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HyImpulse secures funding to Advance Small Launcher 1
by Robert Schreiber
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Nov 26, 2024

HyImpulse Technologies GmbH, a prominent European company specializing in launch systems for small satellite transportation, has announced the acquisition of euro 11.8 million in funding through the European Space Agency's (ESA) Boost! Program. This funding, structured as a co-funded contract extension, aims to expedite the development of HyImpulse's Small Launcher 1 (SL1) orbital vehicle. The SL1 is designed to provide affordable and dependable orbital access for payloads up to 600 kilograms, supporting missions across Europe and globally.

The funding marks a critical advancement toward the commercialization of the SL1. It emphasizes ESA's commitment to fostering innovative, sustainable European launch systems that prioritize cost efficiency, rapid deployment, and improved access for orbital missions. Over the next 18 months, the funds will drive key technological advancements, facilitate testing protocols, and achieve milestones necessary for SL1's operational readiness.

"This contract extension is an investment in Europe's future as a competitive force in space," said Christian Schmierer, CEO and founder of HyImpulse.

"Together with ESA, we are creating a high-performance, sustainable launch solution to secure Europe's independent access to space and meet the surging global demand for small satellite launches. But to fully realize Europe's potential as a space leader, sustained and increased investment is imperative - not optional. With continued support from ESA and European stakeholders, we have the potential to unlock a new era of European leadership in space, driving forward critical scientific, commercial, and strategic missions."

ESA's Director of Space Transportation, Toni Tolker-Nielsen, added, "Europe's emerging commercial launch service providers are pushing towards their first launches. We are very interested to see their rockets deliver, diversifying the European launch services on offer."

Over the next 18 months, HyImpulse and ESA will prioritize improvements in propulsion systems, avionics, and structural engineering, alongside enhancements to testing and production facilities. These efforts aim to deliver a robust and high-performance launch vehicle, solidifying their shared goal of ensuring sustainable and resilient access to space.

The SL1, a multi-stage orbital launch vehicle, is planned for its first launch in 2026. At 32 meters tall and weighing 50 tons, it can reach altitudes exceeding 500 kilometers, depending on payload weight, placing it well within low Earth orbit. Designed to transport small satellites affordably, the SL1 can carry payloads of up to 600 kilograms.

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