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The month of January saw a series of noteworthy launches. On January 6th, China successfully launched the Long March 3B, delivering a payload named Shuan into geostationary orbit. This satellite aims to demonstrate technology for servicing other satellites in orbit, an approach long employed by the US, marking China's entry into this domain.
Just a couple of days later, several Starlink missions took flight, reinforcing SpaceX's commitment to expanding their communication network. On January 10th, a Falcon 9 rocket successfully deployed 21 Starlink satellites as part of their ongoing efforts to enhance global internet coverage.