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Vietnamese Conglomerate Takes Step Toward Developing Domestic Space Industry
VinSpace, a member of Vietnam’s Vingroup ecosystem, has signed a launch contract with SpaceX to carry its satellites aboard a Transporter rideshare mission in 2027. The agreement marks VinSpace’s first launch contract and is part of its plan to develop Vietnam’s space industry. VinSpace will be responsible for the research, development, manufacturing, and on-orbit operation of its satellites, which will feature in-house developed technologies. The company aims to become a full-stack aerospace company, developing capabilities across the space value chain. This development was first reported by an unknown source.