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October 7, 2014 H-IIA launch vehicle No.25 with the Geostationary Meteorological Satellite (Himawari-8) onboard, Liftoff. Courtesy of MHI

Tanegashima Space Center, Japan - October 07, 2014

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched the H-IIA Launch Vehicle No. 25 (H-IIA F25) with the Geostationary Meteorological Satellite "Himawari-8" onboard at 2:16:00 p.m. on October 7, 2014 (Japan Standard Time, JST) from the Tanegashima Space Center.

October 7, 2014
H-IIA launch vehicle No.25 with the Geostationary Meteorological Satellite (Himawari-8) onboard, Liftoff.
Courtesy of MHI

The launch vehicle flew as planned, and, at about 27 minutes and 57 seconds after liftoff, the separation of the Himawari-8 was confirmed.

We would like to express our profound appreciation for the cooperation and support of all related personnel and organizations that helped contribute to the successful launch of the H-IIA F25.

October 7, 2014
H-IIA launch vehicle No.25 to arrive at launch pad.
Courtesy of MHI

At the time of the launch, the weather was fine, a wind speed was 8.5 meters/second from the northeast and the temperature was 24.6 degrees Celsius.


October 7, 2014 H-IIA launch vehicle No.25 on the way to launch pad. Courtesy of MHI

To a Future when Anyone Can Access Space

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has been Japan's main developer and manufacturer of Liquid fueled launch vehicles since the early phase of Japanese space development over 40 years ago.

The launch vehicle is a type of rocket used to transport payload into space to facilitate various observations by satellite and human activities in and around the international space station and moon.

September 28, 2014
The encapsulated Geostationary Meteorological Satellite (Himawari-8) was transported to the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB) and installed onto the H-IIA launch vehicle No.25.
Courtesy of MHI

MHI has supported the foundations of space development in Japan by providing secure space transportation systems and establishing space infrastructure.

To possess into own launch vehicle in Japan and to launch into our stallile at any time is very much important to the national security.

Japan and quality of life for its people.

September 22, 2014
Geostationary Meteorological Satellite (Himawari-8) was mated with the Payload Attach Fitting (PAF) at the Spacecraft and Fairing Assembly Building (SFA).
Courtesy of MHI

Substantial economic and technological affluence enable Japan to engage in space development and contribute to the world through achievements in space.

Another important role for Japan is to contribute to the progress of technology by developing leading-edge science and technology through space development.


August 17-18, 2014 Attached Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB-As) to H-IIA launch vehicle No.25. Courtesy of MHI

"MHI technologies" integrated into Space development

Launch vehicle development in Japan has come to a turning point. In the early stages our goal was to catch up technologically by importing world-class technologies from Europe and the United States.

Today, Japan's domestically produced launch vehicle, the H-II, goes toe-to-toe with the technologies of other leading space countries.

August 13, 2014
The second stage of H-IIA launch vehicle No.25 mating with the first stage.
Courtesy of MHI

We began offering commercial launch services with the H-IIA in 2007, and with the H-IIB in 2013, a competitive launch vehicle on par with other rivals in the world.

Schedule Assurance is one of our core strengths at MHI.

We execute our launches on schedule and send satellites into their target orbits with perfect accuracy.

Technology assures our performance.

August 13, 2014
H-IIA launch vehicle No.25, First stage VOS (Vehicle On Stand).
Courtesy of MHI

The space business requires a flawless integration of technological capabilities into large-scale systems.

A launch vehicle is made from hundreds of thousands of parts assembled together with flawless accuracy advance checks are essential for the development of launch vehicles.

A vehicle produced through one-shot manufacturing cannot be modified after firing.

MHI maintains stable launch vehicle quality by checking every component repeatedly and from multiple points of view.

August 12, 2014
H-IIA launch vehicle No.25 arrived at Shimama port in Tanegashima Island.
Courtesy of MHI

We are the only company capable of achieving and maintaining stable quality and consistent space development services from the first phases of engine and launch vehicle manufacture to the final phases of a launch campaign.

MHI technologies in dozens of fields, from launch vehicles to nuclear power, are integrated into space development.


Courtesy of MHI

Using Space in Easier Ways

In September 2009, the H-IIB Launch Vehicle Test Flight (H-IIB TF1) launched the technology demonstrator of the H-II Transfer Vehicle (HTV) into orbit.

Customers in the global satellite market responded with piqued interest all around the world.

Courtesy of MHI

We started commercial launch services of the H-IIB from the flight No.4 in 2013.

Satellite technologies are now polarizing into two directions: upsizing and downsizing.

Japan may have opportunities to develop a lunar base and manned missions in the future.

Courtesy of MHI

By 2020 we are preparing for making a plan complete the next-generation launch vehicle family after the H-IIA/H-IIB, a new lineup to meet the needs of the market around the world and contribute to space development at home.

The parts composing this next-generation launch vehicle family will be fully standardized.

Our objective is to ensure that more people can use space in easier ways.

We will help make space more accessible as a leader in space development.


Courtesy of JAXA

Company History

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has played an important role in the development and manufacturing of Japanese space transportation systems from early on.

MHI began providing launch services with the H-IIA for both commercial and government missions in 2007.

In 2013, the H-IIB was entered into commercial satellite launch services.

Notes HTV: Abbreviation of H-II Transfer Vehicle.
The HTV will carry supplies to the International Space Station (ISS).
Courtesy of MHI

We will continue leading development in the Japanese space industry while building up a successful record step by step.

Source: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.

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