Woofun AI reports that Rocket Lab will acquire Iridium Communications for approximately $8 billion, with completion targeted for mid-2027. Shareholders receive $54 per share in cash and stock, a 24.1% premium. The merger combines Rocket Lab’s launch services with Iridium’s L-band network and 2.5 million customers, creating a vertically integrated structure. Deutsche Bank and JPMorgan provided $3.6 billion in bridge loans for the cash portion.