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NZ Herald
3 days ago
- Science
- NZ Herald
Rocket Lab launches 67th rocket, prepares for next in 48 hours
'Get The Hawk Outta Here' launched on a Rocket Lab Electron rocket from the company's launch complex in Mahia as seen from Bay View. Photo / Art Hyde Rocket Lab's 67th rocket has launched in the early morning Hawke's Bay darkness, just 48 hours out from its 68th launch. 'Get The Hawk Outta Here' launched on a Rocket Lab Electron rocket from the company's launch complex in Mahia at 5.28am on Friday morning on behalf of HawkEye360, an
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Rocket Lab Successfully Launches 67 th Electron Mission, Schedules Next Launch in Less Than 48 Hours
MAHIA, New Zealand--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) ('Rocket Lab' or 'the Company'), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today successfully launched its 67 th Electron rocket on a dedicated launch for radio frequency geospatial analytics provider HawkEye 360. In less than 48 hours of mission success, Rocket Lab is scheduled for its next Electron launch to take place on Saturday, June 28 th NZT – expected to mark the Company's fastest launch turnaround yet from Launch Complex 1. Mission Success for Electron's 67 th Launch 'Get The Hawk Outta Here' launched on Electron from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand, at 5:28 a.m. on June 27 th NZT (17:28 on June 26 th UTC). The mission deployed four satellites to a 520 km circular low Earth orbit: a trio of microsatellites called Cluster 12 to collect and geolocate radio frequency signals from around the world, along with Kestrel-0A, an experimental satellite designed to evaluate emerging capabilities and future technology enhancements. Today's mission was the second of three dedicated launches in a multi-launch contract for HawkEye 360, following the company's first mission on Electron to deploy its Cluster 5 trio of satellites in 2023. Rocket Lab founder and CEO, Sir Peter Beck, says: 'Today's launch for HawkEye 360 was another seamless ride to orbit for Electron, with four satellites deployed with absolute precision to support the growth of HawkEye 360's constellation in low Earth orbit. With our next mission set to launch in less than 48 hours— the fastest we've ever scheduled back-to-back missions from the same launch site — I'm proud of the team for continuing to deliver the high-cadence, responsive launch that our customers rely on.' Next Electron Launch Scheduled From Launch Complex 1 The next scheduled Electron mission, 'Symphony In The Stars', will launch a single spacecraft to a 650km circular Earth orbit for a confidential commercial customer no earlier than 7:00 p.m. NZT/19:00 UTC tomorrow Saturday, June 28 th. The mission will be Rocket Lab's 68 th Electron launch overall and tenth mission this year from Launch Complex 1. Rocket Lab's dynamic scheduling to meet customer and mission requirements has proven the unparalleled adaptability and responsiveness of dedicated launch on Electron. With over 20 launches possible this year, Electron is in high demand among satellite operators for commercial, civil, and government missions. 'Get The Hawk Outta Here' launch broadcast: 'Get The Hawk Outta Here' Images and video: 'Symphony In The Stars' mission information: About Rocket Lab Founded in 2006, Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company with an established track record of mission success. We deliver reliable launch services, satellite manufacture, spacecraft components, and on-orbit management solutions that make it faster, easier, and more affordable to access space. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, Rocket Lab designs and manufactures the Electron small orbital launch vehicle, a family of flight-proven spacecraft, and the Company is developing the large Neutron launch vehicle for constellation deployment. Since its first orbital launch in January 2018, Rocket Lab's Electron launch vehicle has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 200 satellites to orbit for private and public sector organizations, enabling operations in national security, scientific research, space debris mitigation, Earth observation, climate monitoring, and communications. Rocket Lab's Photon spacecraft platform has been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars, as well as the first private commercial mission to Venus. Rocket Lab has three launch pads at two launch sites, including two launch pads at a private orbital launch site located in New Zealand and a third launch pad in Virginia. To learn more, visit Forward Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward looking statements contained in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the 'Securities Act') and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the 'Exchange Act'). All statements contained in this press release other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding our launch and space systems operations, launch schedule and window, safe and repeatable access to space, Neutron development, operational expansion and business strategy are forward-looking statements. The words 'believe,' 'may,' 'will,' 'estimate,' 'potential,' 'continue,' 'anticipate,' 'intend,' 'expect,' 'strategy,' 'future,' 'could,' 'would,' 'project,' 'plan,' 'target,' and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, though not all forward-looking statements use these words or expressions. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to the factors, risks and uncertainties included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, as such factors may be updated from time to time in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC'), accessible on the SEC's website at and the Investor Relations section of our website at which could cause our actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements made in this press release. Any such forward-looking statements represent management's estimates as of the date of this press release. While we may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause our views to change.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Rocket Lab stock skyrockets past 52-week high with 13% surge - what's fueling the rise?
