Interstellar Technologies, a leading space infrastructure company, has signed a Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) with Exolaunch, a global leader in launch mission management, satellite integration, and deployment services. This partnership marks a significant step forward in enhancing rideshare launch capabilities for small satellites across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

As demand for small satellite deployment continues to rise, rideshare missions launches that carry multiple payloads at once have become a vital part of space access. Exolaunch brings proven expertise in integrating and managing these complex missions, with flight-proven deployment systems and an impeccable track record of success.

Under this agreement, Exolaunch is designated as Interstellar's preferred provider of satellite separation systems for the ZERO launch vehicle, reflecting both confidence in Exolaunch's proven performance and Interstellar's commitment to delivering the latest and most reliable technologies to customers. In addition, Exolaunch will receive priority for signing multi-launch contracts and access to available launch capacity on Interstellar's missions, enabling more efficient launches and greater access to orbit for small satellite operators.

“This partnership with Exolaunch marks a significant milestone for Interstellar as we move closer to our goal of offering flexible and reliable launch services to small satellite operators in Asia and beyond. By aligning with a trusted global leader in deployment systems, we're not only strengthening the value of our ZERO launch vehicle, but also ensuring that our customers benefit from world-class integration solutions.” – Keiji Atsuta, Interstellar Chief Operating Officer.

"Through this collaboration, Exolaunch and Interstellar will expand access to orbit across Japan and the broader Asia-Pacific region,” said Kier Fortier, vice president of global business development at Exolaunch. “Our flight-proven deployment systems and mission-management services adapt seamlessly to a wide range of launch vehicles, reinforcing our commitment to make space more accessible and reliable. We look forward to working with the ZERO launch vehicle and supporting Interstellar's continued success.” By combining Interstellar's ZERO launch vehicle, currently being developed in Japan, with Exolaunch's internationally recognized deployment technology, the partnership aims to unlock new possibilities for satellite operators and accelerate the development of accessible and sustainable space infrastructure.

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