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Today we’re going to tell you about our ongoing collaboration with the Faraday Rocketry UPV university team. Aldebarán Sistemas firmly believes that cooperation between industry and academia is key to achieving progress and success in the technological field.
The recent success of the Faraday Rocketry UPV team from the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV) at the latest edition of the European Rocketry Challenge (EuRoC), held in October 2025 in Constança, Portugal, demonstrates how great ideas driven by young talent and supported by industry can take us to unimaginable heights.
But let’s learn a little more about this event and the university team’s project…
What is the European Rocketry Challenge (EuRoC)?
EuRoC is an annual event organized by the Portuguese Space Agency since 2020. It has established itself as the largest university rocketry competition in Europe, where university teams from across the region participate with the goal of designing, building, and launching experimental rockets.
The projects are developed around two target altitudes: 3,000 or 9,000 meters, and combine solid or liquid propulsion systems.
The key to success lies not only in reaching the target altitude, but also in the precision with which the flight is adjusted to the stipulated limit, without exceeding or falling short, thus demonstrating control throughout the entire process.
Faraday Rocketry UPV wins the Flight Award for best flight performance at EuRoC 2025.
What achievements did Faraday Rocketry UPV reach during EuRoC 2025??
During the competition, Faraday Rocketry UPV presented its innovative Skybreaker rocket, developed entirely by the team’s students. The launch exceeded expectations, reaching an apogee of 3,021 meters, with a margin of error of only 0.7% compared to the target of 3,000 meters, thus setting a new record for the university group.
This extraordinary success earned them the prestigious “Flight Award,” the highest accolade given at EuRoC for flight performance.
What made the Skybreaker rocket unique?
One of the factors that set Skybraker apart was its proprietary solid rocket motor, the first of its kind to compete in EuRoC history.
Furthermore, the rocket incorporated an active aerobraking system that functioned with impeccable precision throughout the entire flight. This system allowed for dynamic altitude adjustments, ensuring absolute control over the rocket’s trajectory and accurately reaching the target height.
These innovations placed the team among the most technically advanced in the competition.
What is the team’s next challenge?
Following this historic achievement, the team has set its sights even higher: to become the first university in Europe, and the second worldwide, to reach space. This ambitious goal reflects not only its technical excellence, but also its commitment to innovation and the development of the university aerospace sector.
What was Aldebarán Sistemas’ contribution to this project?
Aldebarán Sistemas’ participation was key to the technical advancements developed by Faraday Rocketry UPV in the creation of the Skybreaker and its associated systems. For the second time, our company collaborated by supplying specialized chemical materials, providing essential resources for the development of the engine and other components of the experimental rocket. This support enabled the students to overcome technical challenges and reach the high standards required to compete in the EuRoC.
Our commitment continues…
The collaboration between Aldebarán Sistemas and Faraday Rocketry UPV is a clear example of how the union between industry and academia drives scientific and technological advancement. This team’s achievements at EuRoC 2025 reflect their ability to overcome complex challenges and set precedents in Europe.
At Aldebarán Sistemas, we are proud to be part of this project and are confident that their next goal, reaching space, will be possible thanks to their characteristic talent and dedication.
From here, our sincerest congratulations and we were delighted to welcome you to our facilities!
