Rocket Lab launches fourth batch of Kinéis satellites for IoT network

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Rocket Lab successfully launched its fourth set of satellites for French company Kinéis on February 8. The Electron rocket lifted off from Launch Complex 1 and deployed five satellites into orbit over an hour later. This launch is part of a contract for five missions signed in 2021. Kinéis aims to establish a constellation for Internet of Things services, with plans to have the full system operational by mid-2025. Rocket Lab continues to lead the small launch market, having completed 16 launches in 2024. The company has announced additional contracts, including four launches for Japanese company iQPS, scheduled for 2025 and 2026.


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