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Vast to complete Haven-1 primary structure in July 2025, ahead of target May 2026 launch date
- Vast is set to finish the Haven-1 space station primary structure by July 2025, ahead of the May 2026 launch date.
- The company aims to be the first commercial space station in history and has completed its primary structure and qualification article.
- Vast's CEO, Max Haot, mentioned progress in manufacturing the flight version at the 40th Space Symposium.
- NASA supports multiple commercial space station partners, including Vast, through an SAA to advance station modules.
- Vast's roadmap includes milestones from 2023 leading to the Haven-2 space station by 2028, aiming to succeed the ISS.
- Vast confirmed completion of key milestones such as Oxygen Pressurization Demonstration and Large Window Pressure Test.
- The company aims to test and complete the environmental campaign at NASA's Glenn Research Center early 2026.
- Vast plans to name the crew for Haven-1 soon and emphasizes a focus on science rather than tourism for crew members.
- Haven-1's design includes a comfortable, functional layout with nods to Apple's design philosophy for a space laboratory feel.
- Vast aligns with SpaceX for docking technology and partnerships with companies like Redwire Space and Yuri for space equipment.
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