Technology · Sunday, 6 September 2026
German rocket reaches space as Europe enters satellite launch race
German startup Isar Aerospace successfully launched its Spectrum rocket into orbit from Norway, marking a milestone for European commercial space access.
TL;DR
The uncrewed rocket carried five small satellites and a technological experiment, successfully reaching orbit after a previous failure in 2025. This achievement enhances European autonomy in the satellite launch market, reducing reliance on US-based providers like SpaceX.
Reuters5 Sept, 21:17 BST
This is an automated summary of reporting by Reuters. Follow the source link for the original article and full context.