KOMPSAT-7 Satellite Placed in Orbit by Vega C
Will Enhance South Korea’s Earth Observation Capability
On December 1st, 2025, at 2:21 p.m. local time, Arianespace successfully launched the KOMPSAT-7 (KOrea Multi-Purpose SATellite-7) satellite. The mission, called “VV28” was performed using an Arianespace operated Vega C rocket, launched from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana.
“This mission marks the fourth satellite Arianespace has launched for the Korea Aerospace Research Institute.”
David Cavaillolès, Arianespace
KOMPSAT-7 was placed in Sun-synchronous orbit at an altitude of 576 km. Spacecraft separation took place 44 minutes after lift-off.
“By launching the KOMPSAT-7 satellite, set to significantly enhance South Korea’s Earth observation capabilities, Arianespace is proud to support an ambitious national space program,” said David Cavaillolès, Chief Executive Officer of Arianespace. “This mission marks the fourth satellite Arianespace has launched for the Korea Aerospace Research Institute. We thank our South Korean partners for their continued trust and look forward to further strengthening our collaboration.”
KOMPSAT-7’s mission is to provide high-resolution satellite images to satisfy South-Korea’s governmental and institutional needs. The satellite was developed by KARI at its facility in Daejeon, South Korea.
VV28 was the 357th launch by Arianespace, and the 6th Vega C launch. The company has conducted six launches in 2025, 3 launches with Ariane 6 and 3 launches with Vega C.
Ten percent of the satellites launched by Arianespace are Earth observation satellites. KOMPSAT-7 is the 4th satellite by KARI to be launched by Arianespace, and the 9th South Korean satellite placed into orbit by Arianespace.