Neutron's innovative Hungry Hippo captive fairing is now ready for flight. Qualification of Stage 1's structure and systems complete. Stage 1 now ready for flight. Construction on Neutron’s …

2 days ago · After record-breaking 2025, Rocket Lab prepares for Neutron’s debut in 2026 written by Eleanor Day & Haygen Warren December 29, 2025

In May 2025, Rocket Lab was awarded an evaluation contract to test for compatibility of Neutron with the USAF Rocket Cargo program for return-to-Earth cargo delivery anywhere on Earth.

Nov 10, 2025 · During an earnings call on Monday, Rocket Lab chief executive Peter Beck announced that the company’s medium-lift launch vehicle, Neutron, would not launch this year.

Nov 12, 2025 · Rocket Lab has delayed the first launch of its medium-lift Neutron rocket to 2026, founder and CEO Peter Beck said during a company earnings call on Nov. 10.

Aug 8, 2025 · Rocket Lab has built out the infrastructure needed for Neutron, including production and test facilities. The company is now producing one Archimedes engine every 11 days, with …

Aug 29, 2025 · In parallel with hardware arrivals, Rocket Lab’s focus right now is in two key areas: readiness for Neutron’s ascent mission and the performance of its propulsion system.

Jul 25, 2025 · Rocket Lab is developing the Neutron rocket – which already has contracts with the Department of Defense – for commercial, civil and military space operations. That includes …

Jul 10, 2025 · In the coming years, Rocket Lab plans to fly Neutron frequently to deploy large satellite constellations and support government payloads. This new capability will expand …

15 hours ago · LONG BEACH, CA — Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) concluded its most successful fiscal year to date on December 31, 2025, reporting record-breaking annual …