Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab (RKLB) successfully launched its 70th Electron mission, named ‘Live, Laugh, Launch,’ from New Zealand on August 23, 2025. This marks Electron’s 12th mission of the year and highlights Rocket Lab’s rapid launch cadence, following another successful mission less than three weeks prior. The company is preparing to debut its medium-lift reusable rocket, Neutron, expanding its market reach, and will announce its next Electron mission soon. Rocket Lab continues to be a key player in responsive launch solutions for small satellites.

Rocket Lab is expanding its U.S. semiconductor manufacturing with a $23.9 million award from the Department of Commerce. This investment will double compound semiconductor and space-grade solar cell production, enhancing domestic access to these technologies for spacecraft manufacturers and improving its capacity to quickly deliver integrated spacecraft systems for national security. This initiative is projected to create economic growth across multiple states and fortify the American semiconductor industrial base.

Rocket Lab successfully launched its 68th Electron rocket mission, deploying a satellite for a commercial customer. The “Symphony In The Stars” launch, from New Zealand, set a company record for rapid turnaround. This mission is the first of two for the customer, demonstrating Electron’s reliability and Rocket Lab’s commitment to consistent space access. This is the tenth successful Electron mission of the year, solidifying its position as leader in small satellite launches.