Commercial Resupply Services (CRS)

Commercial Resupply Services (CRS) are contracts between NASA and private space companies to deliver supplies, equipment, and scientific experiments to the International Space Station (ISS). These services enable commercial companies to handle cargo transportation, making space logistics more cost-effective and efficient. CRS contracts encourage the development of reusable and innovative spacecraft, reducing dependency on government-operated vehicles. This partnership supports ongoing space research and station maintenance, fostering a sustainable and flexible approach to maintaining humans' presence in space.