Topic: china launches

  • Rocket Report: California's New Super-Heavy Pad; 2025 in Review

    Rocket Report: California's New Super-Heavy Pad; 2025 in Review

    Global orbital launch attempts surged 25% in 2025 to a record 329, driven overwhelmingly by the launch cadence of SpaceX and China. SpaceX set a new benchmark by launching 165 Falcon 9 rockets in 2025, solidifying U.S. leadership in space launch activity. Key industry storylines for 2026 include ...

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  • Kuiper's Race, New Glenn's Delay: Rocket Report

    Kuiper's Race, New Glenn's Delay: Rocket Report

    Global launch demand is surging, driven by satellite mega-constellations and national space ambitions, with SpaceX and China leading a dramatic increase in missions. Astra's CEO Chris Kemp made harsh, unfounded criticisms of competitors, including bizarre claims about SpaceX's location and work c...

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