NASA opens SpaceX moon lander contract to rivals amid Starship delays

NASA is opening its prestigious Artemis 3 moon landing contract to new bidders, including Blue Origin, due to delays with SpaceX's Starship. This move aims to ensure a timely return to the Moon amid intensifying international competition, particularly from China. The agency seeks accelerated proposals to maintain US leadership in space exploration.

NASA opens SpaceX moon lander contract to rivals amid Starship delays
NASA is opening its prestigious Artemis 3 moon landing contract to new bidders, including Blue Origin, due to delays with SpaceX's Starship. This move aims to ensure a timely return to the Moon amid intensifying international competition, particularly from China. The agency seeks accelerated proposals to maintain US leadership in space exploration.