Launch Industry Faces Unexpected Crunch Amid Record Activity

Despite the ongoing boom in the launch sector, satellite operators are experiencing increasing anxiety over a significant launch crisis. Over the past three years, an impressive average of 270 orbital rockets have successfully lifted off from Earth, representing a more than three-fold surge compared to a decade ago.

This period should be celebrated as a golden era for launches, with unprecedented competition in pricing, heightened frequency of launches, and expedited access to space. However, operators are finding themselves in a state of panic as they confront a tightening supply of available launch opportunities.

Source: arstechnica.com