Voyager Technologies Inc (NYSE:VOYG) shares are moving higher in Wednesday’s after-hours session after the company was selected by NASA for a private astronaut mission.

NASA Selects Voyager For ISS Mission

Voyager Technologies announced it signed an order with NASA for the seventh private astronaut mission to the International Space Station.

The mission, called VOYG-1, will support NASA’s aim to transition low-Earth orbit operations to the private sector and is expected to launch no earlier than 2028.

“This award reflects decades of partnership with NASA and validates our belief that the infrastructure being built in low-Earth orbit today is the launchpad for humanity’s future in deep space,” said Dylan Taylor, chairman and CEO of Voyager.

How To Buy VOYG Stock

By now, you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Voyager — be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.

Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of possible trading platforms here. Many will allow you to buy fractional shares, which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share.

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VOYG Shares Surge After Hours

VOYG Price Action: Voyager shares were up 9.50% in after-hours, trading at $32.78 at the time of publication on Wednesday, according to Benzinga Pro.

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