Reusable Rockets
ESA awards Italian firm nearly 50 million euros for mini Starship design
September 30, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI
The European Space Agency has contracted an Italian company to develop a preliminary design for a small reusable rocket inspired by SpaceX's Starship. The deal, worth nearly 50 million euros, aims to bolster Europe's independent space access. This initiative reflects ongoing efforts to create cost-effective launch capabilities.
Blue Origin plans New Glenn booster landing for moon reuse
October 03, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI
Blue Origin has announced intentions to land and catch the first stage booster of its New Glenn rocket during its next launch, aiming to reuse it for future lunar missions. This move is part of broader efforts to advance reusable rocketry amid the intensifying US-China space race. The company sees this as a key step toward more cost-effective deep space exploration.