➀ HyImpulse Technologies secured €30 million in Series A funding, including €15 million in equity, bringing total capital raised to €74 million since 2018;

➁ Funds will accelerate the development of its SL1 orbital rocket (capable of carrying 600kg payloads) and expand production capacities, targeting a first orbital launch in 2027;

➂ The SL1 uses hybrid engines with paraffin and liquid oxygen for cost efficiency and safety, featuring a new turbopump system and serial production of hardware.

➀ Astronauts on the ISS witnessed the explosion of SpaceX's Starship upper stage due to an 'energetic event';

➁ The spacecraft lost altitude and communication after the explosion;

➂ Starship initiated its RUD protocol, leading to its disassembly in the upper atmosphere.