Aerospace startup Vast Space, founded by Ripple co-founder Jed McCaleb, has unveiled its ambitious plans for a successor to the International Space Station (ISS). This groundbreaking initiative positions Vast Space alongside other notable space ventures, such as Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, in the pursuit of advancement in space technology and research.
The newly envisioned station, named 'Haven-2,' is designed to operate as a specialized laboratory situated within low Earth orbit. It aims to facilitate microgravity research for tourists while also serving as a destination for astronauts dispatched by NASA's international partners. Vast Space has set an ambitious goal of launching and making the first module of 'Haven-2' fully operational by 2028.
This timeline is strategically planned to precede the ISS's anticipated retirement and deorbiting scheduled for 2031. Max Haot, the CEO of Vast Space, highlighted the company's aggressive timeline and dynamic strategy as key components that will enable them to disrupt the current industry landscape, thereby securing a significant competitive edge in the burgeoning space sector..