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Associated Press
16-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
UP Aerospace Successfully Launches Maiden Flight of the Spyder Hypersonic Rocket
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, N.M., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UP Aerospace has achieved a significant milestone with the successful launch of its high-performance Spyder rocket. The maiden flight took place at 7:00 AM MST at Launch Complex 36, marking a new era in hypersonic mission capabilities. The mission reached the threshold of hypersonic speeds similar to the UP Aerospace SpaceLoft rocket missions that have been operational for 20 years. The mission was funded by the Stockpile Responsiveness Program (SRP) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and was executed with the support of the Navy White Sands Detachment. The LANL payload test vehicle was successfully deployed in flight. Spyder was specifically designed to support hypersonic missions reaching speeds of Mach 10. The launch vehicle is the result of an eight-year collaboration between UP Aerospace, Cesaroni Aerospace, NASA's Flight Opportunities Program, Marshall Space Flight Center, and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Since 2005, UP Aerospace and Cesaroni Aerospace have worked closely to develop cutting-edge solid rocket motors technologies including the Spyder booster and upper stage motors. Future developments of Spyder include the maximum performance booster motor and multi upper stage Spyder variants capable of achieving altitude's approaching 300 km to support a wide variety of hypersonic mission objectives. For over 16 years UP Aerospace has been providing launch services supporting a variety of customers including NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and LANL, and began developing Spyder technologies under the NASA 'Tipping Point' contract awarded in 2017. The Spyder rocket was developed to provide enhanced mass lifting and speed performance capabilities to support thermal protection system development, re-entry capsule stability and control evaluations, and high speed suborbital flight testing capabilities at a greatly reduced time and cost. Jerry Larson, President and CEO of UP Aerospace, commented on the achievement: 'The successful launch of Spyder-1 sets the stage for the next mission, which will integrate guidance and control systems into the Spyder-2 vehicle. We are excited for its upcoming launch, scheduled for early 2026.' View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE UP Aerospace, Inc.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UP Aerospace Successfully Launches Maiden Flight of the Spyder Hypersonic Rocket
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, N.M., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UP Aerospace has achieved a significant milestone with the successful launch of its high-performance Spyder rocket. The maiden flight took place at 7:00 AM MST at Launch Complex 36, marking a new era in hypersonic mission capabilities. The mission reached the threshold of hypersonic speeds similar to the UP Aerospace SpaceLoft rocket missions that have been operational for 20 years. The mission was funded by the Stockpile Responsiveness Program (SRP) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and was executed with the support of the Navy White Sands Detachment. The LANL payload test vehicle was successfully deployed in flight. Spyder was specifically designed to support hypersonic missions reaching speeds of Mach 10. The launch vehicle is the result of an eight-year collaboration between UP Aerospace, Cesaroni Aerospace, NASA's Flight Opportunities Program, Marshall Space Flight Center, and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Since 2005, UP Aerospace and Cesaroni Aerospace have worked closely to develop cutting-edge solid rocket motors technologies including the Spyder booster and upper stage motors. Future developments of Spyder include the maximum performance booster motor and multi upper stage Spyder variants capable of achieving altitude's approaching 300 km to support a wide variety of hypersonic mission objectives. For over 16 years UP Aerospace has been providing launch services supporting a variety of customers including NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and LANL, and began developing Spyder technologies under the NASA "Tipping Point" contract awarded in 2017. The Spyder rocket was developed to provide enhanced mass lifting and speed performance capabilities to support thermal protection system development, re-entry capsule stability and control evaluations, and high speed suborbital flight testing capabilities at a greatly reduced time and cost. Jerry Larson, President and CEO of UP Aerospace, commented on the achievement: "The successful launch of Spyder-1 sets the stage for the next mission, which will integrate guidance and control systems into the Spyder-2 vehicle. We are excited for its upcoming launch, scheduled for early 2026." View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE UP Aerospace, Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Fashion Network
