South Korea confirms November 27 for its fourth Nuri rocket launch, the first since its space agency was established.
SEOUL: The Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) has officially announced that the fourth launch of its homegrown Nuri space rocket is scheduled for 27 November 2025, marking a major milestone in the country’s growing space ambitions. This mission will be the first under the newly established national space agency, signalling a new chapter in South Korea’s aerospace development.
The Nuri, officially named the Korea Space Launch Vehicle II (KSLV-II), will lift off from the Naro Space Centre in Goheung, a southern coastal village. The scheduled launch window is between 12:54 am and 1:14 am, with the final timing to be confirmed a day prior. A backup launch period has been set from 28 November to 4 December, in case of unforeseen circumstances.
In addition to a primary payload, the rocket will carry 12 smaller satellites, which are expected to be delivered to the launch centre by the end of October. These satellites are designed to serve a variety of research and communication purposes.
“This launch will be the first since the establishment of the space agency,” said KASA Administrator Yoon Young-bin. “We will ensure flawless preparation and work as one team to achieve success.”
The previous launches of the Nuri rocket have steadily built South Korea’s credibility in space exploration and satellite deployment. With this upcoming launch, the nation moves closer to its vision of becoming a key player in the global space sector, aiming for future moon missions and deeper space exploration.
