Russia has successfully launched the Progress MS-30 cargo spacecraft to resupply the International Space Station (ISS). The launch took place on February 28, 2025, from the Baikonur space center in Kazakhstan and is expected to dock with the ISS on Sunday.

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• Russia launched the Progress MS-30 cargo spacecraft to resupply the ISS.
• The spacecraft was launched using the Soyuz-2.1a rocket from Baikonur space center in Kazakhstan.
• Lift-off occurred at 00:24 a.m. Moscow time on Friday (2124 GMT Thursday).
• The spacecraft is scheduled to dock with the Zvezda module of the ISS in two days.
• Progress MS-30 is carrying 2,599 kg of cargo for the ISS.
• This includes 1,179 kg of equipment, clothing, food supplies, medical and hygiene products.
• The spacecraft also carries 950 kg of fuel for station refueling and 420 liters of drinking water.
• 50 kg of nitrogen will replenish the ISS atmosphere.
• A key delivery is the new Orlan-MKS No. 6 spacesuit designed for spacewalks.
• The spacesuit features enhanced durability, an advanced cooling system, and an upgraded display system.