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NASA • Jennifer M Dooren

NASA and DOE to develop lunar surface nuclear reactor, targeting 2030 deployment

NASA and the U.S. Department of Energy have renewed an interagency partnership to design and deploy a nuclear fission reactor on the lunar surface by 2030. The reactor is intended to provide continuous high‑power electricity to enable sustained science, infrastructure and longer‑duration surface operations.

Also: Space.com and miragenews.com
2026-01-13T13:05:32.845586-08:00
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Via Satellite • Rachel Jewett

Intuitive Machines Completes Acquisition of Lanteris (formerly Maxar Space Systems), Positioning Itself as a Vertically Integrated Space Prime

By Via Satellite: Intuitive Machines has completed the acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems, formerly known as Maxar Space Systems. By acquiring a spacecraft manufacturer, Intuitive Machines says this positions the company as a vertically integrated space prime.

Also: investors.intuitivemachines.com and aeromorning.com
2026-01-13T13:25:40.922761-08:00