China is preparing to launch both cargo and crew missions to its Tiangong space station, as a new cargo freighter is tested in low-Earth orbit and new designs are revealed to expand the orbiting outpost.
Celebrating 70 years since the foundation of its space program this year, China is also advancing plans for deep space missions exploring the Moon and Mars, and is extending international involvement in the projects.
As one launcher potentially retires, new commercial vehicles advance towards their own debuts, and China moves closer to attempting its first booster catch.
