All Iceye satellites have launched aboard SpaceX rockets

The satellite operator's CEO stated in 2024 that no European launch capability meets its required frequency.

Luisa Marconi

Senior Space Correspondent

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Iceye satellites launch on SpaceX rockets due to limited European capacity. AI illustrationhow this picture was made

Every satellite operated by Iceye has launched on rockets run by SpaceX to date.^[1] Iceye chief executive Rafal Modrzewski made the comment on European launch capacity at the Helsinki Security Forum in October 2024.^[2] SpaceX has launched over 11,000 satellites for its Starlink constellation.^[3]

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All Iceye satellites have to date been launched using rockets operated by United States company SpaceX. · KauppalehtiFinland
Iceye CEO Rafal Modrzewski stated at the October 2024 Helsinki Security Forum that Europe currently has no capability to provide required satellite launch frequency. · KauppalehtiFinland
SpaceX has already launched over 11,000 satellites for its Starlink constellation into orbit. · DER STANDARDAustria

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