Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸)

🚀 Talks about DeepTech Innovations, VC Investments, NewSpace Markets, Startups, Cross-Border FDI, and Life Stories | 20u35 @SSPI Global

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

🇦🇪 Great week at the @DubaiAirshow - panels on aerospace investing, MENA’s growing role in space, and the shift toward dual-use, data-centric infrastructure. Fantastic reconnecting with founders & partners. The region’s Space, AI, eVTOL & deeptech momentum is accelerating fast.

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

Bravo. Congrats @riftron_ and the @catalyxspace team on this milestone! A strong step forward in building the backbone of future orbital logistics — exciting times ahead for space infrastructure! Ad astra. 🌍🛰

[Rifath Shaarook @riftron_]

Funding Announcement: @catalyxspace has raised a $5.4M seed round to build the complete back-end infrastructure for space — enabling both upmass and downmass for the next era of orbital logistics. This brings our total funding to $7.1 million.

Exactly one year ago, my friend @heysaqh and I left everything behind in India and arrived at LAX, hoping to build our new space company in the U.S. Meanwhile, our friends @clinton_atspace and @ChandKeerthan focused on developing spacecraft hardware back home in India.

We joined the @techstars space accelerator and later @hf0 , raising a $1.7M pre-seed round in December 2024 from HF0 and @fdotinc, before moving to San Francisco — the city I love most.

The entire team relocated to SF in January for HF0. Since then, we’ve 5X’d our revenue, built a re-entry capsule, launched our first spacecraft, and completed our drop and landing tests.

We’ve grown to a 20-person team and begun constructing a new spacecraft manufacturing facility in India.

Today, we’re thrilled to announce our $5.4M seed round, led by @outlandervc , with participation from @ArkaVentureLabs, Lex Reddy, KDX, @scaletogether,
Higher Life Ventures, @NiveshaVentures, Pranatech, Bria, @hf0 and @Techstars.

Thanks to the Almighty for everything and everyone who has believed in us.

This round will help us demonstrate our next-generation re-entry and landing technology, scale our GTM, and execute upcoming missions.

Multiple missions are already lined up — each bringing us closer to making orbital logistics as seamless as air cargo.

We’re not just launching satellites — we’re building the operating system for space logistics.

Time to get back to building, testing, and launching.

The future of space isn’t one-way.

Upmass. Downmass. Infinite possibilities.

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

@riftron_ @catalyxspace Bravo Rifath and team. Great work. 😊

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

🇮🇳🇫🇷 Big month at @joinstationf! We launched @OfficialINDIAai (MeitY initiative) cohort in Paris, welcoming 10 Indian AI growth startups (Seed to Series C). Also, honored to host H.E. Mr. Sanjeev Singla, Ambassador of India to France & Monaco.
https://t.co/mU9PMlbOqD

[Rifath Shaarook @riftron_]

We did it! @catalyxspace has successfully completed our capsule drop and landing test from 16,000 ft in Nevada.

Our re-entry capsule, Rex, nailed the landing, proving our critical subsystems. It was fully vertically manufactured.

Next up: on-orbit demo in next 12 months.

Watch Rex in action 👇🚀

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

We’re in Marseille celebrating five years of @creativedlab Paris — and honestly, it feels pretty special. Just as Commander @Cmdr_Hadfield took the stage to open our Final Session, a rainbow appeared over the city — couldn’t have asked for a more perfect moment. Ad astra. 🇨🇵🚀

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

Today: Great to join an insightful panel at Tech Show Paris on how AI is transforming space exploration—accelerating Earth observation, tackling climate challenges, optimizing satellites, and managing space debris. AI is redefining what's possible! #AI #SpaceTech

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

Today, I had the pleasure of speaking at the @esa HQ in Paris for the 20th Anniversary of the ESA BIC Network. I shared insights on the growing Indian space market - startups, commercialization & investments, as well as perspectives on the Canadian and Middle Eastern landscape.

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

🇦🇪 In Abu Dhabi: Great to be speaking at the @AerospaceGlobal, discussing “Investing in the Aerospace Industry: A 10-Year Roadmap.” Recent updates, like EDGE Group’s new space venture, FADA, and MGX’s $100 billion AI infrastructure fund, signals MENA region rapid transformation.

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

🇸🇦I had the opportunity to contribute to this @TheNationalNews article on Saudi Arabia's space tourism plans, which aim for 100 balloon-powered flights each year. This innovative step harnesses offering a low-carbon alternative to traditional space travel. https://t.co/6otHR4503H

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

🇮🇳 Today: Union Cabinet has approved 5 major missions for @isro under the ambitious Space Vision 2047, marking a significant leap in India space capabilities.

1) Bharatiya Antariksha Station
2) Soorya/NGLV
3) Chandrayaan 4
4) Venus Orbiter Mission
5) Follow-on Gaganyaan Missions

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

During this weekend, I took some time to summarize the Growth of Space Startups in India (2012–24). Incredible to see how India’s commercial space ecosystem has transformed over the past decade. From just 1 startup in 2012 to >200 by 2024: driven by gov reforms and innovation.

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

@shantirrao Ah, the classic ‘but ours is shinier!’ pitch. I see regularly. It’s like trying to win the Indy 500 with a bedazzled tricycle - looks great, but you’re still in for a bumpy ride unless you’ve got a secret turbo boost. So, what's under the hood besides glitter...

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

- New JV: Orbitworks
- Investment Scale: Over $100 million
- Strategic Importance: Rapidly scale the UAE’s domestic satellite production capabilities.
- Royal Family Involvement: affiliated with the International Holding Company (controlled by the Royal Group).

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

Just read that Loft Orbital is partnering with Abu Dhabi-based Marlan Space—backed by the royal family—to boost satellite production in the Middle East. This could seriously accelerate the region’s space ambitions! 🛰️🇦🇪 #SpaceIndustry #MiddleEastTech

https://t.co/GbgDD9GFbV

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

I recently had the opportunity to share my thoughts to this @TheNationalNews article on SpaceX's groundbreaking plan to catch the Starship booster mid-air using Mechazilla robotic arms. It’s a high-risk, high-reward endeavor. The world is watching. https://t.co/Evu2i2YLaQ

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony. Bienvenue en France, and welcome to the Olympic Games! "Que le meilleur gagne" 🇫🇷

This is the culmination of years of effort by numerous athletes representing their nations, who will be giving their all for sport.

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

🇺🇸 Startup founders, this is HUGE! The USCIS has approved the International Entrepreneur Rule, letting you stay in the US for up to 5 years to build your startup. Up to 3 founders/startup. Qualify with $250K+ US investment or meet other criteria. https://t.co/2nKWKzIEFD

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

🇮🇳 🚀 Budget 2024-25: Big boost for the Indian SPACE sector! A 1000 Crore VC fund will fuel innovation and growth, encouraging private players and empowering startups to shine. Exciting times ahead! https://t.co/Od7xh2PJ9E

[Sahith Reddy Madara (🌍, 🛰️ ,💸) @SahithMadara]

🇮🇳 Just announced: The Indian government has abolished the 'Angel Tax' for all classes of investors, marking a significant move to boost innovation and local talent. This change is set to create a more favorable environment for startups to thrive. https://t.co/B0ZO4RwxDq