European Space & Satellites Companies

AerospacelabMont-Saint-Guibert, Belgium · 100-500

Designs, manufactures and operates satellite systems for Earth observation, telecommunications and navigation constellations from its Belgian megafactory, serving commercial and institutional defence customers.

ICEYEEspoo, Finland · 500-1000

Operates the world's largest SAR satellite constellation, providing all-weather, day-and-night Earth observation data and sovereign intelligence systems for defence, intelligence and natural catastrophe monitoring.

Infinite OrbitsToulouse, France · 11-50

Designs, owns and operates spacecraft to provide inspection, life extension and end-of-life services for geostationary satellites, using autonomous vision-based navigation technology.

UnseenlabsRennes, France · 50-100

Operates a LEO satellite constellation that detects radio frequency signals from ships at sea, tracking dark vessels that disable AIS transponders to avoid detection.

GomSpaceAalborg, Denmark · 201-500

Designs and manufactures nanosatellites, CubeSat platforms and subsystems for defence, national security and commercial customers in over 60 countries.

OKAPI:OrbitsBraunschweig, Germany · 11-50

Builds space traffic management and collision avoidance platforms that help satellite operators navigate an increasingly crowded orbit.

EnduroSatSofia, Bulgaria · 51-200

Builds modular satellite platforms and operates a fixed-cost space data service, enabling businesses to deploy constellations and access Earth observation data without owning ground infrastructure.

Isar AerospaceOttobrunn, Germany · 201-500

Develops the Spectrum two-stage rocket and operates launch services for small and medium satellites from European spaceports.

Creotech InstrumentsWarsaw, Poland · 51-200

Designs and builds satellite platforms, Earth observation satellites and geospatial drone systems for European defence and civil space programmes.

HyperSat Eagle

A modular microsatellite platform up to 100 kg with full redundancy, supporting Earth observation, communications, security and science missions. Uses SpaceVPX standardisation and ITAR-free COTS components. HyperSat Eagle is the basis for the EagleEye high-resolution optical satellite (1-2m GSD) and forms the platform for PIAST and CAMILA constellation satellites.

Seagull

A synthetic aperture radar Earth observation satellite built on the HyperSat platform, offering 3-5m GSD resolution. SAR imaging works day and night regardless of cloud cover, making it suited to persistent area surveillance and maritime monitoring. One of three satellite types in the CAMILA national constellation.

NewOrbitReading, United Kingdom · 11-50

Develops ultra-low Earth orbit satellites and ion propulsion systems to bring higher-resolution imaging, direct-to-device connectivity and weather intelligence closer to Earth.

OQ TechnologyWasserbillig, Luxembourg

Operates a low-Earth-orbit satellite network delivering 5G NTN direct-to-device connectivity for industrial IoT and unmodified smartphones, with spectrum and satellites serving remote regions worldwide.

Planetek HellasAthens, Greece · 11-50

Develops Earth observation services, satellite ground systems and space software for environmental monitoring, civil protection, defence and security missions.

Reflex AerospaceMunich, Germany · 11-50

Designs and manufactures custom-built dual-use satellite platforms for LEO missions, delivering optical, SAR and SATCOM satellites for commercial and governmental customers in under nine months.

CailabsRennes , France · 100-500

Develops laser light-shaping technology for optical ground stations, free-space laser communications and directed energy weapons for space and defence markets.

Fossa SystemsMadrid, Spain · 50-100

Builds and operates a constellation of nanosatellites that deliver satellite IoT connectivity to remote assets in industries including energy, agriculture, logistics and defence.

Kreios SpaceBarcelona, Spain · 1-50

Builds air-breathing electric propulsion systems that enable satellites to operate continuously in Very Low Earth Orbit for Earth observation and direct-to-device communications.

Sybilla TechnologiesBydgoszcz, Poland

Builds satellite tracking telescopes, observatory hardware and real-time collision avoidance software for space situational awareness.

ZAITRACzech Republic

Develops onboard data processing hardware and software for small satellites, enabling satellites to filter, compress and analyse imagery in orbit before it reaches the ground.

ClearSpaceRenens, Switzerland · 50-100

Builds robotic spacecraft that capture and deorbit defunct satellites and space debris for ESA and national space agencies.

ClearSpace-1

ESA-contracted mission to capture and deorbit the defunct PROBA-1 satellite using four robotic arms, targeting launch in the second half of 2026. It will be the first removal of an unprepared, non-cooperative space object from orbit, demonstrating the core technologies needed for recurring debris removal services.

PRELUDE

A two-spacecraft demonstration mission being developed with ESA’s Space Safety Programme, targeting launch in 2027. The two craft will carry out complex autonomous rendezvous and proximity manoeuvres in real orbit, validating the navigation and sensor systems that underpin future inspection and debris removal operations at scale.

