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Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) is pioneering the way in opening access to space to enhance life on Earth. As an orbital launch provider, Rocket Lab delivers rapid and reliable access to orbit for small satellites. The company’s core business involves the design, manufacture, and deployment of the Electron rocket—the world's first fully carbon composite orbital launch vehicle, powered by 3D printed, electric pump-fed engines.
Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, Rocket Lab also operates a launch complex in Mahia, New Zealand, which is the world’s only private orbital launch range. This facility, Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, is licensed to launch every 72 hours, allowing Rocket Lab to maintain an unprecedented launch cadence.
Since January 21, 2018, when Rocket Lab successfully reached orbit with the Electron vehicle and deployed its first commercial payloads, the company has made significant strides in eliminating barriers to commercial space access. This milestone marked the beginning of a new era of space exploration and accessibility.
Rocket Lab is engaged in two main segments: Launch Services and Space Systems. The Electron and Neutron launch vehicles, along with the Photon satellite platform, are key products enabling a wide range of operations including national security, scientific research, space debris mitigation, Earth observation, climate monitoring, and communications.
The company's end-to-end mission services cater to civil, defense, and commercial markets worldwide, including major revenue contributions from the United States. Geographically, Rocket Lab serves clients in Japan, Germany, and other international markets.
Recent developments and partnerships continue to bolster Rocket Lab’s market position. With a focus on innovation and reliability, Rocket Lab is continually expanding the frontiers of space exploration.
Rocket Lab has secured two contracts worth
Rocket Lab USA has been selected by MDA Ltd to develop the Satellite Operations Control Center (SOCC) for Globalstar's expanding Low Earth Orbit constellation. This contract enhances Rocket Lab's existing partnership with MDA and Globalstar, building on a previous $143 million contract for 17 spacecraft buses. The SOCC, developed in Denver, will ensure constant monitoring and control of Globalstar's satellites. The project underlines Rocket Lab's commitment to providing comprehensive space mission solutions beyond just launch services.
Rocket Lab USA (NASDAQ: RKLB) has commenced operations at its Archimedes Test Complex at NASA's Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. This facility will focus on the development and testing of the Archimedes reusable engines for the Neutron launch vehicle, which aims to deliver large spacecraft and support future human spaceflight. The project is expected to create numerous jobs and drive significant investment in Mississippi, enhancing the region's aerospace industry and supporting Rocket Lab's growth strategy.
Rocket Lab USA Inc has successfully launched its 32nd Electron mission, deploying the MATS satellite for the Swedish National Space Agency into a 585km orbit. The launch occurred at 17:27 UTC, showcasing a swift four-month contract-to-orbit turnaround. The mission also included a successful ocean splashdown of the Electron rocket's first stage, although a planned mid-air capture was not executed due to telemetry loss. This marks Rocket Lab's ninth mission of the year, contributing to a record number of launches, with plans for a Virginia launch by December.
Rocket Lab has been selected by Inmarsat Government to develop an L-band radio as part of NASA's $278.5 million Communications Services Project. This project aims to enhance near-Earth communications through collaborations with commercial satellite providers. Rocket Lab's Frontier-L radio will support Inmarsat's InCommand service for real-time telemetry and control of satellites in low Earth orbit. With the decommissioning of NASA's traditional communication system, this partnership will ensure reliable communication for future missions.
Rocket Lab USA has delivered the final solar panels for NASA’s Gateway lunar space station, crucial for the Power and Propulsion Element (PPE). These panels will provide nearly 70 kilowatts of power, supporting NASA's Artemis missions and enabling the first woman and person of color to land on the Moon. The solar panels utilize Rocket Lab's advanced Z4J solar cells with a 30.0% efficiency. This delivery underscores Rocket Lab's role in significant space exploration initiatives, including powering the Orion spacecraft and the recent CAPSTONE satellite launch.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) will attempt its next Electron rocket recovery mission, titled "Catch Me If You Can", on November 04, UTC. This mission involves capturing the rocket’s first stage mid-air using a modified Sikorsky S-92 helicopter as it returns from space. The Electron rocket will launch a science satellite, MATS, for the
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: RKLB) will hold a conference call on November 09, 2022, at 4:30 PM ET to discuss its third quarter financial results. The company has launched a public Q&A platform for shareholders to submit questions for the management team to address during the call. Interested parties can access the live webcast and replay on Rocket Lab's Investor Relations website. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Long Beach, California, Rocket Lab offers launch services and space systems, having successfully delivered 151 satellites to orbit.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) has been selected by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to supply solar panels for the CADRE program, aimed at enhancing exploration on the Moon and Mars. These panels will utilize Rocket Lab’s advanced inverted metamorphic multi-junction (IMM) solar cells, which are 40% lighter and more efficient than standard options. This technology was developed by SolAero Technologies, acquired by Rocket Lab in January 2022. The CADRE program is expected to fly on a commercial robotic lander within the next five years, supporting NASA's plans for lunar and Martian exploration.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) announced its participation in four investor conferences in November 2022. Key events include the Stifel Midwest One-on-One Growth Conference in Chicago on November 10, attended by CFO Adam Spice, and the Deutsche Bank Global Space Summit, also on November 10, featuring CEO Peter Beck. Additional conferences include the Roth Technology Event in New York on November 16 and the Credit Suisse Industrials Conference in Florida on November 30. Presentations will be available for replay at the Rocket Lab investor relations website.
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