Isar Aerospace to launch Planet Labs Pelican satellite for Germany

Bisinfotech· July 3, 2026

Isar Aerospace has been selected to launch a Pelican satellite for Planet Labs in a mission designated for Germany. This collaboration highlights the strengthening of the European space technology sector through the use of domestic launch capabilities for international satellite constellations. The deployment of the Pelican satellite is expected to enhance high-resolution Earth observation services, providing critical data for various commercial and governmental applications. This agreement underscores the growing maturity of the small-satellite launch market and its importance to the broader aerospace industry.

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