Launch

SpaceX Lands Major Launch Contracts from U.S. Space Force

Company awarded $733.6 million to launch nine satellites for NSSL Phase 3 Lane 1 missions

H3 Rocket Gains Momentum with International Orders

Eutelsat and UAE Sign Up for Multiple Launches as Japanese Rocket Enters Global Market

MaiaSpace to Launch Maia Rocket from Former Soyuz Pad in French Guiana

End of an Era as Europe's Commercial Space Launch Capabilities Expand

End of an Era: Vega Rocket Makes Final Flight

Italian-built launch vehicle retires after a decade of service, paving the way for its successor, Vega C.

Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission Launches with Historic Partnerships

First-of-its-kind collaboration between U.S., Norway and SpaceX delivers military and commercial benefits.

China's Rocket Woes Highlight Growing Space Debris Threat

Uncontrolled rocket stages and debris from the CZ-5B and CZ-6A underscore the urgent need for responsible space activities.

Soyuz: A Spaceflight Workhorse Grounded by Geopolitics

As Russia shifts focus inward, the once-dominant launch vehicle faces an uncertain future.

Ariane 6's Launch Makes Europe Competitive Once Again

Successful maiden voyage propels Europe back into the competitive space race, challenging SpaceX dominance.

Poland Breaks Space Barrier with Eco-Friendly Rocket

Nation Joins Elite Space Club, Paves Way for Green Propulsion

H3 Launches its Second Successful Mission

Successful Launch Marks Comeback After 2023 Failure, Positions H3 for Competitive Role in Space Market

Air Force Picks Diverse Launch Providers for National Security Mission

From Sole Source to Diverse Competition: EELV Program Paved the Way

Europe's new Ariane 6 rocket set for July launch

After delays, Europe's return to launch market aims for cost-effectiveness

NASA greenlights bids for $444M facility support recompete

The aptly named COSMIC contract covers work at a pair of hubs focused on rocket engine testing and space structure manufacturing.