Europe’s satellite launch ambitions take off as German rocket reaches orbit
German startup Isar Aerospace successfully launched its Spectrum rocket into orbit from Norway’s Andoeya Spaceport on Saturday, marking the first commercial flight to reach orbit from continental Europe, according to Reuters. The uncrewed rocket carried five small satellites and an in-flight technology experiment. This marks a significant advancement for Europe’s commercial launch industry, as governments aim to increase their autonomy in accessing space and gain a larger share of the growing satellite launch market.
The mission also serves as a qualification for Spectrum and its first launch carrying payloads, with the successful flight providing valuable development data. Isar Aerospace secured approximately €200 million from the European Space Agency to support new rocket development and expand testing and launch infrastructure.
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