Rocket Lab delays Neutron debut launch to 2027, citing development and process improvements

Rocket Lab Corp

Neutron's first launch, previously slated for 2026, is now expected to occur in 2027, per the Oct. 14, 2026 update.
Company attributes the shift to ongoing development work and incorporation of process improvements into the vehicle.
Rocket Lab says it is 'progressing through key manufacturing and testing milestones' and will provide further updates.
A presentation with additional Neutron details is posted at investors.rocketlabcorp.com/events-presentations/presentations.
No new target date beyond '2027', cost figures, or customer manifest details were disclosed in the release.

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