International Space Station marks 25 years of nonstop human presence in orbit
Summary
The International Space Station (ISS) has been continuously inhabited for 25 years. Since November 2, 2000, nearly 300 people from 26 countries have visited the station. NASA plans to work with private companies to build new space stations as the ISS approaches retirement.Key Facts
- The International Space Station has been continuously occupied for 25 years as of November 2, 2025.
- The first full-time residents of the ISS arrived in November 2000.
- Almost 300 people from 26 countries have visited the station.
- Currently, seven people are aboard, representing the U.S., Russia, and Japan.
- Relations between U.S. and Russian space agencies remain cooperative despite national tensions.
- The ISS has experienced challenges, including spacewalker safety issues, docking problems, and air leaks.
- The station will retire in five years, and NASA is looking to private companies to develop new stations.
- Station amenities have improved, though there are still no showers, and laundry is not possible.
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