SpaceX, the largest private space company in the US, is preparing for its initial public offering (IPO), which could value it at over $1.75 trillion. The company, founded in 2002, operates more launches annually than any other company globally and offers launch services on its reusable Falcon 9 ‘rockets and is developing a larger "Starship". Its Starlink satellite communications network provides internet service to individuals and organizations, with more than 9,500 satellites deployed since 2019 to service over 9 million users globally. SpaceX's main rocket customers include NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, international space agencies, and commercial satellite companies. CEO Elon Musk plans to start on Musk's long-held ambition of a city on Mars within five to seven years, but the company's primary focus is securing the future of civilization and the Moon.