Haven-1: The First Private Space Station Launching in 2026

Vast Space Prepares to Launch Haven-1, World’s First Private Space Station

Vast Space is set to revolutionize space habitation with Haven-1, the world’s first privately owned space station, launching in 2026. This single-module habitat will be carried on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, hosting four astronauts for 10-day missions.

Haven-1’s Features:

• Interior Space: 45 cubic meters, roughly the size of a tour bus
• Crew Quarters: Four small quarters and lockers for science gear
• Common Area: Space for dining and experiments
• Life Support: Proven shuttle-era technology with an “open-loop” design
• Domed Window: 1.1-meter window for expansive views

Launch and Testing:

• Launch Date: Scheduled for spring 2026 on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket
• Testing: NASA supports system testing, including vibration and thermal-vacuum tests at Glenn Research Center
• Air Filter System: Validated by NASA in 2012 to scrub toxins from the atmosphere

Future Plans:

• Haven-2: A larger, modular station designed to replace the International Space Station by 2030
• Commercial LEO Destination: Vast Space aims to win NASA’s contract for commercial space stations