Space Tech Startups

A space propulsion company developing non-toxic green propellant technology, including its HIP_11 hypergolic propellant combination. Founded by former researchers from DLR's Institute of Space Propulsion.

5 investors

Kalam Labs designs and manufactures high-altitude hydrogen-based unmanned aerial vehicles and stratospheric platforms for military and defense applications, including surveillance systems, autonomous weather platforms, and stealth strike swarms capable of operating at 100,000+ feet. The company serves the Indian armed forces with edge-of-space aerial warfare technology developed and manufactured in India.

5 investors

Kurs Orbital provides on-orbit servicing spacecraft for satellite relocation, de-orbiting, and inspection in geostationary orbit. The company targets communication satellite operators and space debris mitigation.

5 investors

Leanspace provides a cloud-native ground segment data platform for satellite operators to manage multiple assets, integrate legacy systems, and build custom mission-specific applications. The platform connects satellites, ground stations, and other hardware devices in a unified, secure ecosystem that can be deployed on-premise, in the cloud, or in hybrid configurations.

5 investors

Made In Space, Inc. develops 3D printing and manufacturing technology for use in space, having built the first 3D printer to manufacture an object in orbit through a collaboration with NASA. The company works in the space manufacturing and additive manufacturing sector.

5 investors

Manastu Space Technologies develops I-Booster, an environmentally-friendly green chemical propulsion system for satellites that performs orbit raising, station-keeping, and de-orbit maneuvers. The system offers a safer alternative to traditional Hydrazine-based propulsion with reduced toxicity and simplified handling.

5 investors

Metaspectral develops ClarityAI, a platform that applies deep learning and explainable analysis to hyperspectral data so teams can classify materials, detect hidden or sub-pixel targets, monitor emissions, and review the evidence behind results. It serves industrial sorting, Earth observation, defense and intelligence, and emissions monitoring customers.

5 investors

mPower Technology develops advanced power systems and solar technologies for spacecraft and space applications. The company leverages microfabrication and nanofabrication techniques to serve commercial, civil, and national security customers in the aerospace and space industries.

5 investors

NOVI Space provides a platform called GENIEedge that enables organizations to develop, deploy, and operate AI/ML and analytics applications directly on satellites, processing Earth observation and sensor data at the source in orbit.

5 investors

OKAPI:Orbits provides AI-based Space Traffic Management (STM) and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) software platforms along with consulting services for satellite operators. It supports space missions across their lifecycle, from mission design and pre-launch through collision avoidance and de-orbit.

5 investors

Perigee is involved in space launch and propulsion technologies. This investors/IR page provides shareholder notices and meeting announcements but gives little concrete detail about the company's products or operations.

5 investors

Phantom Space Corporation builds small satellite launch vehicles and satellites, along with its Phantom Cloud data-center constellations, to provide launch and in-space delivery services. The U.S.-controlled company targets customers seeking access to space transportation, satellite manufacturing, and space data.

5 investors

ReOrbit designs and manufactures advanced LEO and GEO satellites for connectivity, communication, and orbital intelligence, serving military, civil, and national security customers globally. The company offers software-defined, modular satellite systems that enable secure communications, data processing in orbit, and inter-satellite connectivity with strategic autonomy.

5 investors

Seaflight develops autonomous electric drones and aircraft with advanced aerodynamic technology for cargo logistics and defense applications. The company specializes in ground effect uncrewed systems, active aerodynamic flow control, and autonomous flight systems for extended range and payload capacity.

5 investors

Sofant develops satellite antenna terminals using proprietary RF MEMS technology for mobile connectivity applications including in-flight, maritime, and military communications. The company operates a fabless semiconductor model and focuses on delivering compact, lightweight, low-power solutions.

5 investors

Sophia provides modular, space-native edge computing hardware designed to process satellite data in orbit. Their products enable rapid data processing and delivery from space platforms to ground systems.

5 investors

Spacebackend builds software infrastructure for integrating multi-vendor aerospace and defense hardware systems, automating the translation of hardware specifications into flight-ready software to collapse integration timelines. The company serves aerospace, defense, and space companies seeking to accelerate the integration and deployment of complex mission-critical systems.

5 investors

Starlab is developing a commercial space station intended to support microgravity research, commercial innovation, and international collaboration in low-Earth orbit. The company designs, builds, and plans to operate the station to strengthen the low-Earth orbit economy.

5 investors

Stell builds cloud-based software for managing requirements, traceability, and compliance on aerospace and defense programs. Founded in 2022, it serves defense and commercial aerospace contractors and is deployed on U.S. Space Force and Air Force programs.

5 investors

TransAstra develops propulsion systems and telescope technology for space operations. The company's Omnivore propulsion system uses concentrated sunlight to power spacecraft with various propellants, while its Sutter Telescope System locates asteroids, orbital debris, and fast-moving objects for commercial and defense applications.

5 investors

Wardstone designs and plans to deploy a constellation of satellites equipped with sensors and kinetic interceptors to detect, predict, and counter hypersonic and ballistic missiles for U.S. military defense agencies. The system, called the Golden Dome, is intended to provide global missile defense capabilities across multiple domains of conflict for the Space Force, Air Force, Navy, and Missile Defense Agency.

5 investors

York Space Systems builds flight-proven satellite platforms (spacecraft buses) designed for mass manufacture and satellite constellations, supporting payloads for earth-observation and communications missions. Its product line shares technology across platforms to reduce supply-chain and cost.

5 investors

Orbital Lasers develops space optical technology centered on satellite lasers, including systems aimed at addressing space debris, satellite bus, and mission instrument development. The Japanese company works in the space and deeptech sector serving the emerging NewSpace market.

5 investors

ABL Space Systems builds small satellite launch vehicles and a containerized launch system designed to enable orbital launches from flat pads in different locations. Its offerings target customers needing transportable, lower-cost access to space.

4 investors