Ceres-1S | Tianqi 16-18 & 20
Launch Successful
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Launch Window
May 19, 2025, 7:29 a.m. - May 19, 2025, 7:57 a.m.
May 19, 2025, 7:29 a.m. - May 19, 2025, 7:57 a.m.
4 small satellites for LEO Internet of Things (IoT) communication purposes.
Launch success.
Liftoff.
Unofficial Re-stream by International Rocket Launches has started
Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities uncertain.
Ceres-1S is the sea launched version of Ceres-1 from Galactic Energy.
See DetailsGalactic Energy is a private aerospace company headquartered in Beijing, China. Established by senior engineers in 2018, Galactic Energy engages in low-cost commercial space launch business.
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