03-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Authentic Brands expands Boardriders Japan distribution to include Volcom and Spyder
Group announced on Tuesday the expansion of its partnership with Boardriders Japan (BRJ), to include the Volcom and Spyder brands the region. The New York-based management said the agreement builds upon its existing partnership with BRJ, which oversees the regional business for Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes, Element, and VonZipper. Alongside Volcom and Spyder, BRJ now manages all retail, wholesale, and e-commerce operations for eight of Authentic's action and outdoor sports brands across Japan. 'BRJ has consistently demonstrated strong operational capabilities, from dynamic retail execution to design-driven product development,' said David Brooks, EVP of action and outdoor sports, lifestyle at Authentic. 'We are confident this expansion will deliver meaningful growth and brand impact across Japan.' This expansion solidifies BRJ as a key regional partner for Authentic Brands, which also owns David Beckham, Nautica, Reebok, and Champion brands. 'We are honored to take on this next chapter with Volcom and Spyder,' said Sammy Yoo, President of BRJ. 'These brands resonate strongly with Japanese consumers, and we look forward to elevating their presence through premium retail, digital engagement, and compelling product assortments that reflect both their unique DNA and local market needs.' Authentic Brands acquired the Volcom brand from luxury giant Kering in 2019.
Fashion Network
03-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Authentic Brands expands Boardriders Japan distribution to include Volcom and Spyder
Authentic Brands Group announced on Tuesday the expansion of its partnership with Boardriders Japan (BRJ), to include the Volcom and Spyder brands the region. The New York-based management said the agreement builds upon its existing partnership with BRJ, which oversees the regional business for Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes, Element, and VonZipper. Alongside Volcom and Spyder, BRJ now manages all retail, wholesale, and e-commerce operations for eight of Authentic's action and outdoor sports brands across Japan. 'BRJ has consistently demonstrated strong operational capabilities, from dynamic retail execution to design-driven product development,' said David Brooks, EVP of action and outdoor sports, lifestyle at Authentic. 'We are confident this expansion will deliver meaningful growth and brand impact across Japan.' This expansion solidifies BRJ as a key regional partner for Authentic Brands, which also owns David Beckham, Nautica, Reebok, and Champion brands. 'We are honored to take on this next chapter with Volcom and Spyder,' said Sammy Yoo, President of BRJ. 'These brands resonate strongly with Japanese consumers, and we look forward to elevating their presence through premium retail, digital engagement, and compelling product assortments that reflect both their unique DNA and local market needs.' Authentic Brands acquired the Volcom brand from luxury giant Kering in 2019.
Fashion Network
03-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Authentic Brands expands Boardriders Japan distribution to include Volcom and Spyder
Authentic Brands Group announced on Tuesday the expansion of its partnership with Boardriders Japan (BRJ), to include the Volcom and Spyder brands the region. The New York-based management said the agreement builds upon its existing partnership with BRJ, which oversees the regional business for Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes, Element, and VonZipper. Alongside Volcom and Spyder, BRJ now manages all retail, wholesale, and e-commerce operations for eight of Authentic's action and outdoor sports brands across Japan. 'BRJ has consistently demonstrated strong operational capabilities, from dynamic retail execution to design-driven product development,' said David Brooks, EVP of action and outdoor sports, lifestyle at Authentic. 'We are confident this expansion will deliver meaningful growth and brand impact across Japan.' This expansion solidifies BRJ as a key regional partner for Authentic Brands, which also owns David Beckham, Nautica, Reebok, and Champion brands. 'We are honored to take on this next chapter with Volcom and Spyder,' said Sammy Yoo, President of BRJ. 'These brands resonate strongly with Japanese consumers, and we look forward to elevating their presence through premium retail, digital engagement, and compelling product assortments that reflect both their unique DNA and local market needs.' Authentic Brands acquired the Volcom brand from luxury giant Kering in 2019.
