Amazon turns to rival SpaceX to launch next batch of Kuiper internet satellites
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最新报道：Amazon has partnered with SpaceX to launch its Kuiper internet satellites, marking a rare collaboration between the e-commerce giant and Elon Musk's aerospace company. The deal involves three Falcon 9 rocket launches starting in mid-2025 to deploy satellites for Amazon's planned broadband constellation, which aims to compete with SpaceX's Starlink. Amazon's Project Kuiper, approved for 3,236 satellites, requires half to be operational by 2026 under FCC rules. The move comes as Amazon seeks to diversify launch providers beyond its existing contracts with Blue Origin, Arianespace, and United Launch Alliance. SpaceX's proven launch capabilities and cost efficiency reportedly influenced Amazon's decision.
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