Perigee Aerospace is a Korean small-launch startup developing the Blue Whale small satellite launch vehicle. It sits in the Launch segment of the space economy.
Key Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Segment | Launch |
| HQ | South Korea (Daejeon) |
| Status | Private |
| Sector | Space economy |
Pros & Cons
Strengths
- Korea’s leading private launcher
- Compact small-launch focus
- Domestic launch demand tailwind
Considerations
- Orbital flights still to scale
- Capital-intensive development
Summary
Perigee Aerospace is South Korea’s most prominent private launch startup, targeting dedicated small-satellite launch.