Long March 6 | Jilin-1 High Resolution 03D-09, 35 to 43 & Infrared A01 to 06

16 new Earth observation satellites for the Jilin-1 commercial Earth observation satellites constellation.

The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.