MORE TO LOSE
The Chinese stand to lose more than Hughes because the Long March has a spotty record while the HS-601 has proven reliability. Richards says insurers won't touch the rocket as long as questions remain about the January accident. "You could probably find some insurers that are willing to insure it...
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