Tokyo-based ispace's Series 2 lunar lander will be built in the United States, a decision that will allow ispace to compete for NASA lunar cargo-delivery contracts.

The Tokyo-based ispace unveiled the design of the lander at the 36th Space Symposium Aug. 23. The lander, being developed by the company’s U.S. office in Denver, will fly as soon as 2024 on the company’s third mission to the moon.

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