Blue Origin Announces 10% Workforce Reduction Post-New Glenn Launch

Blue Origin will cut 10% of its workforce, impacting about 1,000 employees, following the successful launch of its New Glenn rocket.

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Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos' aerospace company, is reducing its workforce by 10%, affecting about 1,000 employees, shortly after its New Glenn rocket's successful orbital debut. CEO Dave Limp highlighted that rapid expansion led to increased bureaucracy, prompting the layoffs aimed at enhancing manufacturing efficiency and launch frequency. The cuts will primarily impact engineering, R&D, and management roles. Despite the reductions, Blue Origin intends to recruit for critical positions and remains committed to NASA contracts, with plans to ramp up operations and support lunar missions. Limp expressed optimism for the company's future and ongoing investments.

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