What Happened
Synspective Expands Constellation Strategy With Latest Mission
Rocket Lab has successfully launched the 12th StriX satellite for Japanese Earth-observation company Synspective, expanding its growing constellation. The launch, which took place on September 19, marks the 12th dedicated mission for Synspective and underscores the pace at which the company is building out its SAR constellation. Synspective has also signed a launch agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for two additional StriX satellites, scheduled to launch in 2027. This development was first reported by an unknown source.