ScienceGerman startup sends first commercial rocket into orbit from Europe

German startup Isar Aerospace has sent its uncrewed Spectrum rocket into orbit from Andøya Spaceport in Arctic Norway, making it the first commercial rocket launched from continental Europe to reach orbit. The company plans to rapidly expand satellite deployments as demand grows.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-09-06 13:21Original