Germany's Isar Aerospace Launches Spectrum Rocket, Marking a Pivotal Step Towards European Space Independence
2025-04-01
Germany's Vice Chancellor and Economy Minister, Robert Habeck, lauded the successful launch of Isar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket, highlighting Germany's advancements in innovative space technology and its crucial role in securing Europe's independent access to space. Spectrum, Germany's largest domestically built launch vehicle since WWII, represents a significant leap. The launch employed SpaceX's iterative development model, contrasting sharply with Europe's traditional approach. This marks a shift in European space ambitions, aiming to break free from reliance on other nations for space technology.