Core Points - Blue Origin successfully launched its reusable "New Glenn" heavy-lift rocket on December 13 at 15:55 ET, carrying a NASA Mars probe from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida [1] - This marks the second flight of the "New Glenn" rocket, with successful recovery of the first stage and boosters, indicating significant progress in cost reduction for Blue Origin [1] - The first flight of "New Glenn" occurred in January, where the second stage successfully reached orbit, but the first stage exploded during its return to Earth [1] - The second launch was initially planned for "late spring" but faced multiple delays [1]

Core Insights - Elon Musk announced that after the successful testing of the latest Starship, SpaceX is preparing to launch a larger version of the rocket, which will be fully reusable by next year [1] - The new Starship will be capable of carrying over 100 tons of payload into orbit [1] - SpaceX plans to utilize Starlink satellites to provide services for users' mobile phones and other devices, with availability expected in about two years [1]

Core Insights - The Long March 9 rocket, a new generation heavy-lift launch vehicle, is being developed in China for essential missions such as crewed lunar landings and Mars sample return [1] - The reusable configuration of the Long March 9 is planned for its first flight in 2030, while a fully reusable version is expected to launch between 2033 and 2035 [1] Industry Developments - The Long March 9 is referred to as the "strongman" among rockets, highlighting its significant role in future space exploration missions [1] - The focus on reusability indicates a shift towards more sustainable and cost-effective space launch solutions within the industry [1]