Latitude, formerly known as Venture Orbital Systems, is a French start-up based in Reims. The company is developing the Zephyr launcher and its own 3D-printed engine, Navier, to offer orbital launch services tailored to small satellites.
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Agency TypeFrench private orbital launch startup 1 Founded Year Headquarters HeadAurélie Bressollette (Chief Executive Officer) 2 Annual BudgetPrivately held; no annual revenue disclosed. Raised 30 million dollars in January 2024 and a further 15 million euro award from the French government in June 2024. 1 In the Other Atlases
- Also in Geography Atlas: France, located there.
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1. Wikipedia (space and spaceflight articles)
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Latitude is a French start-up based in Reims.
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Latitude is a French start-up based in Reims.
Timeline section, sentence 1
The company was founded in 2020 and is located in Reims.
Timeline section, funding sentences
In January 2024, the company has raised $30 million for producing its rockets. In June 2024, Latitude has been awarded €15 million by the French government.
View the Source 2. European Spaceflight: Latitude Names New CEO
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Stanislas Maximin will transition to an executive chairman role, while industry veteran Aurélie Bressollette steps in as the new CEO.
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