SpaceX

Starship could accelerate the industrialization of space and, according to a report, enable orbital manufacturing and repatriation of research materials. SpaceX's Starfall mission with Space Cargo has already won a European customer and plans to return up to one tonne of material in 2028; almost half of the interested parties come from life sciences and biotech. Investors are now focusing on companies that could supply equipment and components for space manufacturing. » Mere på finanzen.net

SpaceX launched the Dragon “Grace” capsule on an eight‑hour express flight that docked with the International Space Station, setting a US record for fastest trip to the outpost. The mission, Crew‑13, was commanded by Jessica Watkins, the first Black woman to lead a crew to orbit, and carries three crewmates who will stay at the ISS for about six months. The launch followed a three‑week delay to repair a leaking Dragon fuel system and replaces four astronauts who have been aboard since February. » Mere på theguardian.com

Four astronauts from 'Crew 13' launched aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon from Cape Canaveral to the International Space Station; docking is scheduled about eight hours after liftoff, and the crew will stay for roughly six months. For three crew members it is their first flight; Jessica Watkins is flying for the second time. The SpaceX share listed on Nasdaq dipped temporarily and was trading about 0.77 percent lower. » Mere på finanzen.net