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Skyroot Aerospace unicorn bets big on global launches with Vikram 1 on deck
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Published on 8 May 2026
US Europe and Southeast Asia are already lined up
Skyroot Aerospace, India’s first spacetech unicorn valued at $1.16 billion, is gearing up for its Vikram-1 orbital launch while targeting global demand from the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The company says growth will be driven by rising demand for customized satellite launches and efforts to broaden access to space beyond a few traditional players.
- Skyroot is preparing for the Vikram-1 orbital launch
- Global demand is expected from the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia
- The unicorn is valued at about $1.16 billion
- Growth focus includes customized satellite launch services
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