NASA will say goodbye to the International Space Station in 2030 − and welcome in the age of commercial space stations

NASA has announced that the International Space Station (ISS) will be deorbited in 2030, marking the end of an era for this iconic space laboratory. The ISS will be guided into a remote area of the Pacific Ocean, a decision that reflects the agency's shift towards supporting commercial space stations. This transition is significant as it opens the door for private companies to take the lead in low Earth orbit activities, potentially revolutionizing space exploration and research.