NASA targets permanent human living by 2032 at sprawling city-sized moon base

NASA updated its Moon Base program, envisioning a long-term settlement near the lunar south pole that could grow to hundreds of square miles.

The plan is tied to Artemis missions and aims to support sustained human operations on the Moon as a stepping stone to Mars.

NASA also announced new contracts and milestones with Blue Origin, Astrobotic, and Astrolab to advance landers, logistics, and surface systems.

The effort underscores a shift from brief lunar visits to a permanent human presence built with public-private partnerships.