Dawn
Delft, NL · 4 known investors
Dawn Aerospace builds space transportation infrastructure including flight-proven green chemical satellite propulsion systems, in-space refueling capabilities, and a reusable spaceplane. The company serves satellite operators and space economy participants seeking reliable, sustainable access to orbit and in-space mobility.
Founders & leadership
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Stefan Powell
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Jeroen Wink
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James PowellinFounderJames Powell is the founder of Dawn Aerospace, where he serves as architect for the company's spaceplane engineering and as flight director, and oversees regulatory compliance, PPC development, and the finance function. Dawn Aerospace builds space transportation infrastructure, including green chemical satellite propulsion systems, in-space refueling, and a reusable spaceplane.
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Robert Werner
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Tobias Knop
Investors · 4
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$25M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2026
- $25MSeries BJun 2026 · 2 sources
Balerion Space Ventures (lead), ANA Future Frontier Fund
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Competitors · 5
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Dawn do?
- Dawn Aerospace builds space transportation infrastructure including flight-proven green chemical satellite propulsion systems, in-space refueling capabilities, and a reusable spaceplane. The company serves satellite operators and space economy participants seeking reliable, sustainable access to orbit and in-space mobility.
- Who founded Dawn?
- Dawn was founded by Stefan Powell, Jeroen Wink, James Powell, Robert Werner, Tobias Knop.
- Who are Dawn's investors?
- Dawn's investors include Aera VC, Global Brain, ANA Future Frontier Fund, Balerion Space Ventures.
- How much funding has Dawn raised?
- Dawn has disclosed $25M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
- Where is Dawn headquartered?
- Dawn is headquartered in Delft, NL.