| Market Capitalization (Millions $) |
40,463 |
| Shares
Outstanding (Millions) |
630 |
| Employees |
2,600 |
| Revenues (TTM) (Millions $) |
768 |
| Net Income (TTM) (Millions $) |
-165 |
| Cash Flow (TTM) (Millions $) |
886 |
| Capital Exp. (TTM) (Millions $) |
195 |
Business Description
Rocket Lab USA Inc is an American aerospace company that specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of small satellite launch vehicles. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, the company was founded in 2006 by New Zealand entrepreneur Peter Beck.
The company's focus is on providing cost-effective, dedicated launch services for small satellites, which are typically used for scientific and commercial purposes. Rocket Lab has developed a proprietary carbon-composite launch vehicle called the Electron, which is designed to carry payloads weighing up to 300kg into low Earth orbit.
The Electron is a two-stage rocket that stands at just over 17 meters tall, with a diameter of less than3 meters. It is powered by nine 3D-printed Rutherford engines, which use electric-pump-fed liquid propellants. This innovative design makes the Electron one of the most efficient and environmentally-friendly rockets in operation today.
Rocket Lab has successfully launched a number of missions for its customers, including a payload for NASA, several commercial missions, and even a satellite designed to measure methane emissions from oil and gas facilities. The company has also pioneered a new approach to launch site logistics, with its Launch Complex 1 located on New Zealand's Mahia Peninsula. This remote site allows Rocket Lab to avoid the crowded airspace and complicated launch procedures that are common at many other launch sites around the world.
In addition to its launch services, Rocket Lab also offers a range of other products and services for the space industry, including a satellite platform called Photon and a suite of software and analytics tools for satellite operators.
Rocket Lab is backed by some high-profile investors, including NASA, Khosla Ventures, and Bessemer Venture Partners. The company is known for its innovative technology, lean startup culture, and commitment to sustainability in space. With a growing roster of successful missions and a strong pipeline of future launches, Rocket Lab is poised to become a major player in the new space economy.
Company Address: 3881 McGowen Street Long Beach 90808 CA
Company Phone Number: 465-5737 Stock Exchange / Ticker: NASDAQ RKLB
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