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The Mars Progress Brief

The Mars Progress Brief is a free monthly email with what launched, what slipped and what’s next on the way to Mars. Sign up below; the first issue is planned for Nov 3, 2026.

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The Mars Progress Brief, usually once a month. Issues may include sponsored content or ads. We never sell or share your address. Unsubscribe any time. Privacy.

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What’s in each issue

What launchedEvery Mars-bound launch, landing and test flight of the month, with the result.
What slippedDates that moved, and why, in one line each.
What’s nextThe month ahead, with times in UTC.
One thing explainedA short, plain answer to a question readers ask.

Questions

When is the first issue?

Nov 3, 2026, is the plan. After that, each issue goes out on the 3rd of the month and covers the month before.

How often will it come?

Usually once a month, plus the odd extra issue when something big happens, like a launch.

Does the Brief have ads?

It may include clearly labeled sponsored content or ads, which help keep it free. Advertisers never get your email address: we never sell or share it.

How do I unsubscribe?

With the link at the foot of every issue. One click, and you’re off the list.

Will it be free?

Yes.

Sources

  1. Mars Progress — PrivacyPrimary · checked Oct 4, 2026