China carried out the country's first seaborne space launch on Wednesday, June 5, from a platform in the Yellow Sea, opening a new chapter in its space industry. /VCG Photo

A Long March 11 solid-propellant carrier rocket blasted off at 12:06 p.m. Beijing time from a mobile launch platform – a modified submersible craft – in the Yellow Sea off the eastern province of Shandong. /VCG Photo

It sent seven satellites into orbit about 600 kilometers above the Earth, showcasing China’s mastery of the technologies and capabilities. /VCG Photo

With this first seaborne space launch in the world in five years, China is striving to expand its launch service portfolio and promote its carrier rockets to more countries, especially those wishing to have their own affordable satellite networks. /VCG Photo