Orbital Express Launch Ltd. (trading as Orbex)
Environmentally Friendly Space Launch Solutions
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Maya Belkovska
on
June 28th, 2024
Summary
Orbex is a UK-based space launch company specializing in developing the Orbex Prime, a low-carbon, high-performance micro-launch vehicle designed for small satellite launches. Orbex Prime uses renewable, ultra-low-carbon biofuel, significantly reducing its carbon footprint compared to traditional rockets. The company aims to lead the industry in environmentally friendly space launches, with plans to launch from the carbon-neutral Space Hub Sutherland in Scotland. Orbex's technology ensures minimal environmental impact by avoiding space debris and maximizing reusability.
Details
Company name
Orbital Express Launch Ltd. (trading as Orbex)
Headquarters
Forres, Scotland, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Date of establishment
2015-01
Website
Products & Equipment by Orbital Express Launch Ltd. (trading as Orbex)
Orbex Space is developing sustainable rocket technology with bio-propane fuel and reusable components. Their Prime rocket and Space Hub Sutherland are designed to reduce the carbon footprint in aerospace, promoting eco-friendly launches. Orbex aims to advance clean space exploration through these initiatives.