Vision
To develop independent orbital launch capability in Canada and enable participation in the global space economy.
Mission
To build and deliver orbital launch capability and supporting infrastructure from Canada, enabling reliable and cost-effective access to space for commercial, scientific, and government missions.
The Opportunity
Global demand for launch services is increasing as satellite deployment accelerates and commercial and government demand for access to space continues to grow. Existing launch capacity faces increasing pressure, with an estimated potential global shortfall of approximately 11,700 tonnes of payload capacity through 2030, equivalent to roughly 800 medium-class rockets.¹ Against this global backdrop, Canada remains the only G7 nation without sovereign space launch capabilities and continues to rely on foreign providers for access to orbit.² This combination of growing global demand and a domestic capability gap creates a strategic opportunity for Canadian-based launch capability and infrastructure.
Our Approach
LUNR Aerospace is pursuing a phased approach to developing Canadian orbital launch capability, progressing from propulsion and systems development toward integrated vehicle testing and orbital flight. The Company is focused on disciplined development, scalable system architecture and the infrastructure required to support launch operations in Canada. LUNR is also actively engaged with Canada’s evolving regulatory framework for commercial space launch and participates in discussions related to the development of national space policy.
Rooted in fundamentals, built for Canada
Simplified Launch Vehicle Architecture
Reducing system complexity to support faster development cycles and lower technical risk.
Accelerated Development Approach
Focused on simplified design and efficient development timelines.
Globally from Day One
Positioned to support launch demand across international markets from inception.
Geographical Advantage
Positioned to support efficient access to high-inclination and polar orbits.
Lunar Mission Focus
Developing capabilities aligned with emerging demand for lunar and deep-space missions.
Commercial Strategy
LUNR Aerospace intends to provide both dedicated and rideshare launch services, enabling multiple customers to share payload capacity within a single launch. This approach is designed to reduce cost per kilogram to orbit and expand access to space for a broader range of customers. Target customers include government and defense agencies, commercial satellite operators, research institutions, and international mission partners seeking reliable, responsive, and sovereign access to orbit.
LUNR-01 is being developed to deliver Canada’s first sovereign orbital launch capability. It directly supports Budget 2025’s $182.6 million commitment to sovereign space launch and the February 2026 Defence Industrial Strategy, which designates space launch as one of ten core sovereign capabilities. As the only G7 nation without independent orbital access, Canada gains a strategic edge through LUNR’s domestic platform.
In-house engine and propulsion architecture, supporting a simplified and scalable approach to launch system design.
