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China's Space Sector Soars: 50 Launches and New Rockets

1/20/2026

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China's commercial space sector continued its rapid growth into 2026, completing 50 launches in 2025, including 25 from commercial vehicles.
The Hainan launch site conducted nine missions, helping deploy 311 satellites, or 84% of China's total.
LandSpace's Zhuque-3 rocket conducted its maiden flight, advancing reusable rocket technology.
Galactic Energy's PALLAS-2 rocket engine completed a full-system hot-fire test.
This progress supports the sector's expansion and technological competitiveness.

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Story summary

China's commercial space sector continued its rapid growth into 2026, completing 50 launches in 2025, including 25 from commercial vehicles.
The Hainan launch site conducted nine missions, helping deploy 311 satellites, or 84% of China's total.
LandSpace's Zhuque-3 rocket conducted its maiden flight, advancing reusable rocket technology.
Galactic Energy's PALLAS-2 rocket engine completed a full-system hot-fire test.
This progress supports the sector's expansion and technological competitiveness.