A publicly traded aerospace manufacturer and launch service provider founded by Peter Beck in 2006, headquartered in Long Beach, California. Its Electron orbital rocket launches small satellites and is the most frequently flown small-lift launch vehicle in operation worldwide.
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Agency TypePrivate aerospace company 1 Founded Year HeadquartersLong Beach, California, United States 1 Cross-Tradition Connections
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Rocket Lab Corporation is a publicly traded aerospace manufacturer and launch service provider. Its Electron orbital rocket launches small satellites and has successfully completed over 75 missions as of January 2026, making it the most prolific small-lift launch vehicle in operation globally.
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Founded: June 2006 | Headquarters: Long Beach, California, U.S. | Type: Public company
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Traded as Nasdaq: RKLB
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