SpaceX names Japanese businessman as first private passenger to the moon, as Elon Musk faces lawsuit

SpaceX founder and chief executive Elon Musk, announces Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa as the first private passenger on a trip around the moon.

SpaceX founder and chief executive Elon Musk, announces Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa as the first private passenger on a trip around the moon. Source: AP/Chris Carlson

A Japanese billionaire will be the first private passenger to take a trip around the moon on a rocket designed by Elon Musk's company SpaceX.


The announcement has provided some rare relief for Mr Musk, whose recent behaviour has reportedly damaged his company's reputation.


Share

Follow SBS Indonesian

Download our apps

Listen to our podcasts

Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS

SBS Indonesian News

Watch it onDemand

Watch now