Number of SpaceX Orbital Space Launches

SpaceX is expected to maintain a strong launch cadence with the anticipation of more Starlink satellites greenlit for operation. The commercial operation of Starship is expected to be a key driver for turning the SpaceX Starlink network into a profitable venture; however, it is unclear that improved launch economics will be in favor of other operators as SpaceX sets a price to launch above its internal costs.

Over 42% of the total orbital launches in 2024 belong to SpaceX, and Starship super-heavy launch vehicle (150 tons to LEO) reached 5 launches during the year—bringing fully reusable (first and second stage recoverable) super heavy-lift launch vehicles closer to reality.