Private company launches commercial rocket.

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Space Exploration Technologies has successfully launched its first paying customer satellite into orbit for a Malaysian firm, marking a significant milestone in the private space industry. This launch demonstrates the company's capabilities and ambition to take over astronaut transportation to the International Space Station. The event highlights the growing role of private companies in space exploration and satellite deployment. The successful mission could pave the way for more commercial opportunities in the aerospace sector. Overall, this development underscores the evolving landscape of space travel and technology.
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I thought this was pretty cool. A private company (Space Exploration Technologies) has started launching rockets for customers.

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.

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hey, that is pretty neat.
 

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