China Long March 12 Rocket Launches Nine GuoWang Internet Satellites in Hainan
China launched a Long March-12 carrier rocket from the Wenchang Commercial Space Launch Site on the southern island province of Hainan on Monday, November 9, 2026 at 4:24am China Standard Time, sending a batch of nine Internet satellites to their designated orbits. The payloads are the 29th group of GuoWang low-orbit Internet satellites.
GuoWang satellites weigh about 695 kilograms each and utilize electric propulsion systems to maneuver in orbit, powered by two solar panels.
The GuoWang constellation is operated by China Satellite Network Group, a state-owned enterprise backed by the Chinese government. China Satellite Network Group plans to provide worldwide Internet connectivity services through the constellation. At present, domestic usage trials and agreements are taking place ahead of a general rollout starting in China.
This mission was the 10th launch of a Long March 12 vehicle, the 12th launch of the Shanghai Academy of Spaceflight Technology-supported Long March 12 series, the 282nd Long March vehicle from the Shanghai Academy of Spaceflight Technology, and the 676th launch of the Long March launch vehicle series. This was also the 80th launch from China in 2026.
Article Credit: Jack C.
Release Date: Nov. 9, 2026
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