Mitsubishi Heavy taps automation to halve costs of new H3 rocket

Japanese company seeks edge over SpaceX and others in space business

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Japan's next-generation H3 rocket is scheduled to make its maiden launch next fiscal year. © JAXA and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

NAOKI WATANABE, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has enhanced automation in the manufacturing of the country's next-generation rocket, looking to slash production costs by half and boost global competitiveness.

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