Basalt Tech

Basalt is a space technology company that provides satellite infrastructure through a Constellations-as-a-Service (CaaS) model for commercial and government customers. Its spacecraft offerings include Lantern, a compact 16U satellite platform, and Gateway, a larger platform designed for specialized payloads. These systems support optical Earth observation, multispectral imaging, synthetic aperture radar, and radio-frequency intelligence applications. Basalt’s service model provides organizations with configurable satellite capabilities without requiring them to independently develop an entire spacecraft constellation.
Spire Global

Spire Global is a satellite data and space technology company operating a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites for weather observation, aircraft tracking, and radio frequency intelligence. Its technology collects atmospheric measurements through Global Navigation Satellite System Radio Occultation (GNSS-RO), supporting weather forecasting and climate monitoring. The company also provides satellite manufacturing, hosted payload services, and space-based data analytics for government and commercial customers. Spire’s spacecraft infrastructure supports aviation monitoring, environmental intelligence, and the development of specialized satellite constellations.
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is Japan’s national aerospace research organization developing launch vehicles, scientific satellites, and robotic spacecraft for Earth observation and planetary exploration. Its technology programs include the H3 launch vehicle, Hayabusa asteroid sample-return missions, and the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM). JAXA also develops spacecraft instrumentation, satellite navigation technologies, and scientific missions for studying the Moon, planets, and distant astronomical objects. Its activities support human spaceflight research, international space station operations, and the development of aerospace technologies through partnerships with research institutions and industry.
BlackSky Technology

BlackSky is a space intelligence company providing high-resolution satellite imagery and AI-powered geospatial analytics for monitoring activity across the Earth’s surface. Its low Earth orbit satellite constellation captures imagery of strategic locations, infrastructure, transportation networks, and maritime operations. The company’s Gen-3 satellites provide imagery with approximately 35-centimeter resolution, while its Spectra platform processes satellite observations to detect objects, identify changes, and deliver intelligence alerts. BlackSky supports defense agencies, intelligence organizations, and commercial customers requiring frequent Earth observation and geospatial monitoring.
Privateer

Privateer is a geospatial intelligence company developing AI-powered data platforms for monitoring activity across land, sea, air, and space. Its technology combines satellite imagery, terrestrial sensor data, and machine learning to detect patterns, identify anomalies, and support operational decisions. The company’s Elements platform provides data fusion and analytics for applications including maritime vessel tracking, supply chain monitoring, GNSS interference detection, and space domain awareness. Privateer also offers TerraScope Maritime, which analyzes vessel movements and behavior to support maritime intelligence, defense, and commercial operations.
Thales Alenia Space

Thales Alenia Space is an aerospace manufacturer developing satellite systems, spacecraft modules, and orbital infrastructure for telecommunications, Earth observation, navigation, and space exploration. A joint venture between Thales and Leonardo, the company designs geostationary communications satellites, optical and radar imaging spacecraft, and pressurized modules for human spaceflight. Its technology supports programs including Copernicus, Galileo, and international lunar exploration missions. The company also develops satellite constellations, navigation payloads, and space-based communications infrastructure for commercial, government, and defense customers.
Tomorrow.io

Tomorrow.io is a weather technology company developing satellite-based atmospheric monitoring and AI-powered forecasting systems for businesses, governments, and industries affected by changing weather conditions. Its technology combines proprietary weather satellite observations, machine learning, and meteorological data to generate localized forecasts and operational weather intelligence. The company operates a growing satellite constellation equipped with atmospheric sensing instruments and provides forecasting tools through its weather intelligence platform and API. Its technology supports aviation, logistics, energy, agriculture, and emergency preparedness operations.
Capella Space

Capella Space is a satellite technology company developing synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites and providing high-resolution Earth observation imagery for government and commercial applications. Its Acadia satellite constellation captures radar imagery during the day and night, including through clouds and adverse weather conditions. The company provides satellite data for maritime monitoring, infrastructure analysis, disaster response, and defense intelligence. Acquired by IonQ in July 2025, Capella also contributes satellite infrastructure and expertise to the development of space-based quantum communications technologies.
Pixxel

Pixxel is a space technology company developing hyperspectral imaging satellites and Earth observation data platforms for environmental monitoring, agriculture, energy, and industrial applications. Its Firefly satellite constellation captures imagery across 135 spectral bands, enabling the identification and analysis of materials, vegetation, water conditions, and changes on Earth’s surface. The company also provides Aurora, a geospatial data platform for accessing and analyzing satellite imagery. Pixxel combines satellite sensor technology, spectral data processing, and geospatial analytics to support environmental intelligence and resource monitoring.
Hedron

Hedron, formerly known as Analytical Space, is a space technology company that developed satellite data relay and optical communications technologies for Earth observation and remote sensing missions. Its proposed satellite network combined radio-frequency communications with optical intersatellite links to transfer data between spacecraft and ground infrastructure. The company’s Fast Pixel Network was designed to reduce satellite data transmission delays and expand downlink capacity for commercial and government satellite operators. Its current operating status remains uncertain.