NASA reveals more on its moon base plans — and it seems the astronauts might have to assemble it all themselves, like a load of IKEA furniture
NASA has announced new plans for a lunar base, which will involve astronauts assembling infrastructure on the Moon. The agency has secured contracts with commercial companies for lunar rovers and cargo landers. The first missions are set to begin in the coming years, with the goal of establishing a permanent presence at the lunar South Pole.
- ▪NASA revealed its plans for a lunar base that astronauts will help assemble.
- ▪Contracts have been awarded to companies like Blue Origin and Astrobotic for lunar missions.
- ▪The first Moon Base missions are scheduled to start in fall 2026, targeting the lunar South Pole.
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Pro NASA reveals more on its moon base plans — and it seems the astronauts might have to assemble it all themselves, like a load of IKEA furniture News By Efosa Udinmwen published 29 May 2026 NASA bets nearly a billion dollars on a lunar economy that exists only in plans for now When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: ahundt / Pixabay) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter NASA unveils multiple Moon missions targeting South Pole developmentCommercial companies secure major contracts for lunar surface systemsBlue Origin, Astrobotic, Astrolab, and Lunar…
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