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Orbex Selected for ESA's Game-Changing Launcher Challenge

7/10/2025

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Orbex has been chosen by the European Space Agency for the European Launcher Challenge, a groundbreaking initiative set to boost Europe’s launch capabilities from 2026 to 2030. CEO Phil Chambers highlighted this milestone as a pivotal moment for the UK space sector, promising job creation and greater independence in space exploration.

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Orbex has been chosen by the European Space Agency for the European Launcher Challenge, a groundbreaking initiative set to boost Europe’s launch capabilities from 2026 to 2030. CEO Phil Chambers highlighted this milestone as a pivotal moment for the UK space sector, promising job creation and greater independence in space exploration.