Among the large new rockets Amazon was counting on, only Europe has delivered
Amazon is facing delays in its satellite constellation deployment as its primary launch partners, Blue Origin and ULA, have yet to deliver on promised rockets. Currently, only Europe's Arianespace has successfully provided the launch capacity needed to get Amazon's satellites into orbit.
Why it matters
The reliance on third-party launch providers highlights the logistical challenges of building a massive low-Earth orbit internet network.
Merci beaucoup Among the large new rockets Amazon was counting on, only Europe has delivered As for Arianespace, they have definitely stepped up.
The article reports on industry performance and supply chain issues based on public statements and launch schedules.
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