China's Pioneering Offshore Rocket Recovery and Reuse Base Takes Root in Hangzhou
2025-12-03 / Read about 0 minute
Author:小编   

Jianyuan Space Technology's production, testing, final assembly, and inspection base for medium-to-large liquid-propelled carrier rockets has been officially inaugurated in Hangzhou's Qiantang District. This state-of-the-art facility is a comprehensive hub that integrates rocket recovery and reuse operations, rigorous inspection and testing protocols, as well as advanced production and manufacturing processes. The project has seen a substantial total investment of 5.2 billion yuan, with the initial phase covering a planned land area of 108 acres.

Once fully operational, the base will boast an impressive annual manufacturing capacity of 25 Yuanxingzhe-1 rockets. Moreover, it will streamline the post-recovery process, enabling swift inspection, repair, and subsequent reuse of rockets. Jianyuan Space Technology has embraced an innovative 'stainless steel + liquid oxygen methane' propulsion solution. Its flagship product, the Yuanxingzhe-1 rocket, is engineered for an unprecedented 20 reuses, marking a significant leap in rocket technology.

This year has been a milestone for the company, with notable achievements. In May, Jianyuan Space Technology successfully executed its inaugural offshore flight recovery test of a verification rocket, a testament to its technical prowess. Building on this success, in July, the company conducted a joint swing hot-fire test of the splashdown recovery engine and control system. This test not only validated the performance of these critical components but also successfully achieved a closed-loop verification of the entire launch-recovery process, solidifying Jianyuan Space Technology's position at the forefront of aerospace innovation.