CLEAR

The UK’s first Active Debris Removal mission, funded by the UK Space Agency, targeting the removal of two derelict UK-registered satellites from low Earth orbit above 700 km altitude. ClearSpace completed Phase 2 in May 2025, demonstrating key capture technologies and de-risking the mission ahead of the operational phase.

Blackshark.aiGraz, Austria · 50-100

Converts satellite and aerial imagery into structured 3D digital world models for geospatial intelligence, simulation training and planetary-scale change detection.

PIAP SpaceWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Designs and manufactures space robotics including manipulators, grippers and Active Debris Removal systems for ESA missions. Spin-off of the PIAP national robotics institute, founded in 2018.

TRL SpaceBrno, Czech Republic

Designs, builds and operates complete satellite missions, including Earth observation microsatellites, ground support equipment and a geospatial intelligence platform, serving defence, security and environmental customers across Europe and Africa.

ArquimeaMadrid, Spain · 201-500

Deep-tech company building sensors, space systems, robotics, and quantum technology for defence and aerospace applications.

Q-SLAM-40

A man-portable loitering munition with 25 km range and 25-minute endurance, carrying a 1.2 kg warhead, deployable from backpacks by a two-person team in under 5 minutes with GPS-denied operation capability.

Q-SLAM-100

A medium-range loitering munition with 120-minute endurance and 60-70 km range, equipped with the DeepArq AI platform for collaborative flight, autonomous target identification, and real-time threat classification.

Techfire

A fire control system for mortars and artillery howitzers that automates direct and indirect fire operations, currently in service with multiple NATO armed forces and armies in the Asia-Pacific region.

D-OrbitMilan, Italy · 100-500

Builds orbital transfer vehicles and space logistics services that carry satellites from launch into their final orbital positions, plus in-orbit computing, mission control software and future robotic servicing.

Morpheus SpaceDresden, Germany · 51-200

Builds FEEP-based electric propulsion systems for small satellites, enabling constellation deployment, collision avoidance, station keeping and deorbiting from a mass-production facility in Dresden.

GO-2 Electric Propulsion System

A FEEP-based electric propulsion system for small satellites from 6U and up. The unit measures approximately 1U and houses 40 individually controlled thrusters, each with its own propellant tank, using a solid metallic propellant that requires no pressurization and has no moving parts. It covers the full range of in-orbit mobility including constellation deployment, repositioning, station keeping, collision avoidance and deorbiting, with a total thrust range of 5 to 400 micronewtons. Manufactured at scale at the Reloaded facility in Dresden.

ConstellrFreiburg, Germany · 50-100

Builds and operates a thermal satellite constellation that measures surface temperatures globally to give governments and military agencies intelligence invisible to optical and radar systems.

NeuraspacePorto, Portugal · 1-50

AI-powered space traffic management and collision avoidance. Critical space situational awareness for defence satellites.

Thorium Space TechnologyWrocław, Poland

Designs and manufactures satellite communication terminals, SATCOM chipsets and digital telecommunications payloads for geostationary and low Earth orbit satellites, serving commercial, government and defence customers.

AldoriaToulouse, France · 51-200

Provides space situational awareness services using optical telescopes and radar to track space objects, predict collisions, and monitor space debris.

MTOS 500mm Station

An array of four 500mm f/1.5 telescopes that work in synchronised rotation to detect objects as small as 7 cm across all orbits from 300 km to 40,000 km altitude, detecting up to 15,000 space objects per station in a two-week period.

CALM

A web-based collision avoidance application that evaluates conjunction risks up to five days ahead and computes optimal avoidance manoeuvres, integrating with operators existing flight dynamics software via API.

RAMSES

A 12 million euro programme with ONERA to deploy five multispectral stations globally, combining visible and near-infrared sensors for day and night tracking across all orbits, supported by France 2030.

Gama SpaceIvry-sur-Seine, France · 11-50

Space exploration company developing low-cost, reliable and scalable solar sails for deep space access, interplanetary transportation and space debris removal missions.

AIKOTurin, Italy · 50-100

AI and automation for space-based defence systems. Developing artificial intelligence solutions for satellite operations and space missions.

CrystalSpaceTallinn, Estonia · 1-50

Manufactures space-qualified cameras and edge AI vision systems for autonomous defence platforms, with 200+ cameras delivered across satellite, rover, and lunar missions.

EcosmicTurin, Italy

Ecosmic develops operating systems for space security environments. The company advances software used in space and addresses space debris issues by inventing plug-and-play technology that improves collision avoidance. Their SAFE system helps satellite operators navigate collision risks.

