“The satellites will fly aboard a 2027 mission under SpaceX’s Transporter rideshare program, which allows multiple customers to share the same rocket and split satellite launch costs.”
“The company, VinSpace, said it would develop and operate the satellites itself, using the missions to test technology in orbit and pave the way for future commercial services.”
“The company did not disclose how many satellites it plans to launch, their specifications or the value of the contract with Elon Musk’s SpaceX.”
“VinSpace was established in November 2025 by Vingroup, Vietnam’s largest privately-owned conglomerate.”
“VinSpace says it ultimately wants to become a full-service aerospace company, with capabilities spanning satellite design and manufacturing, launch management, satellite operations and space-based data services.”
“The government has set a goal of becoming a mid-level space power in Southeast Asia by 2030, with satellite technology seen as part of a wider drive to develop high-tech industries.”
“In March, Vietnam opened a major space science and technology center at Hanoi’s Hoa Lac High-Tech Park, aimed at expanding domestic satellite development and the use of space-based data.”
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