Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos in 2000, is an American aerospace manufacturer, defense contractor, launch service provider, and space technologies company. Headquartered in Kent, Washington, it focuses on developing rocket engines, spacecraft, satellites, and heavy-lift launch vehicles. Blue Origin is recognized for its New Shepard suborbital launch vehicle, designed for space tourism. The company has gained attention for its reusable rocket technology, notably demonstrated in the New Shepard program. It is currently developing the New Glenn heavy-lift launch vehicle and the Blue Moon lunar lander.

Blue Origin

American aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos, specializing in reusable rockets and space technologies.

The New Shepard, developed by Blue Origin, is a fully reusable suborbital launch vehicle designed for space tourism. It consists of a booster rocket and a crew capsule, capable of carrying up to six passengers or cargo above the Kármán line, the edge of space. The booster lands vertically, and the capsule descends via parachutes, allowing for repeated use. New Shepard has a strong track record of successful launches and landings, playing a significant role in commercial spaceflight and research.

New Shepard

Blue Origin’s reusable suborbital rocket, designed for space tourism and research missions above the Kármán line.

New Shepard Launch Schedule