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Defense Dept. Boosts Satellite Launches, Alabama Firms Thrive

2/16/2025

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The Defense Department is ramping up satellite launches this year, creating waves for two key players in north Alabama: United Launch Alliance and Blue Origin. With a strong military launch history, United Launch Alliance operates from Decatur, while Blue Origin, fresh off its 29th New Shepard mission and inaugural New Glenn orbit, is making strides in Huntsville.

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The Defense Department is ramping up satellite launches this year, creating waves for two key players in north Alabama: United Launch Alliance and Blue Origin. With a strong military launch history, United Launch Alliance operates from Decatur, while Blue Origin, fresh off its 29th New Shepard mission and inaugural New Glenn orbit, is making strides in Huntsville.