Flight tests will start in the second half of 2022 on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rideshare mission with customer payloads, according to Exolaunch vice president of launch services Jeanne Medvedeva....In 2023, the company plans to start testing a Reliant Pro configuration, which would be able to make additional adjustments including the inclination of a satellite’s orbit. .
Gilmour Space Technologies has added another customer to its growing list of clients after confirming it has signed an agreement with German rideshare services provider Exolaunch. The agreement will see the Queensland-based rocket company provide a number of services to Exolaunch to support their cutting-edge satellite deployment, including tailored launch and precise deployment using the Eris hybrid launch vehicle.<snip>Now, adding Gilmour’s launch services to their portfolio will give the European company access to low-inclination missions and unique orbits from a southern hemisphere location, once their launch services commence in 2022.
AUGUST, 2023Exolaunch Awarded Multi-Launch Agreement to Deploy Muon Space’s Constellation Satellites on SpaceX Transporter Missions Muon Space awarded Exolaunch a Multi-Launch Agreement (MLA) for at least three satellites to be launched on SpaceX Transporter missions through 2024The first satellite, MuSat-1, was successfully launched by SpaceX on the Transporter-8 mission in June 2023Exolaunch is providing CarboNIX separation systems and launch management services for Muon Space’s initial satellitesBerlin, Germany — 10 August 2023 — Muon Space, the climate constellation company revolutionizing the way Earth is monitored from space, and Exolaunch, a global leader in launch mission management, integration services and deployment technologies, have signed a multi-launch agreement (MLA) to deploy Muon Space’s first three constellation satellites during SpaceX Transporter missions. Muon Space’s first satellite, MuSat-1, was launched in June via Exolaunch on SpaceX’s Transporter-8 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.The successful deployment of MuSat-1 was the first step towards the development of Muon Space’s Climate Constellation, which will use a new generation of sensors to monitor Earth’s climate and ecosystems. MuSat-2 and MuSat-3 are close behind – establishing a regular launch cadence to enable a growing constellation for Climate Intelligence data.“The experience and reliability of the Exolaunch team ensured an issue-free first launch campaign, allowing our team at Muon Space to focus on our core mission objectives instead of launch logistics and separation systems,” said Reuben Rohrschneider, Chief Mission Architect and Co-Founder at Muon Space. “We look forward to continued collaboration with Exolaunch and SpaceX to launch and deploying our climate data monitoring constellation.”Muon Space chose Exolaunch for its vast expertise on SpaceX’s Falcon 9 and for Exolaunch’s rapidly growing flight heritage, which now counts over 320 satellites launched. Under this MLA, Exolaunch will provide turnkey launch and deployment solutions for Muon Space’s satellites, as well as its award-winning CarboNIX microsatellite separation system through 2024. With a flight heritage of nearly 70 satellites deployed across 14 missions and a patented low-shock design, CarboNIX has quickly become the system of choice for Exolaunch customers launching microsatellites on Falcon 9 and helped Exolaunch to secure multiple new launch agreements.“We are proud and grateful that Muon Space entrusted Exolaunch with separation services for these critical constellation-building launches,” said Jeanne Allarie, VP Launch at Exolaunch. “It’s a pleasure to work with a team of such distinguished space industry veterans, and we are honored to help them turn their vision into a ‘separation confirmed’. Muon Space can fully rely on regular and on-schedule launches thanks to the SpaceX’s Transporter program when planning their ambitious missions and tackling global challenges from space.”Transporter-8’s success marks the first milestone in this MLA and represents a significant achievement for both companies, with Muon Space celebrating its first satellite in orbit and Exolaunch surpassing its 300th satellite deployed on the mission.About Muon SpaceFounded in 2021, Muon Space is launching a new generation of smallsats and sensors to monitor Earth's climate and ecosystems with unprecedented fidelity. Muon Space's state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and integrating payloads at scale. Regular launches beginning in June 2023 provide ever-increasing data sets addressing important geophysical and environmental applications and a platform to deliver new technologies to space. Muon Space's experienced science and engineering teams are uniquely suited to deliver the most exquisite and reliable remote sensing solutions at the speed and scale required to address our most urgent climate challenges.For media inquiries, please contact [email protected]About ExolaunchExolaunch (Germany, USA) is a global leader in rideshare launch services and in-space logistics products and services for the NewSpace industry. With a decade of flight heritage and over 320 satellites launched across 23 missions (as of August 2023), Exolaunch leverages industry insight to tailor turnkey solutions that meet customer needs and respond to market trends. Exolaunch fulfils launch contracts for NewSpace industry leaders, the world's most innovative start-ups, research institutions, government organizations and space agencies around the world. The company develops and manufactures its own flight-proven and industry-leading small satellite separation systems, with the fastest growing heritage on the market. Exolaunch is also developing Reliant, a line of environmentally friendly orbital transfer vehicles (OTVs), for last-mile satellite delivery, in-space logistics and space debris removal. Exolaunch is committed to making space accessible to all and to promoting its safe, sustainable, and responsible use.For more information, please visit www.exolaunch.com or reach out at [email protected]For media inquiries, please contact [email protected]
Andøya Spaceport in collaboration with Exolaunch, aims to elevate launch capabilities at new integration facility.Andøya Spaceport, strategically located in northern Norway at 69°N and 16°E, with orbital launch pads offering direct injection into Polar and sun-synchronous orbits (SSO), today announced a strategic collaboration with Exolaunch, a global leader in integration, rideshare missions, and deployment services.This partnership will leverage Exolaunch’s satellite processing expertise for Andøya Spaceport’s planned integration facility in the Spaceport Village at Nordmela, to become a hub for the small-satellite market in Europe.“We welcome the partnership with Exolaunch to ensure our new facilities are designed efficiently and with our end-users in mind. Exolaunch’s experience with over 30 missions will provide valuable input during design and construction to best meet user needs”, says Andøya Spaceport President Ingun Berget“Supporting Andøya Spaceport while they scale their facilities and product offerings for orbital-class small launch vehicles is an exciting step for Exolaunch as we continue expanding our work in Scandinavia,” commented Robert W. Sproles, chief executive officer at Exolaunch. “Andøya Spaceport’ world-class infrastructure and prime location at the edge of the Arctic Circle make it a standout launch site for small satellite missions. Their capabilities complement our expertise in enabling ambitious small satellite missions, from precise orbit deployment to mission flexibility and costefficiency. At Exolaunch, we’ve built a track record of deploying hundreds of satellites with reliability, empowering operators to achieve their goals in science, technology, and connectivity. We look forward to working with the team at Andøya Spaceport and their customers to shape a dynamic future for small satellite launches in Europe and support the region’s emergence as a global leader in space innovation.”
