Rocket Lab achieved a record-breaking 24-hour turnaround between two Electron missions, launching from both hemispheres within a single day. This accomplishment underscores Rocket Lab's unique dual-launch capability, operating from sites in Virginia, USA, and Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand. Read about other space milestones.
The recent launches involved a Hypersonic Accelerator Suborbital Test Electron (HASTE) mission from Virginia and the deployment of two Kinéis satellites from New Zealand. This marks Rocket Lab's 14th launch of 2024, with a projected total of 15-18 Electron launches for the year. Explore other tech advancements.
While known for the Electron rocket, Rocket Lab's primary revenue stream comes from its Space Systems division, encompassing spacecraft components and manufacturing. In Q3 2024, Space Systems generated $84 million, compared to $21 million from launch services. This balance may shift with the introduction of Neutron, Rocket Lab's medium-lift rocket, slated for its first launch in mid-2025. Find deals on tech products.