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Who will launch without Falcon 9? Four U.S. space companies race to develop next-generation rockets

Concerns are growing about a shortage of medium-lift rockets in the U.S. launch market as SpaceX reduces new commercial contracts for its Falcon 9. Ars Technica reported that SpaceX could start phasing down Falcon 9 commercial launch services as early as 2028. With alternatives limited and new rockets yet to fly, satellite operators face uncertainty. Stoke Space, Relativity Space, Rocket Lab and Firefly Aerospace are developing next-generation vehicles, with first launches expected from 2027 onward.

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Blue Origin expands Florida facilities to increase New Glenn launches despite rocket explosion

Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, is expanding production facilities and launch infrastructure in Florida to increase the number of launches of its heavy-lift reusable New Glenn rocket. It plans to add two dedicated launch pads at Cape Canaveral, restore the existing LC-36A pad and build LC-36B. The company will invest $330 million to expand its Rocket Park campus near Kennedy Space Center and aims to raise the annual launch limit for LC-36 to 50 from 12.

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SpaceX moves to withdraw Dragon, Falcon 9 crewed missions after 2030, widening NASA low Earth orbit gap

SpaceX has told NASA it plans to stop low Earth orbit crewed missions using Crew Dragon and Falcon 9 after 2030, while supporting the International Space Station through 2030. The move could disrupt NASA’s low Earth orbit commercialisation plans and complicate transport for private space stations. NASA has limited ability to compel flights beyond contract obligations. NASA may have to rely more on Boeing’s Starliner, despite higher costs and a limited operating record.