One such instance, from the article: France, which has traditionally led the launcher effort in Europe, wants development on a next-generation Ariane - often d

One such instance, from the article: France, which has traditionally led the launcher effort in Europe, wants development on a next-generation Ariane - often dubbed Ariane 6 - to start immediately. This would incorporate cheaper components and fabrication methods. But Germany, the other major player within Esa, wants the current vehicle upgraded first before moving to a completely fresh design.