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Leo Station
Space Station

Continuous human presence in low-Earth orbit.
Built for research, manufacturing,
and commercial operations.

Explore Space Station
Height
17m tall
Width
7.7m wide
Crew Capacity
4 continuous · 8 during handover
Docking & Robotics
Three docking ports
MDA SKYMAKER™ robotic arm
Bishop science airlock
Power & Propulsion
Continuous power generation, thermal control, and station propulsion

Payload
Laboratory

Integrated internal and external platforms
for scientific and commercial research.

Explore Payload Laboratory
Internal Payload Laboratory (IPL)
13 Internal Payload Platforms on two decks, with a total capacity of 130 MDLEs. Modular, scalable power, thermal control, and high-speed data networks support research.
External Payload Laboratory (EPL)
Two External Payload Platforms support nine payloads each. Robotic installation via SKYMAKER™ and airlock systems.
Our
Mission
Detailed model of a spacecraft in orbit, labeled Leo Station.
Leo Station
Unleashing the Next Generation of Space Destinations

Our mission is to design, build, and operate a next-generation commercial space station that advances microgravity research, enables commercial innovation, supports international collaboration, and strengthens the low-Earth orbit economy.

Careers
Our Team
Based in Houston, Globally Oriented

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Leo Station is a state-of-the-art space station designed to facilitate groundbreaking research and innovation.

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The Future of Space Habitation

Leo Station is designed to support continuous human presence in low-Earth orbit. With a modular architecture, advanced life support systems, and state-of-the-art research facilities, we enable scientific discovery and commercial innovation at scale.

Our station features a spacious interior, panoramic observation decks, and cutting-edge laboratories — all built to foster collaboration and push the boundaries of what's possible in space.

Key Specifications

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Structure

17m tall · 7.7m wide · Modular design with expandable capabilities.

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Crew

4 continuous crew · 8 during handover · 360° observation cupola.

Power

Continuous power generation with advanced thermal control and propulsion systems.

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Robotics

MDA SKYMAKER™ robotic arm · Bishop science airlock · Three docking ports.

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Research

13 internal payload platforms · 2 external platforms · 130 MDLE capacity.

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Orbit

Low-Earth orbit · 51.6° inclination · 400 km altitude.

Internal Payload Laboratory (IPL)

13 Internal Payload Platforms on two decks, with a total capacity of 130 MDLEs. Modular, scalable power, thermal control, and high-speed data networks support a wide range of research disciplines.

External Payload Laboratory (EPL)

Two External Payload Platforms support nine payloads each. Robotic installation via SKYMAKER™ and airlock systems enable exposed experiments in the space environment.

Payload Capabilities

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Life Sciences

Biology, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical research in microgravity.

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Materials Science

Advanced materials, alloys, and crystal growth experiments.

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Technology Demo

Testing new hardware, sensors, and systems in the space environment.

A Platform for Discovery

Leo Station offers a unique environment for research that cannot be replicated on Earth. Microgravity enables fundamental physics, biology, and materials science experiments that lead to breakthrough discoveries.

Our research capabilities include: fluid physics, combustion science, protein crystallization, cell biology, and more.

Research Areas

  • • Microgravity Physics
  • • Astrobiology & Life Sciences
  • • Materials & Nanotechnology
  • • Earth Observation & Remote Sensing
  • • Space Medicine & Human Health
  • • Commercial Manufacturing in Space

Partnership Opportunities

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Academic Research

Collaborate with universities and research institutions worldwide.

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Commercial R&D

Partner with industry leaders to develop products and technologies.

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International Collaboration

Work with space agencies and global partners on joint missions.

Press Release

Space LiinTech Reserves Payload Space Aboard Leo Station

AI-driven pharmaceutical research in microgravity.

Press Release

DLR and Leo Station Sign Agreement

Advancing German research on next-generation commercial space station.

Press Release

Leo Station and 1789 Capital Announce Strategic Investment

Partnership to accelerate commercial space innovation.

Press Release

Leo Station Signs Agreement with Rhodium Scientific

Space biotechnology services and payload integration.

Press Release

Plastron Group and Leo Station Enter Agreement

Advancing life sciences research and biomanufacturing in microgravity.

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Our Story

Leo Station is a pioneering space technology company dedicated to building a future for humanity in space and on Earth. With over 35 years of spaceflight heritage and more than 2,000 successful customer missions, we are powering the commercial space revolution.

Our team brings together the brightest minds in aerospace engineering, life sciences, robotics, and business innovation. We are based in Houston, Texas — the heart of human spaceflight — with partners and operations around the globe.

Our Values

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Innovation

Pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space technology and research.

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Collaboration

Working with partners worldwide to achieve shared goals in space exploration.

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Sustainability

Building a sustainable future for commercial space operations and beyond.

Leadership

CEO

Dr. Elena Vance

Former NASA mission director, 25 years in space operations.

CTO

Dr. Marcus Chen

Expert in space robotics and autonomous systems.

COO

Sarah Okonkwo

Former SpaceX program manager, commercial space operations.

Get in Touch

Address
2100 Space Center Drive, Suite 200
Houston, TX 77058, USA
Phone
+1 (281) 555-0199
Email
info@leostation.space
Business Hours
Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM CST

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