Launch Services Agreement Reached for Orbex Prime and Proxima Missions
Strategic Five-Year Partnership Announced Between Exolaunch and Orbex
A strategic five-year partnership has been announced between Exolaunch and Orbex which will see the companies collaborate to provide end-to-end launch services for small satellites.
"It's a clear signal of the growing demand for flexible and reliable launch services across Europe."
Phil Chambers, Orbex
Under the terms of the agreement, Exolaunch will utilize launch capacity and integrate customer payloads with Orbex's launch vehicles, Prime and the new medium-sized launcher, Proxima, while Orbex will benefit from Exolaunch's deployment systems, rideshare structures and global market outreach. In addition, Orbex will work with Exolaunch on future Orbex Prime and Proxima missions to address the growing demand for micro and cube satellite launch services.
Exolaunch will provide its flight-proven separation systems for cubesats and microsatellites, with its hardware positioned as the deployment solution for Orbex customers across dedicated and rideshare missions.
The partnership also includes the use of Exolaunch's EXOtube, a modular and scalable launch platform designed to optimize satellite constellations' launch configurations, increase mission flexibility, and enhance vehicle utilization. The teams will further collaborate on launch campaign planning, satellite integration, and on-site execution support.
“This is a truly exciting partnership that marks a significant milestone as we secure industry backing to accelerate the development of our new Proxima launch vehicle," said Phil Chambers, CEO of Orbex. "It's a clear signal of the growing demand for flexible and reliable launch services across Europe.
“With Exolaunch's expertise in mission management and deployment, and our sustainable and flexible launch capabilities, we're well-positioned to support the evolving needs of satellite operators. Together, we're helping make access to space more efficient and scalable.”
“Orbex brings a compelling mix of innovation and agility to Europe's growing launch ecosystem, with both Prime and the upcoming Proxima launch vehicles," said Dr. Robert Sproles, CEO of Exolaunch. “We are proud of this partnership and expect it to expand fast and reliable launch access in the UK and beyond.”
“Orbex's launchers are a strong addition to our roster of launch options and this collaboration strengthens our ability to serve customers looking for dedicated, responsive and sustainable access to orbit. It's an exciting step forward as more operators become available to support our European and global satellite customers.”