NASA to outline lunar base strategy and lander awards in June press conference
The US space agency will host a virtual briefing on Tuesday, 30 June, to detail the next phase of its lunar infrastructure plans and announce new contracts for landing missions.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and Lunar Base Program Director Carlos García-Galán will host a virtual press conference on Tuesday, 30 June, at 2:30 p.m. EDT. The event will focus on the latest developments in the agency’s plans to establish a permanent base on the lunar surface, marking a significant step in its long-term exploration strategy.
The briefing will cover the next round of awards for new lunar lander missions, providing an update on the hardware and partnerships required to support sustained human presence on the Moon. Isaacman and García-Galán will also outline upcoming opportunities for commercial and scientific engagement as the agency advances its infrastructure goals.
The Lunar Base Program is described as a long-term initiative designed to support sustained human activity and expand scientific and commercial operations on the lunar surface. This effort is part of NASA’s broader strategy to send astronauts on increasingly complex missions to explore the Moon for scientific discovery and economic benefit, while laying the groundwork for future crewed missions to Mars.
The press conference will be streamed live on NASA’s YouTube channel in English. An instant replay will be available online following the event. Media organisations are encouraged to review the agency’s media accreditation policies, which are available on its website.
Journalists wishing to submit questions virtually during the broadcast must confirm their attendance by 12:30 p.m. EDT on 30 June. Inquiries should be directed to [email protected]. The event is framed by the agency as part of an “age of innovation and exploration,” emphasising the transition from short-term visits to a permanent lunar presence.
