LUVMI-M: A Flexible Commercial Rover for the Moon
As part of its expanding commercial offerings, Space Applications Services has introduced LUVMI-M, a next-generation lunar rover designed to provide payload hosting and mobility services for a wide range of applications. With a 30kg payload capacity, LUVMI-M offers a flexible platform capable of transporting scientific instruments, technology demonstrations, and commercial payloads to various lunar locations.
Targeting a Q4 2027 mission, Space Applications Services will offer a turnkey lunar transport service, including mission control capabilities through its YAMCS system. Customers will have the option to operate their payloads independently or delegate full mission management to the company, providing an end-to-end solution for lunar surface activities.
LPSR: Developing Next-Generation Lunar Logistics for ESA
Alongside its commercial venture, Space Applications Services was recently selected as prime contractor for ESA’s Lunar Prospecting & Scouting Rover (LPSR), a flagship European mission aimed at advancing lunar surface logistics.
Designed to bridge the gap between small exploration rovers and large-scale logistics vehicles, LPSR will play a critical role in enabling sustainable human presence on the Moon. Scheduled for a 2030 mission, the rover will integrate high-speed mobility, autonomy, and advanced energy management technologies, including lunar night survival capabilities.
The project builds on the company’s extensive experience in lunar surface technologies and operations, drawing from previous and ongoing projects such as LUVMI, LUVMI-X, LUVMI-M, Alchemist, ECMS, and ArgoNET.
The LPSR programme is supported by a strong consortium of subcontractors, including Magellium, CFMS, CGI, TNI, University of Nancy, The Exploration Company, SCSDK, and Air Liquide.
Commitment to the Future of Lunar Exploration
By investing in both ESA-funded and commercial rover solutions, Space Applications Services is positioning itself at the forefront of the rapidly evolving lunar economy. The company aims to play a leading role in supplying the mobility infrastructure and operational services needed to support long-term lunar exploration.
As the next era of lunar missions moves from concept to reality, Space Applications Services is actively contributing to the foundations of sustainable, scalable lunar operations. With LUVMI-M and LPSR, the company is paving the way for a new generation of planetary mobility—bringing the Moon closer to science, industry, and exploration.
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Jeremi Gancet – Systems Department Manager
Jeremi.Gancet@spaceapplications.com
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Leslie Gale – Marketing & Business Development Manager
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