Elendil

On a journey to uncover the latest stories in the Space Startups Ecosystem ☄️

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🇵🇹 Portuguese startup connected has been acquired by @Open_Cosmos to enhance its space-based IoT capabilities, expand operations in Portugal, and strengthen Europe’s technological sovereignty in satellite infrastructure 👇
https://t.co/8cXKrytdRk

[Elendil @elendilspace]

Lithuanian space comms startup, #Astrolight has raised €2.8m seed funding to develop a scalable laser-based optical communication platform linking satellites to Earth, aiming to become the backbone of secure, high-speed space data transmission in Europe👇
https://t.co/X8PaG7hGzu

[Elendil @elendilspace]

New startup called #SophiaSpace launched by @mandalaventure and backed by @Caltech & @NASAJPL to develop modular, solar-powered edge computing platforms in LEO as a sustainable alternative to terrestrial data centers👇
https://t.co/gR87PA08h8

[Elendil @elendilspace]

French propulsion startup #AndroMach has secured a contract from @CNES to conduct hot-fire tests of its LOX/propane Banger v1 rocket engine, marking a key step in validating its propulsion technology 👇
https://t.co/fgHPXPD2BX

[Elendil @elendilspace]

Acquisition planned🤝@IonQ_Inc to acquire @capellaspace to launch the world’s first space-based #quantum key distribution network, advancing its vision for global, ultra-secure quantum communications 👇
https://t.co/eKmRUsZjWm

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🛰️Opening of a new R&D center in Valencia, Spain for @iceye_global to accelerate the development of advanced #SAR and multi-sensor technologies, supporting defense, intelligence, and disaster response while reinforcing EU's space & local innovation 👇
https://t.co/rvDhvDqbvi

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Telecom veteran @fallacher has been appointed by @EutelsatGroup as CEO, effective 1 June 2025, succeeding @eberneke as the company enters a new strategic phase following its merger with OneWeb and alignment with the EU’s #IRIS2 constellation 👇
https://t.co/N9LtLAdI84

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€13M Seed 💸 raised by @OkapiOrbits with @Ventech_VC @MatterwaveVC @AmadeusCapital Apex Ventures & multiple angel investors, to accelerate its global expansion and enhance its AI-powered space traffic management solutions 👇
https://t.co/woYfpbgjMd

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Successful 1st Orbital re-entry for #PHOENIX1 capsule by @AtmosSpaceCargo, validating its inflatable heat shield technology and rapid prototyping approach as it advances toward launching a next-generation, flexible return logistics platform for Europe 👇
https://t.co/QvOyapqNKo

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Partnership between @reflexaerospace & @umbraspace 🤝to develop high-performance, EU focused #SAR satellite solutions - combining Umbra’s payloads with Reflex’s custom satellite buses to support strategic autonomy, with the first launch planned for 2027👇
https://t.co/CBGMONKrhq

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$30m Series A 💸raised by @NorthwoodSpace and led by Alpine Space Ventures and @a16z to scale its next-generation ground network infrastructure, aiming to make space connectivity as seamless and scalable as internet services 👇
https://t.co/2A5RmIxJOh

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Laurence Delpy has been appointed has CEO for @KineisIoT to lead global expansion and commercial rollout, leveraging her international telecom and space expertise as the company targets profitability and rapid growth in satellite IoT.
https://t.co/kDTIYQPB6B

[Elendil @elendilspace]

€52m @esa contract signed by @CreotechSa to lead the #CAMILA Earth observation mission - deploying at least three Polish satellites - with support from @CloudFerro , Eycore, @infoGMV, @labs_kp & @Scanway_SA
https://t.co/A0qHBpUscD

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New contract for @Spherical_Sys with Dark to develop a flexible, ITAR-free power system for #HADES, an autonomous space defense mission designed for rapid in-orbit threat interception 👇
https://t.co/IbHUlio24R

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€122.5m contract 🛰️secured for @NanoAvionics to build the first 280 satellites for @spinlaunch #MeridianSpace broadband constellation, aiming to deliver affordable, high-speed global connectivity with scalable small satellite technology 👇
https://t.co/w5dZLCs1Qh

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Orbital Edge Accelerator announced by @ISS_CASIS , partnering with @CIRI , E2MC, Stellar Ventures, TechConnect, and @AWSstartups to support space startups with up to $500k in investment, mentorship, and the opportunity to conduct R&D & business in LEO 👇
https://t.co/NwavsXTsmX

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Novespace has appointed ESA astronaut, engineer, and pilot @Thom_astro as its new CEO, leveraging his extensive aerospace expertise and leadership to drive the company’s mission in microgravity research and public engagement 👇
https://t.co/EmeLRSvYAb

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Successful completion of first test flight for @isaraerospace with its #Spectrum launch vehicle from @AndoyaSpace, as the first EU commercial company to launch an orbital rocket from Continental Europe, gathering crucial flight data for future missions 👇
https://t.co/qVwOXrkEHd

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Neutron rocket set to debut later this year🚀 by @RocketLab has been selected as one of five providers for the U.S. Space Force’s $5.6 billion NSSL program, to support high-priority national security missions.
https://t.co/HkX6CgJPM5

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€70M Series B secured for @sateliot 💸 including €10M from Hyperion Fund, to expand its 5G-IoT satellite constellation, enhance global connectivity, and advance European technological sovereignty.
https://t.co/xpnZwGjMMQ