The Journal of Space Commerce

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Orbex to Begin Development of Medium-sized Launch Vehicle

Launch Site Operations Being Switched to SaxaVord Spaceport

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Tom Patton
Dec 10, 2024
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SaxaVord Spaceport

Spaceflight company Orbex is narrowing its operational focus to developing small and medium sized space rockets after switching its launch operations to SaxaVord Spaceport in Shetland.

"Orbex is first and foremost a launch services specialist. Our primary goal is to support the European space industry by achieving a sustainable series o…

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