Your logistics partner for satellite teams in French Guiana
For over 40 years, Freelance Services has been supporting satellite teams in Kourou, providing end-to-end logistics management for their stay so they can focus on what matters most: the success of their launch campaign.
An expertise that speaks for itself
+40
Years of on-the-ground experience
+250
Launch campaigns successfully supported
+350
Satellite teams coordinated and satisfied
+35
Countries welcomed in French Guiana
Why choose Freelance Services for your missions in French Guiana ?
Every space mission requires rigor, precision, and reliability. We guarantee flawless logistics, from your team’s arrival to their departure.
Proven on-the-ground expertise
Over 40 years of unique experience in the space industry in French Guiana.
A historic partner of European space
Trusted by Arianespace, CNES, ESA, ArianeGroup, AVIO, and Roscosmos.
Absolute discretion and responsiveness
We work behind the scenes so your teams can focus entirely on their mission.
Tailor-made adaptability for your teams
Every mission is different. Our solutions are always customized.
Comprehensive services for your satellite missions
We coordinate all your logistical needs in French Guiana through a trusted network of reliable partners, working hand in hand with local authorities.
Accommodation & Stays
From functional studios to premium hotels, we manage bookings, negotiations, and multi-site coordination to ensure comfort and peace of mind for your teams, no matter the length of the mission.
Transport & On-Site Operations
Airport pickups, daily transfers, dedicated drivers, and suitable vehicles (4×4s, minibuses, utility vans): we provide seamless and punctual transportation while proactively handling any contingencies.
Tailored Catering
Canteens, partner restaurants, or on-site meal boxes: we provide flexible catering solutions designed to fit tight schedules and operational constraints.
Safety & Compliance
We ensure your teams’ security and peace of mind through practical briefings, local recommendations, and a network of accredited partners, all carefully selected.
Culture & Activities
On off-days, your teams can enjoy guided excursions, cultural outings, or nature tours, a unique opportunity to experience the richness of French Guiana.
Mission Coordination
A single point of contact supervises all logistics, coordinates providers, and delivers regular reporting. You benefit from clear, responsive, and fully managed support.
A simple, effective approach to streamline your missions
Our method is designed to remove all complexity.
You share your needs with us, and we handle the rest.
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Initial Contact & Scoping
From the very first exchange, we define your requirements in detail: team size, dates, logistical constraints, and specific expectations. This ensures a mission that is precisely calibrated from the start.
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Local Coordination
We immediately activate our network of accredited partners and trusted providers. Bookings, permits, and on-the-ground logistics are handled proactively and in compliance with local standards.
03
On-Site Support
Throughout your stay, we provide continuous monitoring and extended assistance. Our team ensures smooth operations, manages unforeseen events, and remains available 24/7.
04
Mission Reporting
At the end of your mission, we deliver a detailed report. This feedback helps analyze the stay and optimize the preparation of future campaigns in French Guiana.
What clients say about Freelance Services
For four decades, space industry clients have entrusted us with their teams in complete confidence. Their testimonials reflect the trust, responsiveness, and discretion that define our reputation at the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou.
“Very good safety training… useful hospital support… excellent reactivity… Chapeau Freelance… Leisure booklet practical… MetOp-SG Team is counting on similar support for the next launch.”
VA264 (MetOp-SG A1 – ESA/EUMETSAT)
2025
“Not what happened inside CSG gates made campaign success, but outside. Freelance is vital, covering needs quickly. Daily visits much appreciated. No other campaign cared so expertly. This makes the difference.”
VA253 (Galaxy 30 & MEV-2 – Intelsat)
2020
“As always, Freelance makes the difference in living in Guiana. A big thanks to all the Freelance team.”
VS22 (SES – O3b F5)
2019
“In addition to support for spacecraft personnel, Freelance extended critical support in areas such as medical assistance, legal assistance, cars, hotels, airport arrivals and lost luggage. Invaluable.”
V164 (XTAR-EUR – XTAR)
2006
“It makes a tremendous difference to have Freelance support in such a place as Kourou. The quality of service was very good as it has always been.”
V163 (Anik F2 – Telesat)
2004
Since 1985, Freelance Services has been supporting satellite missions in French Guiana. As a long-standing partner of Arianespace, CNES, ESA, and other major players, we have welcomed thousands of professionals from all over the world to take part in launch campaigns at the Guiana Space Centre, Europe’s spaceport.
