Data Center Dynamics · Jun 29, 2026 15:51 UTC

Launcher Rocket Lab acquires satellite operator Iridium in $8bn deal

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Launcher Rocket Lab acquires satellite operator Iridium in $8bn deal

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<p>A new American vertical launcher-operator is formed by merging a former “big four” satellite operator with a commercial launcher building a competitor to SpaceX's Falcon 9</p>

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