Rocket Lab
Smallsat launch services
Public since 2021 (NASDAQ: RKLB): kept in the directory for the record. Rocket Lab operates in the launch sector of the space industry, is headquartered in United States, was founded in 2006, raised $215M (Series C+), employs 201-500 people.
Rocket Lab at a glance
| Status | Graduated Public since 2021 (NASDAQ: RKLB): kept in the directory for the record. |
|---|---|
| Sector | Launch |
| Headquarters | United States |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Stage | Series C+ |
| Disclosed funding | $215M |
| Team size | 201-500 |
| Website | rocketlabusa.com |
Mission
The satellites of today are getting smaller, doing more and costing less – and thousands of them need to get on orbit. Small satellites have been promised frequent, reliable and affordable dedicated launch for decades. Rocket Lab aims to deliver on this with a tailored, responsive launch service operating right now.
Timeline & projects
- 2018: Series E raise and second successful Electron orbital launch
- 2017: "It's A Test" successful Electron launch
- 2017: Series D raise
- 2015: Site selected in Mahia, New Zealand
- 2015: Details shared on 3D printing technology
- 2014: Series B raise
- 2013: Electron announced
- 2013: Series A raise
- 2011: Instant Eyes released
- 2010: Proof of concept monopropellant
- 2009: ATEA 1 launched
- 2006: Rocket Lab founded
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