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1/ SpaceX is one of the most valuable private companies in the world. Launch costs have dropped by nearly 45x since the days of the Space Shuttle. Over $75bn of investment has been poured into companies building space infrastructure since 2015. But investors with long memories https://t.co/RZVF0FLoVK
SpaceX isn’t just launching rockets—it’s shaping markets. Join us May 6 for an in-depth look at the company driving the commercial space economy forward. SpaceNews and Novaspace break down what’s next for launch, Starlink, and more. Save your seat: https://t.co/x6a6zGiczH https://t.co/WcRIvuSpGj




On April 27, 2025, SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida, carrying the final batch of 23 standard v2 Mini Starlink satellites, including 13 equipped with Direct-to-Cell technology, to low Earth orbit. The rocket’s first stage, booster B1077, completed its 20th flight and landed on the drone ship "Just Read The Instructions" downrange. Since its first dedicated Starlink launch on May 24, 2019, SpaceX has rapidly advanced its reusable rocket technology and satellite deployment capabilities. The Falcon 9 is widely regarded within the space community as a remarkable vehicle that has contributed to a nearly 45-fold reduction in launch costs compared to the Space Shuttle era. SpaceX is among the most valuable private companies globally, having attracted over $75 billion in investments into space infrastructure companies since 2015. Industry analysts and stakeholders are preparing for a May 6 event hosted by SpaceNews and Novaspace to discuss SpaceX’s impact on the commercial space economy, including future developments in launch services and the Starlink satellite constellation.