Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Skyroot Aerospace Set to Launch Vikram-I, Eyes Launch Market
Skyroot Aerospace, an Indian company, is about to launch its first rocket, Vikram-I, into space.
Starting in 2018, they faced challenges in funding and policy due to the newness of the private space sector.
They built Vikram-I, a rocket designed to launch small satellites using advanced technology such as carbon fiber and 3D-printed engines.
Skyroot aims to be a "cab-to-space" service, launching satellites into custom orbits.
They are entering a growing market for satellite launches, projected to reach $30 billion by 2030.
This launch is a major milestone, and Skyroot is targeting the communication and earth observation markets.
Skyroot Aerospace is preparing for its maiden orbital launch of the Vikram-I rocket later this year.
The company was founded in 2018, when private space ventures were in their infancy.
Skyroot has raised over $95 million and uses carbon fiber rockets with 3D printed engines.
Vikram-I, a 22-meter rocket, is designed to put multiple satellites into orbit.
Skyroot aims to be a 'cab-to-space' service, focusing on launching satellites into unique orbits.
- Who
- Skyroot Aerospace
- What
- Skyroot Aerospace is preparing for the maiden launch of the Vikram-I rocket.
- When
- Later this year.
- Where
- India and South Asia
- Why
- To capture a share of the growing launch market.
Skyroot's Service Model
Other Launch Service Providers
Service Type
Skyroot's Service Model
Skyroot provides specialized orbits as a premium service.
Other Launch Service Providers
Companies such as SpaceX offer general launch services.
- Company
- Skyroot Aerospace
- Founded
- 2018
- Funding
- $95 million+
- Rocket Name
- Vikram-I
- Market Size
- $30 billion (launch market by 2030)
- Technology
- Carbon fiber rockets, 3D printed engines
- Target Customers
- Communication and earth observation satellite operators