KP LabsGliwice, Poland · 51-200

Develops AI-powered onboard satellite processors that analyse Earth observation data in orbit, reducing dependence on ground stations. The Leopard data processor is used by ESA for in-orbit computing.

SatcubeGothenburg, Sweden · 51-200

Satellite communications company developing lightweight, portable satellite terminals that provide high-speed broadband connectivity anywhere on the planet through High Throughput Satellites.

Satcube Ku

An 8 kg portable Ku-band satellite terminal that provides up to 20 Mbps broadband connectivity in under one minute, with IP65/IP67 certification and battery operation down to -35 degrees C.

Satcube Secure

A 9.5 kg FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified portable terminal supporting one-way and two-way TRANSEC encryption, built for mission-critical government and military communications in GPS-denied environments.

Satcube Motion

A 15 kg vehicle-mounted on-the-move satellite terminal with MIL-STD 810 and 461 certification, 360-degree azimuth auto-pointing, and up to 85 Mbps downlink via Ku-band HTS satellites.

SatRevWrocław, Poland

NewSpace company specializing in the design, manufacture and deployment of nanosatellites for Earth observation. Founded in 2016, headquartered in Wroclaw, listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange.

SatVuLondon, United Kingdom · 11-50

Earth observation company providing the world's highest resolution commercial thermal imagery from satellites to monitor climate change, energy efficiency, and economic activity with 3.5m resolution thermal data.

AstrolightVilnius, Lithuania · 1-50

Space communications company developing highly secure laser-based telecommunication systems for aerospace, defence and governmental applications. Creates license-free direct-to-Earth optical data downlink systems for LEO satellites. Selected for NATO DIANA program.

AstronikaWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Produces space-grade deployable booms, antennas, actuators and subsurface sampling devices for ESA and international missions. Founded in 2013 as a Warsaw-based specialist in compact, lightweight space mechanisms.

BioorbitLondon, United Kingdom

Space manufacturing company developing hardware for large-scale crystallization of protein drugs in microgravity. While primarily focused on pharmaceuticals, their space manufacturing capabilities and orbital operations have potential dual-use applications.

CloudlessWarsaw, Poland · 1-10

Develops stratospheric unmanned aerial vehicles operating above 20 km altitude as low-cost pseudo-satellites. The ULEP-1 demonstrator reached 24,784 metres, filling the capability gap between conventional drones and orbital satellites for persistent Earth observation.

DarkParis, France · 1-50

Space defence company developing Interceptor - the first air-launched spacecraft capable of removing dangerous objects from space in less than 24 hours. Founded by former MBDA and Thales missile engineers to intercept, capture and dispose of satellites, space debris, or potential threats in orbit.

Deep Space EnergyRiga, Latvia · 1-10

Latvian space startup developing radioisotope power systems for satellites and lunar missions, selected for NATO DIANA programme and backed by ESA contracts.

DeltaOrbitWeßling, Germany

DeltaOrbit develops next-generation in-space propulsion systems using advanced cryogenic Methane/Oxygen technology. Their satellite engines provide superior agility and endurance for multi-orbit operations, interceptions, and evasions, enabling allied forces to win maneuver warfare in space.

Edge AerospaceLuxembourg, Luxembourg · 1-10

Company currently in stealth mode developing autonomous computing solutions "beyond Earth" with space-focused applications, based on their website indicating future unveiling of space computing technology.

FAST AerospaceMilan, Italy · 1-10

An Italian aerospace company developing the HyperDart air-launched rocket system using hypersonic ramjet technology to provide flexible, cost-effective access to space for small satellites up to 250kg.

Gate SpaceTulln, Austria · 11-50

Develops high-performance chemical propulsion solutions for satellites, including the GATE Jetpack plug-and-play mobility system that enables orbital maneuvers, collision avoidance, and refueling capabilities.

HypersonicaWeßling, Germany · 1-10

Develops hypersonic vehicles for Europe's resilience and space sovereignty, focusing on advanced aerospace technology for defence and space applications.

KappaZetaTartu, Estonia · 1-50

Satellite SAR data analytics company using AI to deliver actionable intelligence for defence situational awareness and environmental monitoring.

Kurs OrbitalItaly

Autonomous in-orbit satellite servicing and life extension technology for defence and commercial constellations.

Kuva SpaceTampere, Finland · 11-50

Hyperspectral microsatellite constellation providing real-time environmental monitoring and defence intelligence imagery.

LatitudeReims, France

Micro-launcher developer building the Zephyr rocket for responsive small satellite deployment from European soil.

