SMRTR TechOct 21, 2025The Register

SpaceX is behind schedule, so NASA will open Artemis III contract to competition

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NASA reopened the Artemis III lunar landing contract to competition after admitting SpaceX is behind schedule on developing the Human Landing System, with Acting Administrator citing pressure to beat China. The Moon landing deadline has been pushed to late 2028 or early 2029, potentially allowing Blue Origin and other companies to compete alongside SpaceX for the mission.

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