Commercial Space
The era of commercial space stations is set to begin in 2026, as private companies prepare to launch their own orbital outposts following the planned retirement of the International Space Station. These ventures aim to fill the gap left by the ISS and foster a new economy in low Earth orbit. Experts anticipate innovation and cost reductions driven by competition among providers.
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Peter Beck, CEO of Rocket Lab, shared insights in a recent interview about the company's achievements, upcoming Neutron rocket challenges, and visions for affordable space exploration. He highlighted Electron's record 17 launches this year and praised Blue Origin's New Glenn success. Beck emphasized the need for commercial innovation in NASA science missions to engage the public.