The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is partnering with Blue Origin, Northrop Grumman, and Spacebilt to revolutionize in-space logistics and mobility far beyond low Earth orbit. By leveraging commercial technologies like the Blue Ring platform, advanced refueling modules, and mass-manufacturable STARcraft vehicles, this collaboration provides the Department of Defense with cost-effective, responsive access to geostationary and exotic orbits.
Category: Contract Awards
DIU Orbital Logistics Awardees Move to Prototyping
The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is pushing the boundaries of deep space logistics by partnering with heavyweights Blue Origin, Northrop Grumman, and Spacebilt. Together, they are developing cutting-edge prototypes designed to provide fast, affordable, and reliable access to orbits far beyond our current reach in low-Earth orbit.