I’m catching up over the holidays so here is a bit of a roundup of recent Rocket Lab news.

Rocket Lab to Open New Manufacturing Complex in Maryland: Rocket Lab USA, an aerospace company based in Long Beach, is set to open a new manufacturing complex in Maryland. This expansion marks a significant step for the company, enhancing its production capabilities. Source: Press Telegram

US Military Contracts Rocket Lab for 2025 Hypersonic Test Vehicle Launch: Rocket Lab has been contracted by the US military to launch a hypersonic test vehicle in early 2025. The launch is scheduled to take place from Rocket Lab’s Launch Complex 2 in Virginia, highlighting the company’s growing involvement in defense and space research. Source: Space.com

Venus Mission Planned by Rocket Lab for Late 2024: Rocket Lab is planning a privately funded mission to Venus, expected to launch at the end of 2024 and arrive at the planet in May 2025. This ambitious project underscores Rocket Lab’s capabilities in deep space missions. Source: SpaceNews

Rocket Lab’s Electron Launch Vehicle Fully Booked for 2024: Rocket Lab’s Electron launch vehicle is fully booked for the next year, contributing to an expected revenue increase to between $95 million and $105 million in the first quarter of 2024. This demand highlights the Electron’s success and reliability in the space launch market. Source: Yahoo News

New Engine Development Center Opened by Rocket Lab: Rocket Lab has opened a new engine development center in a building formerly used by Virgin Orbit, their competitor. This new facility in Long Beach will bolster Rocket Lab’s capabilities in engine development and innovation. Source: SpaceNews