Space Launch Economics: Virgin Orbit, Relativity Space & Astra

Tim Ellis, the Chief Executive Officer of Relativity Space, Chris Kemp, leading Astra, and Mandy Vaughn, President of VOX Space – Virgin Orbit’s division concentrating on national security – all participated in TC Sessions: Space for a collaborative discussion regarding their distinct strategies within the small satellite launch sector. While each company employs a fundamentally different type of space launch technology, they are all focused on providing services to a similar customer base.

The panelists concurred that sufficient demand exists to support multiple providers, but they each presented unique perspectives on the most effective method for addressing the increasing requirements of this expanding segment of the space industry. View the complete panel discussion below for a comprehensive understanding of their viewpoints.