
NSL Celebrates Groundbreaking Contact with Spacecraft on SpaceX Transporter-14 Mission
2025-06-25
Author: Yu
In an exciting development for space exploration, NearSpace Launch Inc. (NSL) has announced the successful first contact with their spacecraft launched aboard SpaceX's Transporter-14 mission, which blasted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base on June 23, 2025.
Matthew Voss, President of NSL, expressed his pride in the team’s achievement, stating, "I am proud to be part of a dedicated team as they deliver on orbit the FastBus Plus platform." This new milestone highlights NSL's commitment to advancing satellite technology and real-time data delivery.
Located in Upland, Indiana, NSL has emerged as a significant player in the small satellite manufacturing sector. The CubeSats launched in this mission feature innovative designs tailored for two independent commercial partners, utilizing NSL's highly-regarded FastBus Standard and FastBus Plus configurations. Equipped with proven avionics and autonomous safety monitoring systems, these platforms are poised to excel in their respective missions.
With over 100 satellites successfully launched into orbit, NSL is building on its legacy of reliability and innovation in the aerospace field. The successful deployment from Transporter-14 marks yet another step in establishing the company as a leader in providing comprehensive solutions from concept to launch.
The Transporter-14 launch is part of SpaceX's rideshare program, designed to make space more accessible for a variety of payloads. This collaboration not only expands NSL's portfolio but also enhances scientific research, commercial initiatives, and overall space domain awareness on a global scale.
NSL is at the forefront of offering rapid and cost-effective access to space and supports a diverse range of clients—commercial, governmental, and academic—with tailored spacecraft, sensor payloads, and advanced telemetry systems that ensure 24/7 monitoring capabilities.