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ULA has an ambitious plan to ‘reuse’ Vulcan rocket: keep it in space

The heavy-lift rocket’s upper stage might extend its service as a tug or defender.

Civil

Rocket Lab won’t be ready to launch its new rocket by year’s end, documents suggest

This likely means a delay for the Pentagon’s effort to boost competition for rocket launches.

Defense

ULA's new rocket took off. But can it challenge SpaceX?

The Vulcan Centaur isn't reusable, which makes it harder to compete on price.

Defense

Final launch of Delta Heavy; the era of Vulcan fast approaches

As the Delta era concludes, ULA sets its sights on the future with the Vulcan launch vehicle.

Civil

The flexibility of rockets: Cygnus ready for a new ride

Antares, the rocket previously used for Cygnus missions, is undergoing upgrades to replace its Russian-built engines.

Commercial

Vulcan soars on inaugural flight, peregrine’s moon mission in doubt

New launch vehicle replaces Atlas V and Delta IV, BE-4 engine makes debut

Civil

Europe needs launch capability

Ariane 6 poised for 2024 launch, panel highlights need for multiple launch sites, diverse subcontractors