The Zhitong Finance App learned that Rocket Lab (RKLB.US) expects its proposed acquisition of Iridium Communications (IRDM.US) to double the size of the company “overnight.” As the space company prepares to use this deal as a springboard to further expand its orbital applications and constellation business, its broader expansion plans are also underway.

The Zhitong Finance App learned that Rocket Lab (RKLB.US) expects its proposed acquisition of Iridium Communications (IRDM.US) to double the size of the company “overnight.” As the space company prepares to use this deal as a springboard to further expand its orbital applications and constellation business, its broader expansion plans are also underway.