The first commercial space station, Haven-1, is now undergoing assembly for launch

Ars Technica reports on the progress of Vast Space's Haven-1, the first commercial space station, which is undergoing assembly for a launch in Q1 2027. Vast Space has completed the primary structure and is integrating systems, with a test campaign planned for the end of the year. Haven-1 will initially launch uncrewed to ensure functionality before a crew is sent up. Vast Space is negotiating crew options and is aiming for a continuous human presence in low-Earth orbit by the end of 2030.