Amazon has contracted SpaceX for three launches to deliver its Project Kuiper satellites into low Earth orbit.

These launches, slated to begin in mid-2025, will be carried out using SpaceXs trusty Falcon 9 rocket.

Its an eye-opening move for at least two reasons.

Payload fairing holding a pair of prototype Project Kuiper satellites.

Payload fairing holding a pair of prototype Project Kuiper satellites.Photo: Amazon

Youd be crazy not to given their track record here.

Blue Origins New Glenn heavy-lift rocket has experienced delays, with its inaugural flight scheduled for next year.

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