India Leads Global Space Launch Cost Efficiency, Cambridge Study Finds
· India · NDTV, Times of India
India maintains the lowest rocket launch costs among major space powers, according to a recent study from Cambridge. While the global average launch cost in 2025 reached $3,868 per kilogram, India's expenditure per kilogram is significantly lower at $1. In comparison, the US averaged $3,225 per kilogram, while Japan, China, Russia, and Europe recorded costs ranging from $5,287 to $9,897 per kilogram. The report provides a comparative breakdown of launch economics across these nations.
Why it matters
India's extreme cost advantage in space launches enhances its competitiveness in the global satellite deployment market and strengthens its position as a preferred partner for international space missions.
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