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Rocket Lab wins NASA launch contract, adding to growing backlog

New Zealand-founded space company Rocket Lab has won a NASA contract to carry out three Electron rocket launches. The missions are scheduled for next year and add to the company's growing backlog.

A rocket on a launch pad
A rocket on a launch padPhoto: SpaceX / Pexels
RNZ Business10 h agoRKLB

New Zealand-founded space company Rocket Lab has been selected by NASA to carry out three Electron rocket launches. The missions are planned for next year.

The contract adds to the company's growing backlog. Rocket Lab is among the prominent players in the small-satellite launch market.

The agreement with NASA strengthens the company's position across commercial and government missions. Rocket Lab is expected to intensify its launch schedule in the period ahead.

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