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VOL. I·NO. 01
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026
  1. 001SpaceNewsOCT · 09English

    The rideshare era is ending. Small satellites need anchor customers for small launch, now.

    The small satellite launch market is facing a crisis as rideshare services become scarce and affordable launch options disappear, forcing operators to secure dedicated missions years in advance. Industry veteran Meidad Pariente, co-founder of ORBITinsure, highlights the challenge of finding orbital slots for satellites scheduled to launch in 2029.

    By Meidad Pariente