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Rocketdyne Re-establishes Independence Following Ownership Shift
Rocketdyne has officially returned as a standalone entity, with AE Industrial acquiring a 60% stake as L3Harris retains a noncontrolling interest in the business.
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Strategic Analysis
Stratolaunch Hits Hypersonic Milestone with Talon-A Fleet
Stratolaunch has successfully completed over ten hypersonic flights with its Talon-A vehicle, signaling a shift toward routine testing for aerospace customers.
Space.com · 1d ago
Air Force Boosts Blue Origin Rocket Cargo Research Funding
The Air Force Research Laboratory has injected an additional $11.7 million into Blue Origin’s contract to evaluate the feasibility of rapid point-to-point rocket logistics.
SpaceNews · 1d ago
Rocket Factory Augsburg Postpones UK Orbital Launch Debut
German startup Rocket Factory Augsburg has delayed its maiden orbital launch from Scotland's SaxaVord Spaceport due to an unidentified vehicle issue.
Space.com · 1d ago
Projections Indicate Rising Launch Cadence for Next-Gen Rockets
A new industry report analyzes the anticipated launch frequencies for the next generation of launch vehicles, highlighting shifting trends in the global space sector.
Payload Space · 3d ago
Latest Sector Intelligence
Rocket Lab Lands Record $266 Million US Space Force Contract
Rocket Lab has secured its largest launch contract to date, a $266 million agreement with the US Space Force to conduct 12 suborbital launches starting in 2026.
Ars Technica — Space · 3d ago
Europe Struggles to Accelerate Pace of Orbital Launch Capabilities
Europe is working to revitalize its orbital launch market, but emerging startups and established providers face technical hurdles and slow progress in their missions.
Payload Space · 4d ago
Hop Aero Develops Suborbital Rockets for Rapid Cargo Delivery
Startup Hop Aero is building suborbital rocket technology to bypass traditional logistics bottlenecks by enabling rapid, autonomous point-to-point freight transport.
Payload Space · 4d ago
Rocket Lab Secures $266 Million Space Force Launch Contract
Rocket Lab has been awarded a $266 million contract from the U.S. Space Force to conduct suborbital launch missions from a facility in Alaska.
Commercial Launch Providers · 12d ago
SpaceX Prepares Starship for 13th Test Flight Following Stacking
SpaceX has completed the stacking process for the Starship vehicle, positioning the rocket for its upcoming 13th flight test as launch preparations enter their final phase.
SpaceX · 18d ago
Space Industry Update: Indian Startup Launch and SpaceX Milestone
The global launch industry sees progress as an Indian startup prepares for its maiden flight, while SpaceX crosses a significant milestone in total flight operations.
Commercial Launch Providers · 32d ago
The 2026 Space Launch Industry Outlook: Key Trends and Analysis
Payload Space examines the evolving landscape of the global space launch sector as we head into 2026, highlighting major shifts in market capacity and provider capabilities.
Commercial Launch Providers · 116d ago
Space Flight Outlook: Key Missions and Launch Events for 2026
The 2026 space calendar is shaping up to be a busy year, with a diverse array of orbital rocket launches, deep-space exploration missions, and notable celestial events scheduled.
Commercial Launch Providers · 130d ago
Space Industry Outlook: 2026 Launch Manifests for SpaceX and Rivals
Major commercial space firms, including SpaceX and Rocket Lab, are preparing for their 2026 operational schedules, according to Commercial Launch Providers.
Commercial Launch Providers · 217d ago
Blue Origin New Glenn Launch Capability Analysis
The second launch of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket serves as a critical test for operational viability in the competitive commercial space sector.
Commercial Launch Providers · 263d ago