# Blue Origin delays New Glenn rocket launch into January, FT reports

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/blue-origin-delays-new-glenn-rocket-launch-into-january-ft-reports/
- Published: 2026-11-05T18:23:35+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-05T18:34:22+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/blue-origin-delays-new-glenn-rocket-launch-january-ft-reports-6528466
- Topics: Space, Technology, World

## Key points

- New Glenn’s next launch is now expected in January 2027.
- A May explosion badly damaged its only launchpad.
- The delay affects a key launch provider for Amazon’s Leo satellites.

## Summary

Blue Origin has delayed New Glenn’s return to flight until January 2027, according to people familiar with the matter and an internal memo from CEO Dave Limp. The new date extends the grounding of the company’s flagship heavy-lift rocket after an explosion damaged its Florida launchpad in May.

The explosion happened days before New Glenn was due to carry Amazon satellites into orbit and badly damaged the company’s only launchpad. The 322-foot rocket has flown three times since its 2025 debut; Limp said summer weather had slowed repairs, though the Vehicle Access Tower and launch bridge have been restored. Amazon’s Leo satellite network, which aims to compete with SpaceX’s Starlink, relies on Blue Origin as a key launch provider.

## Coverage

- [CNA: Blue Origin delays New Glenn rocket launch into January, FT reports](https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/blue-origin-delays-new-glenn-rocket-launch-january-ft-reports-6528466)
- [CNBC: Blue Origin pushes launch to January 2027 as it races to rebuild damaged launch pad](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/11/05/blue-origin-launch-new-glenn.html)

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