NewSpace Index

The original NewSpace Index from 2016. Tracking commercial satellite constellations, small launch vehicles and space startup VC funds.

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Over 35 satellite constellations launched their first prototypes or batches in 2023. While most of the constellations have been slow to scale-up, new ones keep coming. From new and existing companies. And 2024 could be even bigger. See more at https://t.co/kcUIAZFzmo. #newspace

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Only 3 small rockets had maiden flights in 2023. ABL's RS1, Relativity's Terran 1 and Space Pioneer's Tianlong-2. However, the first two failed to reach orbit, Terran 1 was retired and none have yet launched again. Tracking 43 first flights for 2024, but most will not make it.