Rocket Report: Isar secures €270M, Stoke advances Nova testing
German startups and Stoke Space push forward with new funding and test milestones.
Deep Dive
Isar Aerospace closed a €270M Series D to scale production of its Spectrum rocket, targeting a second launch attempt between June 15 and June 21. Stoke Space completed proto-qualification of its Nova first stage, including 46 structural tests. HyImpulse signed a letter of intent with Oman's Etlaq Spaceport to explore future launch-related activities and a potential operational presence. T-Minus Engineering launched a hypersonic suborbital rocket from Nova Scotia, only the second launch hosted by Maritime Launch Services.
Key Points
- Isar Aerospace raises €270M Series D, plans second Spectrum launch between June 15-21.
- Stoke Space completes 46 structural tests for Nova first stage, debut targeted for end of 2026.
- HyImpulse signs LOI with Oman's Etlaq Spaceport; T-Minus launches sounding rocket from Nova Scotia.
Why It Matters
New funding and test milestones signal growing commercial launch competition and global expansion.