Rocket Lab established its fourth launchpad in Kodiak and secured a major launch services contract with the U.S. Space Force, amid rising geopolitical tensions.

The entities involved

• Rocket Lab →

  U.S. & New Zealand aerospace manufacturer and launch service provider

  • Rocket Lab has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Iridium Communications Inc.Mon 17:55
  • Rocket Lab debuted on Nasdaq for its IPO, competing in the U.S. space sector.Mon 14:46
• Kodiak →

  city in Alaska, USA

  • Pat Galvin testified before the Alaska Legislature regarding Pantheon Resources Ltd.'s operations concerning Kodiak oil fields in Alaska.Thu 23:55
  • Dan Sullivan helped secure funding for an infrastructure project in Kodiak.Thu 03:53
• United States Space Force →

  space warfare branch of the United States Armed Forces

  • The United States Space Force and Five Eyes coalition convened to analyze threats and improve operational advantage.Mon 03:13
  • William Bailey discusses acquisition transformation within the department, while White serves as a director for the Department of War.Wed 21:19

Related events

• Rocket Lab secured contracts with SDA and Raytheon, alongside ongoing Neutron development and Iridium deal status.Sep 11
• Rocket Lab acquired a new stake in its own stock from Wellington Management Group LLP.Sep 2
• Rocket Lab completed a mission for the U.S. Space Force, highlighting the need for vertical integration in defense contracting.Jun 25