Verified Nov 2026
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Reims, Grand Est
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Since 2019
Latitude is a French aerospace company headquartered in Reims, in the Grand Est region, and founded in 2019. It designs, produces, and launches dedicated light space launchers for small satellite operators. Its main product is the Zephyr, a 19-meter light launcher designed to carry up to 200 kg to Low Earth Orbit, with a new configuration expected by 2028. The company employs an estimated 200 to 500 people and serves the automotive, aerospace, electric vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. Its clients reportedly include the French State and CNES.
Latitude at a glance
Revenue
$10-50M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
2019
Headquarters
Reims, Grand Est
Certifications
AS9100 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap
Import activity
11241
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Industrial Equipment
Aerospace
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
11241
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Belgium · Italy · Portugal · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Latitude.
What this tells a buyer
Latitude announced a new factory in Reims in July 2025, which was reported to be built on the former AstraZeneca site and to create around 160 jobs.
The company holds AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap certifications, and its Zephyr launcher is designed for dedicated launches of small satellites.
Latitude is a privately held company with an estimated annual revenue band of $10 to 50 million, and it is reported to serve the French State and CNES.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
7 years in operation (founded 2019).
Holds AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Latitude is a French aerospace company headquartered in Reims, in the Grand Est region, and founded in 2019. It designs, produces, and launches dedicated light space launchers for small satellite operators. Its main product is the Zephyr, a 19-meter light launcher designed to carry up to 200 kg to Low Earth Orbit, with a new configuration expected by 2028. The company employs an estimated 200 to 500 people and serves the automotive, aerospace, electric vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. Its clients reportedly include the French State and CNES.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2019 |
Headquarters | Reims, Grand Est |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $10-50M (estimated) |
Certifications | AS9100 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap |
What Latitude makes
The company holds AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap certifications, and its Zephyr launcher is designed for dedicated launches of small satellites.
Certifications
Latitude is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — usinedefrance.fr
ISO 9001 — usinedefrance.fr
Nadcap — usinedefrance.fr
Trade and customs footprint
Latitude announced a new factory in Reims in July 2025, which was reported to be built on the former AstraZeneca site and to create around 160 jobs. US customs bill-of-lading records list 11241 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Belgium · Italy · Portugal · Netherlands.
Latest developments
2026-08-04 — Leading what's next. Welcoming Philippe Trillat. | Latitude (linkedin.com)
2026-07-29 — Latitude, propulseur d'une filière spatiale champenoise ? (matot-braine.fr)
2026-07-01 — Latitude Archives - European Spaceflight (europeanspaceflight.com)
2025-07-02 — Latitude announces new factory and contracts for Zephyr small launcher - SpaceNews (spacenews.com)
2025-07-01 — La start-up Latitude va produire ses fusées sur l'ancien site d'AstraZeneca à Reims : 160 emplois à la clé - ICI (ici.fr)
2025-06-18 — La start-up rémoise Latitude annonce deux contrats et trois accords au salon du Bourget (lunion.fr)
Facilities
Latitude is headquartered in Reims, Grand Est. Public sources also reference these locations:
France — spacebandits.io
Company details
Latitude is a privately held company with an estimated annual revenue band of $10 to 50 million, and it is reported to serve the French State and CNES. Latitude was founded in 2019, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Reims, Grand Est. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 7 years in operation (founded 2019). Holds AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Latitude do?
Latitude is a French aerospace company headquartered in Reims, in the Grand Est region, and founded in 2019. It designs, produces, and launches dedicated light space launchers for small satellite operators. Its main product is the Zephyr, a 19-meter light launcher designed to carry up to 200 kg to Low Earth Orbit, with a new configuration expected by 2028. The company employs an estimated 200 to 500 people and serves the automotive, aerospace, electric vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. Its clients reportedly include the French State and CNES.
Where is Latitude headquartered?
Latitude is headquartered in Reims, Grand Est (7 Rue Rosa Luxemburg, Reims, Grand Est, 51100).
When was Latitude founded?
Latitude was founded in 2019.
How big is Latitude?
Latitude has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $10-50M range (estimated).
What certifications does Latitude hold?
Latitude lists AS9100 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Latitude import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 11241 inbound shipments for Latitude, with top origins including Belgium · Italy · Portugal · Netherlands.
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