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Science 1 SOURCE · UNCORROBORATED ≈CONTINENTAL Sep 5, 2026

Isar Aerospace launches first private rocket to orbit from continental Europe

The Spectrum rocket launched into orbit from the Andøya spaceport in Norway. This is the first time a privately developed rocket reached orbit from continental Europe. This was an early-stage demonstration and the rocket is not yet mass-produced.

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Science 1 SOURCE · UNCORROBORATED ≈SINGLE LAUNCH Jul 18, 2026

India Launches First Privately Developed Orbital Rocket

The Vikram-1 rocket, India's first privately developed orbital vehicle, launched from Sriharikota on July 18, 2026. This single launch was a test flight and is not yet an operational commercial service. It follows a sub-orbital private launch in 2022.

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