Increasing exit potential lifts smallsat ecosystem

11 February, 2021

Talk of SPACs and investor hype around satellite connectivity was prevalent during this year’s Smallsat Symposium, with late-stage funding routes becoming clearer for a sector that has for years fretted at conferences about a lack of exits.

But as a sense of urgency runs through the industry to avoid missing out on the action, caution needs to be taken to ensure the...

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SPACs are transforming the satellite funding landscape

4 February, 2021

SPACs (special purpose acquisition companies) are becoming an increasingly important pillar for capex-heavy newspace. Startup Astra’s fast-track IPO is set to make it the first publicly traded space launch company – an accolade that had been anticipated for SpaceX before the SPAC boom.

But as ‘blank cheque’ firms help open newspace up to public markets, a social media-driven retail investor surge poses...

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Small satellite launchers need to solidify their role in a challenging market

3 December, 2020

Milestone satellite launches are setting the stage for more competitive options in the marketplace next year, promising to improve connectivity venture dynamics and accelerate HTS supply.

Proof of competitiveness and reliability from companies breaking into the market could also force more adaptation from existing players looking to push them out. 2021 will be a key year for...

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