Rocket Lab USA a leading launch provider and space systems company, announced it has scheduled the next Electron launch for Kinéis, a global Internet-of-Things (IoT) connectivity provider. The “IOT 4 You and Me” mission is scheduled to launch during the window that opens on February 4th NZDT. Within the multi-day window, there is an instantaneous launch opportunity daily at 09:43 am NZDT (20:43 UTC).
The launch will occur from Rocket Lab’s private orbital launch site, Launch Complex 1, in New Zealand. The mission is the fourth of five dedicated Electron launches booked by Kinéis in a multi-launch contract that will see Rocket Lab deploy an entire constellation of 25 IoT satellites. Electron successfully launched the first three missions in June, September and November 2024.
“IOT 4 You and Me” is Rocket Lab’s first scheduled launch of 2025. The company expects this year to exceed its record-breaking launch cadence of 16 launches across Electron and HASTE achieved in 2024. A live broadcast will be available on launch day from around T-20 minutes.
Rocket Lab founder and CEO Peter Beck says, “Last year, we launched three dedicated missions for Kinéis, deploying 15 satellites to precise and tailored orbits to get the constellation up and running rapidly. We’re excited to continue the relationship in 2025 with our first mission off the pad for the year.”
“IOT 4 You and Me” will be Rocket Lab’s first mission of 2025 and the Company’s 59th Electron launch overall. Rocket Lab’s 2025 launch manifest includes Electron missions for commercial and government customers, as well as HASTE missions from Launch Complex 2. Launch windows for each will be announced in due course.
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