Companies in Space Tech
There are 2,901 companies in Space Tech which include SpaceX, Planet, ViaSat, Skyroot, Terran Orbital. 1,056 companies in Space Tech are funded, with 503 having secured Series A funding. Till date, the sector has seen the creation of 21 Unicorns. United States has the most number of companies in Space Tech (972), followed by India
(292), and then United Kingdom (199).
2026 has seen the creation of 35 Space Tech companies. On average, the last 10 years have seen 153 new companies launched every year. Most number of Space Tech startups have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University.
Here is a List of top companies in Space Tech

1. SpaceX
Provider of advanced aerospace and space transportation services. It delivers advanced launch services using reusable rocket systems designed to transport crew and cargo for missions to orbit, the Moon, Mars, and deep space exploration. It also develops and operates large-scale satellite networks that provide high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity across the globe, including remote and underserved regions. It supports human spaceflight programs aimed at expanding long-duration space exploration and increasing access to space for both commercial and governmental missions.
Key facts about SpaceX
- Founded Year: 2002
- Location: Hawthorne (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $11.9B
- Investors: Fidelity Investments, Jetstream Venture Fund and 262 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series J, Mar 17, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 81/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 9 Competitors

2. Planet
Provider of daily satellite imagery and geospatial data analytics services. The organization offers high-frequency imagery, mosaics, on-demand tasking, and analytic feeds. It transforms imagery into insights, providing data for monitoring, change detection, and analysis. The company delivers data products and cloud-based tools, offering solutions across various industries.
Key facts about Planet
- Founded Year: 2010
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $602M
- Investors: IFC, EDBI and 53 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Sep 12, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 81/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 389 Competitors

3. ViaSat
Provider of satellite internet services, solutions, and related communication technologies. The company delivers internet connectivity for home, small business, aviation, energy, and government sectors. It offers satellite internet plans, backup internet, and voice communication services. The company also provides cybersecurity, encryption, and tactical networking solutions. Additionally, it offers antenna systems, real-time earth observation, and managed connectivity.
Key facts about ViaSat
- Founded Year: 1986
- Location: Carlsbad (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Investors: FCC, Europa and 5 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Jul 23, 2020, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 75/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 285 Competitors

4. Skyroot
Manufacturer of orbital launch vehicles for small satellite deployment missions. These vehicles utilize carbon composite structures and liquid or cryogenic propulsion systems to transport payloads into orbit. The systems provide dedicated and rideshare launch capabilities for various satellite configurations. Flight computers, navigation sensors, and orbital adjustment modules manage the precise placement of satellites into designated orbits. Ground software and electrical interfaces support the integration and testing of these launch vehicles prior to flight.
Key facts about Skyroot
- Founded Year: 2018
- Location: Hyderabad (India)
- Stage: Series C
- Total Funding till date: $150M
- Investors: GIC, Sherpalo Ventures and 33 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, May 07, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 73/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 208 Competitors
Provider of hardware for satellites. It provides users with a platform that develops a constellation of nano and picosatellites to create a data infrastructure in space. It operates through three business segments, including research, development, and manufacturing. It also provides consulting and manufacturing services to government agencies, commercial companies, and military organizations.
Key facts about Terran Orbital
- Founded Year: 2013
- Location: Irvine (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $144M
- Investors: Beach Point Capital Management, Goldman Sachs Investment Partners and 9 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Oct 31, 2022, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 73/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 224 Competitors
