CAS Space is a commercial launch company linked to the Chinese Academy of Sciences, operating the Lijian (Kinetica) solid-fuel rockets. It sits in the Launch segment of the space economy.
Key Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Segment | Launch |
| HQ | China (Guangzhou) |
| Status | Private |
| Sector | Space economy |
Pros & Cons
Strengths
- Operational Lijian/Kinetica rockets
- Strong institutional backing
- Rapidly growing launch cadence
Considerations
- Solid-fuel focus limits some payloads
- Operates within China’s policy framework
Summary
CAS Space is one of China’s more active commercial launchers, flying the Lijian/Kinetica solid rockets.