Space organization Rocket Lab launches more satellites for Kinéis satellite network
Kineis Constellation Expands Global IoT Coverage with Successful Rocket Lab Launch
Kineis, a French Internet of Things (IoT) constellation operator, has made significant strides in its mission to provide global IoT coverage. On February 9, 2025, at 9:43 am NZDT (20:43 UTC), Rocket Lab USA launched the 59th Electron mission from their Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand, deploying five satellites to a 647 km low Earth orbit for Kineis [1].
This marks the fourth launch for Kineis and the first Electron launch of 2025. The collaboration between the two entities showcases the expertise and determination of their teams and partners.
Kineis' constellation, comprising 25 nanosatellites, is designed to provide precise connectivity and location tracking of objects anywhere on Earth. With this latest deployment, Kineis is moving closer to its goal of delivering global IoT coverage [2].
The Kineis constellation supports various applications, including forest fire detection, water resource management, infrastructure and energy network monitoring, transport and logistics tracking, and more [1][2].
Notably, the Kineis constellation boasts near-real time data transmission, low bit rates, and very low energy consumption, making it an ideal solution for IoT devices requiring constant, reliable communication [1].
Peter Beck, founder and CEO of Rocket Lab, stated that once all launches are complete, Kineis will have deployed its entire constellation in less than a year, which Michel Sarthou, CTO of Kineis, mentioned is an unprecedented feat [1].
The specific launch window and customer details for the next Electron launch will be announced in the coming days, with the mission scheduled for February [1]. For more precise launch timelines or mission details with Rocket Lab, further targeted information from launch logs or official Kineis/Rocket Lab releases would be needed.
As Kineis' constellation continues to grow, it promises to transform how IoT devices communicate worldwide, opening up a myriad of possibilities for IoT applications across various industries.
[1] Space.com. (2025). Kineis Satellites Launch on Rocket Lab's Electron Rocket. [online] Available at: https://www.space.com/kineis-satellites-launch-on-rocket-lab-electron-rocket.html
[2] SpaceNews. (2025). Kineis Launches Five Satellites on Rocket Lab's Electron. [online] Available at: https://spacenews.com/kineis-launches-five-satellites-on-rocket-lab-electron/
Science and technology played significant roles in the successful launch of Kineis' five satellites, as part of their space-and-astronomy project, marking a significant step towards their goal of providing global Internet of Things (IoT) coverage. With this latest deployment, Kineis is moving closer to transforming the way IoT devices communicate worldwide, opening up numerous possibilities for IoT applications across various industries.