Exolaunch, the global leader in launch mission management, satellite integration, and deployment technologies, is announcing new, multi-year launch contracts with SpaceX that extend its small satellite launch capacity through 2028 on upcoming rideshare missions.The new launch contracts span traditional Transporter missions to sun-synchronous orbit (SSO), as well as additional mid-inclination, near-polar and dawn-dusk missions, covering a wide range of launch demands. Exolaunch can integrate and deploy the full range of satellites — from CubeSats up to 16U, to microsatellites ranging from 20 to 800 kilograms and larger payloads.Exolaunch has launched with SpaceX since 2020, executing more than 160 contracts to date and successfully deploying more than 400 diverse satellites across 20 missions aboard Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy. These missions have delivered payloads to LEO SSO, mid-inclination orbits, geostationary orbit (GEO), and deep space.
Introducing Quadro #Versa, our latest development in the line of four-point #sepsystems for 200-1000+ kg satellites. We’ve designed it to bridge the gap between microsats of the #NewSpace segment and larger satellites built by the #LegacySpace customers.#LaunchWithExolaunch
Exolaunch, a global leader in launch mission management, satellite integration, and deployment services, and INNOSPACE, a South Korean satellite launch service company, today announced a Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) to collaborate on launch integration services and broaden access to orbit for global satellite customers.Through this agreement, Exolaunch and INNOSPACE will work together on launch manifest planning, mission management and payload integration for upcoming commercial launch campaigns. Exolaunch will provide its flight-proven separation systems for cubesats and microsatellites, with its hardware positioned as the deployment solution for INNOSPACE 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 multi-payload configurations, increase mission flexibility, and enhance vehicle utilization. The teams will further collaborate on launch campaign planning, system integration, and on-site execution support.
#EXOtube, the future of #smallsat deployment and our modular next-generation payload adapter, has passed qualification testing prior to the launch — proving its readiness to deliver large and complex satellite stacks to orbit 🚀#LaunchWithEXOtube
Orbex, the UK-based orbital launch services company, has today announced a strategic five-year partnership with Exolaunch, a global leader in launch services, mission management, deployment systems and integration services for small satellitesThe agreement will see Orbex and Exolaunch collaborate to provide end-to-end launch services for small satellites. Exolaunch will utilise 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.
Interstellar Technologies Inc. (“Interstellar”), a leading space infrastructure company, has signed a Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) with Exolaunch,a global leader in launch mission management, satellite integration and deployment services. This partnership marks a significant step forward in enhancing rideshare launch capabilities for small satellites across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.As demand for small satellite deployment continues to rise, rideshare missions launches that carry multiple payloads at once -have become a vital part of space access. Exolaunch brings proven expertise in integrating and managing these complex missions, with flight-proven deployment systems and an impeccable track record of success.Under this agreement, Exolaunch is designated as Interstellar's preferred provider of satellite separation systems for the ZERO launch vehicle, reflecting both confidence in Exolaunch's proven performance and Interstellar's commitment to delivering the latest and most reliable technologies to customers.In addition Exolaunch will receive priority for signing multi-launch contracts and access to available launch capacity on Interstellar's missions, enabling more efficient launches and greater access to orbit for small satellite operators.
🇯🇵 We are pleased to announce a Multi-Launch Agreement with @synspective, a leading provider of #SAR satellite data and analytics solutions. The contract secures the launch of 10 Synspective #StriX SAR satellites across multiple missions, with the first launch scheduled for 2027.
Introducing EXOpod #AIR – the world’s most advanced and lightest cubesat deployer 🚀 With a mass as low as 6.5 kg, EXOpod AIR is the lightest cubesat deployer ever developed and helps optimize mass budgets and reduce launch costs — especially on missions where every kilo counts!
