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The Exploration Company Eyes Middle Eastern Spaceports for Heavy-Lift Rocket

The Exploration Company is evaluating Middle Eastern locations for a new heavy-lift launch vehicle. The company, known for its Storm engine, is exploring these sites to support future operations. This move reflects a broader trend of commercial space firms seeking diverse launch capabilities. The decision could impact regional space infrastructure development. No specific countries or timelines were disclosed in the report.

3 days ago•Source: SpaceNews

Rocket Lab minimizes NASA reliance amid Mars contract dispute

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10 min•14 days ago

Rocket Lab minimizes NASA reliance amid Mars contract dispute

Rocket Lab is downplaying the significance of NASA contracts while simultaneously pursuing a GAO protest against the agency's $700 million Mars Telecommunications Network award to Blue Origin. The company argues the selection violates congressional eligibility criteria, but its public messaging suggests a strategic shift to reduce dependence on government funding.

via spacenews.com

Cowboy Space raises $275M to turn rocket upper stages into orbiting data centers

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17.95 min•5 months ago

Cowboy Space raises $275M to turn rocket upper stages into orbiting data centers

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