RKLBRocket Lab+Neutron.DevLUNRIntuitive+IM-2.LandingASTSAST Space+BlueBird.DeployPLPlanet Labs+Pelican.LaunchBKSYBlackSky+Gen-3.LiveSPIRSpire+100.SatsRDWRedwire+ISM.ModuleIRDMIridium+IoT.ExpandVSATViasat+ViaSat-3.LiveSPACEXSpaceX+Starship.V3FUND.YTD2025-26$12B+.Raised
Companies / ABL Space Systems

ABL Space Systems

ABL Space Systems is developing the RS1 small launch vehicle with a containerized launch system designed for rapid deployment from austere locations. The company raised significant capital but has faced development delays. ABL's unique value proposition is mobile, responsive launch capability critical for defense applications.

Founded
2017
Headquarters
El Segundo, CA
CEO
Harry O'Hanley
Headcount
300+
Total Funding
$200M+
Latest Valuation
$2.4B (at peak)
Status
private

Products

RS1
https://ablspacesystems.com

Funding History

RoundAmountValuationLead InvestorsDate
Series B$200M$2.4BT. Rowe PriceJan 1, 2022

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