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Galactic Energy's Pallas-1 Reusable Rocket Reaches Orbit

September 1, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Galactic Energy's Pallas-1 rocket successfully reaches orbit.
Pallas-1 is a medium-to-large reusable rocket.
The rocket can carry up to 7 tonnes into low Earth orbit.
Galactic Energy plans to test re-entry control systems.

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Strategic Implications

This launch may signal China's growing competitiveness in the reusable launch market, potentially narrowing the gap with SpaceX. The success of Pallas-1 suggests that Galactic Energy could become a major player in the global commercial launch sector, which may have implications for the industry's supply chain and pricing dynamics.

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What Happened

China's Private Sector Joins Reusable Launch Push

Galactic Energy has successfully launched its Pallas-1 medium-to-large reusable rocket into orbit, marking a significant milestone in China’s commercial launch sector. The two-stage rocket, powered by seven in-house developed liquid oxygen-kerosene engines, can carry up to 7 tonnes into low Earth orbit and is designed to withstand up to 25 flights. Galactic Energy plans to test re-entry control systems before attempting a full vertical landing, with the ultimate goal of achieving high-frequency commercial reuse. This development was reported by the South China Morning Post.

Source | Originally Published: September 1, 2024

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