SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk in 2002, aims to reduce space transportation costs to facilitate the colonization of Mars. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being the first private entity to launch and recover a spacecraft from Earth's orbit and securing a $2.9 billion NASA contract for lunar landings. Currently, SpaceX is preparing for the launch of its Starship, a next-generation rocket intended for missions to the moon and Mars.