Blue Origin

Experience the latest update on Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch. Originally planned for October 2024, the mission has been pushed back to spring 2025 due to cost and technical challenges with de-fueling the satellites. The decision to delay comes as no surprise, considering the risks involved in a new rocket's first flight. Blue Origin's CEO acknowledges the need for more work before launch, and recent reports reveal testing failures. The November launch will feature Blue Ring technology and serve as the first certification flight under the Space Force's NSSL program. While disappointing, the delay prioritizes safety and allows for further testing and improvements.

Discover NASA's new approach to Mars exploration as they actively seek commercial support for future missions. Learn about the dozen research tasks awarded to private companies and their focus areas, including payload delivery, imaging, and communications. Find out how these studies will help NASA assess the viability of commercial technologies and potentially speed up development processes. Explore the selection of companies and the similarities to NASA's successful Commercial Lunar Payload Services program. This forward-thinking strategy has the potential to revolutionize Mars exploration and lead to exciting discoveries.