Our commitment is built on trust, responsiveness, and efficiency, always in harmony with local institutions. Today, we continue with the same mission: ensuring smooth, secure, and human-centered logistics in one of the most demanding environments in the world.
A historic partner of space in French Guiana
Meet the Freelance Services team
Freelance Services is a family-driven, experienced team with decades of on-the-ground expertise.
Combining efficiency with a human touch : listening, proximity, and personal support, we are a trusted and recognized partner.
Our team is also multilingual (French, English, Spanish), ensuring seamless communication with collaborators from around the globe.
Your questions about Freelance Services and French Guiana
Discovering French Guiana or preparing a satellite mission at the Guiana Space Centre ?
Here are the most common questions from companies and satellite teams.
What is Freelance Services, and how can you support our satellite mission ?
Freelance Services is a company based in Kourou, French Guiana, specializing for over 40 years in supporting satellite launch campaigns.
We manage every aspect of your team’s stay, from accommodation and transport to catering, security, medical assistance, and activities on rest days.
Our role is to coordinate all logistics behind the scenes through a trusted local network, allowing your engineers and technicians to focus entirely on their mission at the Guiana Space Centre.
This expertise has made us a trusted partner of the world’s leading space organizations.
Why work with a local provider in French Guiana for mission logistics ?
French Guiana is a unique, fascinating, and demanding environment.
Tropical climate, infrastructure, and administrative requirements all require deep local knowledge.
External providers often face delays or unexpected challenges, while Freelance Services, with decades of experience, anticipates and streamlines every step.
Our expertise ensures compliance with local standards, smooth operations, and immediate responsiveness to any situation, a key factor for mission success.
What services do you provide for satellite teams in Kourou ?
We offer a full range of services covering all logistical aspects of a space mission :
- Accommodation : from functional studios to premium hotels, including booking and multi-site coordination.
- Transport : airport transfers, drivers, suitable vehicles (minibuses, 4×4s, vans), and badge/access management.
- Catering : canteens, partner restaurants, or flexible meal boxes adapted to demanding schedules.
- Safety & Compliance : practical briefings, accredited partners, and adherence to local regulations.
- Culture & Activities : guided tours, cultural outings, and nature excursions during off-days.
- Mission Coordination : one dedicated point of contact, detailed planning, and regular reporting.
Our goal : to deliver end-to-end support that eliminates logistical concerns while meeting your quality and safety standards.
Which space industry players have you worked with ?
Since 1985, Freelance Services has supported the majority of satellite campaigns in French Guiana.
We are a long-standing partner of Arianespace and have collaborated with CNES, ESA, ArianeGroup, AVIO, and Roscosmos.
This recognition is built on the consistency of our commitment, the reliability of our solutions, and the absolute discretion required in this sector.
Thousands of professionals from around the world, engineers, researchers, and technicians, have already relied on our support during their missions at the Guiana Space Centre.
This unique track record makes us a trusted and essential partner for satellite team logistics.
How does the collaboration with Freelance Services work ?
Our process is simple and structured :
- Initial contact & scoping : You share the details of your mission (team size, dates, logistics needs).
- Planning & coordination : We activate our trusted local partners to reserve and organize all required services.
- On-site support : Throughout the mission, our team provides continuous assistance and immediate responsiveness to any unforeseen events.
- Reporting & debrief : At the end of the mission, we deliver a detailed report to help optimize preparations for future campaigns.
This turnkey approach ensures a clear and efficient collaboration, with a single point of contact available at every stage.
We are unfamiliar with French Guiana, how do you prepare our teams for this new environment ?
French Guiana is a territory with exceptional biodiversity and a tropical climate, which can be challenging for teams arriving from Europe, Asia, or North America.
To ease the transition, we provide a practical guide ahead of your arrival, covering key aspects such as climate, health, safety, transportation, and cultural recommendations.
Upon arrival, we organize a logistics and safety briefing to ensure every team member is well-prepared.
Finally, our staff remains available 24/7 to answer questions and handle any unforeseen situations.
This proactive and human-centered approach guarantees a smooth and reassuring stay, even for teams on their very first mission in French Guiana.
