NASA selects Blue Origin to deliver lunar rovers for Moon base initiative
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NASA has selected Blue Origin to deliver crew-carrying rovers to the lunar surface as part of its initiative to establish a base near the moon's south pole. The Blue Moon Mark 1 lander will transport rovers built by Astrolab and Lunar Outpost, while Firefly Aerospace will deliver NASA's rocket-powered drones. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced the partnership, emphasizing America's return to the moon through commercial and international collaboration.
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We are working alongside our many international and commercial partners.
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