Rocket Lab USA Inc . stock surged on Thursday to reach a new record high, climbing more than 13% and breaking its previous 52-week high , which was driven by rapid launch pace and significant contract wins, as per a Benzinga report. Rocket Lab Soars to New Record High According to the Daily Chhattisgarh report, Rocket Lab's shares rose during early trading, and as of 10:02 am GMT on June 26, the stock was trading at $36.69, which is a significant rise of $4.34, this translates to a 13.42% gain for the day. Rocket Lab's stock began the day at $32.41, a little above the previous close of $32.35, and then rose sharply, hitting an intraday high of $37.27, as reported by Daily Chhattisgarh. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cara Membantu Orang Terkasih Menghadapi Limfoma Limfoma Pelajari Undo ALSO READ: Worry for Jensen Huang's Nvidia? AMD stock skyrockets - what did CEO Lisa Su say that has investors cheering Analysts Turn Bullish As per Benzinga's report, the firm's stock increase was further supported by bullish analyst sentiment, with Cantor Fitzgerald recently upgrading its price target to $35 and Stifel reaffirming a $34 target. Live Events Catalysts Behind the Rally The company's stock rose after Rocket Lab revealed on Wednesday that the firm was selected by the European Space Agency for a dedicated mission to deploy two pathfinder satellites for a future navigation constellation, scheduled for late 2025, as reported by Benzinga. ALSO READ: Top economist warns: US faces a crisis worse than recession — here's what could be coming This announcement came at a time when the firm was preparing for its 'Get The Hawk Outta Here' mission for HawkEye 360, its third of four launches planned for June alone, as reported by Benzinga. Rocket Lab is also aiming to cement its position as an end-to-end national security space provider, according to the report. Benzinga wrote that, "Its recent acquisition of optical systems producer Geost enhances its capabilities, potentially positioning the company as a contender for the 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, which requires space-based sensors and interceptors." ALSO READ: US unleashes 30,000-pound bunker-busters on Iran — but scientists say Tehran's concrete may have won the day FAQs Why did Rocket Lab's stock surge today? The surge was driven by the announcement of a new ESA mission, strong launch momentum, and positive analyst ratings. Is this Rocket Lab's highest stock price ever? Yes. The stock hit a new 52-week—and all-time—high of $37.27 during trading on June 26.
Business Insider
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Rocket Lab to launch next mission in two days
The company states: 'Rocket Lab (RKLB) announced a swift turnaround in Electron's launch manifest to fly the next mission in a multi-launch contract for geospatial analytics company HawkEye 360. The mission will fly from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in just two days' time. The mission, named 'Get The Hawk Outta Here', is scheduled to launch no earlier than Thursday, June 26th UTC from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand, ahead of a previous Electron mission that has been rescheduled to allow for additional checkouts. This unprecedented announcement-to-launch timeline underscores Rocket Lab's responsiveness amid a back-to-back launch schedule that requires peak operational efficiency and flexibility. The dedicated launch for HawkEye 360 will deploy four satellites built to extract mission-critical intelligence from the radiofrequency spectrum in support of national and global security: a trio of microsats called Cluster 12 to collect and geolocate radio frequency signals from around the world, and Kestrel-0A, an experimental satellite designed to evaluate emerging capabilities and future technology enhancements.'
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Rocket Lab Executes Responsive Reschedule of Electron Manifest to Launch Next Mission in Two Days' Time
LONG BEACH, Calif., June 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) ("Rocket Lab" or "the Company"), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced a swift turnaround in Electron's launch manifest to fly the next mission in a multi-launch contract for geospatial analytics company HawkEye 360. The mission will fly from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in just two days' time. The mission, named 'Get The Hawk Outta Here', is scheduled to launch no earlier than Thursday, June 26th UTC from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand, ahead of a previous Electron mission that has been rescheduled to allow for additional checkouts. This unprecedented announcement-to-launch timeline underscores Rocket Lab's responsiveness amid a back-to-back launch schedule that requires peak operational efficiency and flexibility. The dedicated launch for HawkEye 360 will deploy four satellites built to extract mission-critical intelligence from the radiofrequency (RF) spectrum in support of national and global security: a trio of microsats called Cluster 12 to collect and geolocate radio frequency signals from around the world, and Kestrel-0A, an experimental satellite designed to evaluate emerging capabilities and future technology enhancements. 'Get The Hawk Outta Here' is the third of four launches scheduled to take place this month from Launch Complex 1, following earlier successful missions on June 3rd and June 11th, and an additional mission, 'Symphony in the Stars', expected to launch this month. This dynamic launch schedule highlights Rocket Lab's growing adaptability and underscores the Company's commitment to satisfying the diverse needs of its small satellite customers. Mission Name: Get The Hawk Outta Here Customer: HawkEye 360 Launch Window: Opens June 26 at 17:00 UTC / June 27, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. NZST Launch Site: Launch Complex 1, New Zealand Live launch broadcast: Live from around T-20 minutes on launch day Images and video: About Rocket Lab Founded in 2006, Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company with an established track record of mission success. We deliver reliable launch services, satellite manufacture, spacecraft components, and on-orbit management solutions that make it faster, easier, and more affordable to access space. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, Rocket Lab designs and manufactures the Electron small orbital launch vehicle, a family of flight-proven spacecraft, and the Company is developing the large Neutron launch vehicle for constellation deployment. Since its first orbital launch in January 2018, Rocket Lab's Electron launch vehicle has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 200 satellites to orbit for private and public sector organizations, enabling operations in national security, scientific research, space debris mitigation, Earth observation, climate monitoring, and communications. Rocket Lab's Photon spacecraft platform has been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars, as well as the first private commercial mission to Venus. Rocket Lab has three launch pads at two launch sites, including two launch pads at a private orbital launch site located in New Zealand and a third launch pad in Virginia. To learn more, visit Forward Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward looking statements contained in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act") and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). All statements contained in this press release other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding our launch and space systems operations, launch schedule and window, safe and repeatable access to space, Neutron development, operational expansion and business strategy are forward-looking statements. The words "believe," "may," "will," "estimate," "potential," "continue," "anticipate," "intend," "expect," "strategy," "future," "could," "would," "project," "plan," "target," and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, though not all forward-looking statements use these words or expressions. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to the factors, risks and uncertainties included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, as such factors may be updated from time to time in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), accessible on the SEC's website at and the Investor Relations section of our website at which could cause our actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements made in this press release. Any such forward-looking statements represent management's estimates as of the date of this press release. While we may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause our views to change. View source version on Contacts Rocket Lab Media Contact Kate Gamblemedia@
