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Times of India · DistrictNews · 2026-08-15

Point Nemo is so remote that astronauts can be closer than people on Earth

Point Nemo, situated in the Pacific Ocean, is known as the world's only spacecraft cemetery since 1971, housing over 263 retired satellites and rocket stages. This strategic disposal method aims to mitigate orbital debris and safeguard populated areas from falling debris. However, the remnants may endanger marine ecosystems due to their potential hazardous materials. Current international regulations prioritize human safety instead of preserving this unique marine environment. There is a stretch of the South Pacific Ocean so remote that the closest people to it are usually astronauts orbiting 400 kilometres overhead, not sailors or fishermen. This is Point Nemo, a

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