European companies in the space sector have been developing novel technology to find their unique place in the market, allowing them to thrive and innovate while stepping towards developing their orbital vehicles. Some are supported by the European Space Agency (ESA), such as HyImpulse, Isar Aerospace, and Orbex, while other independent private companies, such as PLD Space, are forging their ambitious paths to reusability.
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CommercialEuropeanInternational
RFA static fires at SaxaVord Spaceport as other UK spaceports continue to develop
by John SharpRocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), from Augsburg, Germany, appears to have made a significant step toward…
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CommercialEuropean
Orbex breaks ground on Sutherland Spaceport as UK prepares to enter domestic launch market
by Chris BerginUnited Kingdom (UK) based spaceflight company Orbex has begun construction at the Sutherland Spaceport in…
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CommercialEuropeanInternationalUncrewed
Scottish spaceport cleared for construction, UK on track to enter orbital market
by Leo BruceSaxaVord Spaceport has become the second launch facility in the United Kingdom to receive its…
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EuropeanInternational
On the 50th anniversary of Black Arrow, British space industry is on the verge of a return
Fifty years ago, a small rocket lifted off from the Australian Outback on a mission…
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CommercialEuropeanInternational
UK spaceports and launchers gearing up for first flights
by Leo BruceIn recent months, the United Kingdom’s endeavor to tap into a rapidly-growing market of commercial…
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Plans to launch small satellites from the Scottish Highlands took a step closer to fruition…
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The UK’s new domestic spaceport in the Scottish Highlands has moved into a public consultation…
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CommercialOther
Orbex reveals Prime’s second stage as it prepares for UK domestic launches
by Chris BerginUK launch services provider Orbex has unveiled a completed engineering prototype of the second stage for…