This launch may indicate Rocket Lab's growing role in the commercial space sector, particularly in supporting Earth-observing missions. The partnership with iQPS suggests a strong demand for satellite services, which could benefit companies like Rocket Lab and iQPS in the future.
Japanese Company iQPS Expands Space Capabilities With Latest Mission
Rocket Lab successfully launched an Earth-observing radar satellite for Japanese company iQPS on November 2, 2026. The mission, dubbed ‘The Sea God Surveys,’ was launched from Rocket Lab’s Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. This marks Rocket Lab’s 99th launch and its 10th dedicated launch for iQPS. The launch was reported by Space.com.
This launch may indicate Rocket Lab's growing role in the commercial space sector, particularly in supporting Earth-observing missions. The partnership with iQPS suggests a strong demand for satellite services, which could benefit companies like Rocket Lab and iQPS in the future.
Japanese Company iQPS Expands Space Capabilities With Latest Mission
Rocket Lab successfully launched an Earth-observing radar satellite for Japanese company iQPS on November 2, 2026. The mission, dubbed ‘The Sea God Surveys,’ was launched from Rocket Lab’s Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. This marks Rocket Lab’s 99th launch and its 10th dedicated launch for iQPS. The launch was reported by Space.com.