Space Exploration Technologies, a private rocket company, successfully launched its first commercial mission by sending an imaging satellite into orbit for a Malaysian client. This launch marks a significant step towards the company's goal of providing transportation for U.S. astronauts to the International Space Station. The event took place at Cape Canaveral, Florida, highlighting the growing role of private companies in space exploration.
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Irene Klotz / Reuters – Tue Jul 14 said:CAPE CANAVERAL., Florida (Reuters) – A pioneering rocket company that wants to take over the job of sending U.S. astronauts to the International Space Station launched an imaging satellite into orbit late on Monday for a Malaysian firm, its first paying customer.