LAUNCH SERVICES
LARGE ROCKETS AND SMALL SATELLITES

Most of the world’s established launch-service providers – and some new ones, too – are developing new-generation heavy-lift rockets scheduled to enter service starting in 2021. What is their addressable market? Even if the geostationary-orbit market is slightly improving, it cannot sustain them all. Demand for small satellite launches – individually, in small groups or in large numbers – is increasing. How will these large rockets adapt to this to build a sustainable business? Panelists will be asked to outline their strategy.