Orbex

Orbex is a British aerospace manufacturer developing orbital launch vehicles specifically designed for the small satellite market. The organisation operates within the upstream segment of the space industry, focusing on providing dedicated launch services to low Earth orbit from domestic UK soil. Its primary facility is located in Scotland, where it handles the design, production, and testing of liquid-fuelled rocket systems. The organisation's flagship programme is Prime, a two-stage micro-launcher engineered to transport small satellites and cubesats. This vehicle utilizes a coaxial tank structure and 3D-printed engines powered by bio-propane and liquid oxygen. Key partners and customers include the UK Space Agency and the European Space Agency, alongside various commercial satellite operators who have reserved capacity for future polar and sun-synchronous orbital missions. Prospective partners should verify the current developmental status and successful flight certification of the Prime vehicle, as the organisation is transitioning from ground testing to active flight operations. Buyers should also evaluate the specific licensing status of its primary launch site, Space Hub Sutherland, and confirm that the vehicle's payload capacity and launch frequency align with their specific orbital insertion requirements.