Core Points - Rocket Lab Corporation is expediting a dedicated Electron mission for the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), scheduled to launch on December 11, 2025 [1][2] - The mission, named 'Bridging The Swarm', will deploy the NEONSAT-1A satellite, which is part of a constellation aimed at monitoring natural disasters along the Korean Peninsula [4][5] - Rocket Lab's operational efficiency is highlighted by the rescheduling of this launch, which is part of a growing number of missions, exceeding the company's 2024 target of 16 launches [3][4] Upcoming Launch Details - Mission name: Bridging The Swarm - Launch Window Open: December 11, 2025, at 1:45 PM NZDT (00:45 UTC) - Customer: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) - Launch Site: Launch Complex 1, New Zealand [4] - Mission name: RAISE and Shine - Launch Window Open: no earlier than December 13, 2025, at 4:00 PM NZDT (03:00 UTC) - Customer: Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) - Launch Site: Launch Complex 1, New Zealand [4][7] NEONSAT Program Overview - The NEONSAT program involves collaboration among multiple Korean institutions, including SaTReC, Satrec Initiative, and Korea Aerospace Research Institute, with funding from the Korean government's Ministry of Science and ICT [6] - The NEONSAT-1A satellite will validate advanced capabilities and operational utility, contributing to the formation of a satellite constellation [5][6] JAXA Collaboration - The 'RAISE and Shine' mission will deploy JAXA's RAISE-4 spacecraft, demonstrating eight technologies developed by various Japanese entities [7] - This mission marks the first of two dedicated launches for JAXA's Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration Program, emphasizing Rocket Lab's role in providing reliable access to space for international agencies [7]