Momentus and RIDE! Space collaborate to connect SmallSat operators for In-Space Services

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San Jose CA (SPX) Nov 10, 2023

Momentus Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTS), a pioneer in the space transport sector, has announced a significant partnership with the Paris-based New Space company, RIDE! Space, aiming to streamline satellite launch services. This collaboration is set to include the deployment of Gaindesat and Djibouti payloads scheduled for a joint mission in 2024. Since its inception in 2020, RIDE! Space has committed

Momentus and RIDE! Space collaborate to connect SmallSat operators for In-Space Services
by Simon Mansfield
San Jose CA (SPX) Nov 10, 2023

Momentus Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTS), a pioneer in the space transport sector, has announced a significant partnership with the Paris-based New Space company, RIDE! Space, aiming to streamline satellite launch services. This collaboration is set to include the deployment of Gaindesat and Djibouti payloads scheduled for a joint mission in 2024.

Since its inception in 2020, RIDE! Space has committed to revolutionizing the satellite launch experience. Valentin Benoit, the CEO of RIDE! Space, elaborates on the company's ambitious blueprint: "Our vision is to provide the ultimate experience of launch services, on a large scale." Benoit highlights the digital platform developed by RIDE! Space, designed to handle the complete launch process for the satellite operators' ecosystem, from identifying launch opportunities to finalizing service contracts, underscoring a seamless end-to-end experience.

RIDE! Space's robust platform offers a comprehensive range of services operated by dedicated mission managers. These services encompass multi-deployment analysis, launch RFP procurement strategy, launch integration, radiofrequency registration, and space insurance benchmarking. As a testament to its growing influence, RIDE! boasts a strong ecosystem comprising over 40 launch vehicles and OTVs and more than 250 satellite operators across 50 countries.

In the words of Benoit, "Momentus is a key partner for RIDE! in the United States." He praises the Momentus team for their commitment to facilitating access to space and mobility for a variety of payloads. Benoit's enthusiasm is evident as he envisages a future brimming with collaborative missions, further solidified by Momentus' elevated status as a Premium Provider on RIDE!'s launch-on-demand digital platform.

John Rood, the CEO of Momentus, reciprocates this sentiment, valuing RIDE! Space as an integral extension of their team. Rood assures that the services offered through the RIDE! platform are not only cost-effective but also epitomize reliability and efficiency. He encourages SmallSat operators to consider RIDE!'s online catalog to simplify their mission logistics, aligning with Momentus' objective to deliver turnkey in-space infrastructure services.

Looking ahead, Momentus is gearing up for its next mission - the SpaceX Transporter-9 - which will facilitate orbital delivery for four distinct customers. The company's inaugural mission of 2024 is set to be part of the SpaceX Transporter-10 launch, with a target no earlier than March. This ambitious mission will support a total of nine customers, encompassing both orbital delivery services and hosted payload services.

For those interested in the burgeoning opportunities of space payload delivery, Momentus is actively offering rideshare and hosted payload slots on SpaceX Transporter missions slated for 2024. Potential customers are encouraged to initiate the reservation process through the RIDE! Platform or by reaching out directly via [email protected].

This strategic partnership between Momentus and RIDE! Space signifies a remarkable step forward in the democratization of space access, providing a myriad of satellite operators with economical and reliable pathways to orbit. As the aerospace industry continues to evolve at a breathtaking pace, collaborations such as this are pivotal in shaping the future landscape of space exploration and utilization.