Leaf SpaceMilan, Italy · 50-100

Ground station networks for microsatellites. Global satellite communication infrastructure for defence applications.

LiveEOBerlin, Germany · 51-200

Delivers satellite-based analytics for infrastructure monitoring using AI and Earth observation data. Provides predictive insights for utility companies and infrastructure operators.

Treeline

AI-powered vegetation management platform that detects grow-in, fall-in, and hazard trees along power lines and railways using satellite imagery, reducing tree-related outages by 41-50% while cutting vegetation management costs by 23%.

SurfaceScout

Satellite-based pipeline monitoring solution that detects 4x more third-party threats than traditional methods, covering 100% of pipeline corridors including through clouds and at night via SAR, with reports delivered within 24 hours.

TradeAware

End-to-end EU Deforestation Regulation compliance platform that combines satellite deforestation analytics with supplier onboarding, ERP integration, and automated DDS submission to the EU TRACES system.

MagdriveOxford, United Kingdom

Plasma thruster propulsion systems for satellites and space vehicles. Oxford University spinout advancing in-orbit maneuvering.

MaiaSpaceParis, France · 51-200

Reusable micro-launcher for European sovereign access to space, developing Maia rocket. ArianeGroup subsidiary.

Maia Launcher

A 50-metre, two-stage mini-launcher available in reusable (500 kg to SSO) and expendable (1,500 kg to SSO) versions, powered by four Prometheus bio-methane/LOX engines with a 3.5-metre fairing and up to 4-tonne capacity to inclined orbits.

Maia Reusable First Stage

Europe's first reusable rocket first stage designed for vertical landing on an autonomous barge at sea, selected by ESA's BEST! initiative alongside Isar Aerospace to develop future European reusable space transportation.

Colibri Kick-Stage

An optional upper kick-stage with a cluster of engines that increases mission flexibility for multi-orbit deployment and constellation replenishment -- successfully completed dual-engine hot-fire testing and environmental qualification at Thales Alenia Space facilities in 2025.

Marble ImagingBremen, Germany · 1-10

Building Europe's first commercial Earth Observation satellite constellation for daily high-resolution monitoring. Combines multispectral satellite systems with AI-powered analytics.

MBRYONICSGalway, Ireland · 11-50

Specializes in space optical communications and satellite technology development. Provides advanced optical communication systems for aerospace and satellite applications.

Mission SpaceLuxembourg, Luxembourg · 11-50

Provides real-time space weather forecasting to help satellite operators predict and mitigate space weather risks. Offers advanced forecasting systems for aerospace companies.

N7 SpaceWarsaw, Poland · 11-50

Builds safety-critical on-board software for ESA satellite missions including PROBA 3, Comet Interceptor and ARIEL. First company to use Rust for real-time operating systems in space-grade processors.

NEOSATMunich, Germany · 1-10

Compact eavesdropping-secure satellite communication using software-defined radios and MIMO antenna technology. Universität der Bundeswehr München spin-off, winner of the CPM Innovation Award 2025.

OrbintMunich, Germany · 1-10

Satellite-based signal intelligence using distributed small satellite networks. Universität der Bundeswehr München spin-off backed by Rohde and Schwarz, detecting and locating signals in near real time from space.

OroraTechMunich, Germany · 51-200

Builds a satellite constellation and wildfire management platform that detects and tracks fires as small as 10x10 metres across 500 million hectares globally, serving fire agencies and land managers in 25 countries.

Polaris SpaceplanesBremen, Germany · 51-200

Builds reusable spaceplanes using aerospike engines that take off and land on runways. Won a Bundeswehr contract to develop the HYTEV hypersonic test vehicle and completed Europe's first privately funded aerospike-powered flight in 2024. Has 70 employees in Bremen.

PreligensParis, France · 51-200

AI-powered analysis of satellite and aerial imagery for defence intelligence. Now Safran AI after acquisition by Safran Group in 2024.

QuadsatOdense, Denmark · 51-200

Provides UAV-based antenna testing and RF measurement solutions for satellite communications and defence industries. Their drone technology enables efficient on-site testing and calibration of antennas and RF systems.

SpectraLoc

A platform-agnostic electronic warfare payload that passively detects, identifies, and geolocates radar emitters and jamming devices from drone platforms without emitting signals, enabling stand-off electromagnetic intelligence.

QS Series RF Payloads

A family of UAV-mounted RF measurement payloads covering 2-31 GHz across three models (QS 2-12, QS 6-24, QS 17-31), with stabilized pointing, RTK positioning, and automated flight execution for in-situ satellite antenna testing.

RD ALFA MicroelectronicsRiga, Latvia · 51-200

Designs and manufactures radiation-hardened, ITAR-free analog integrated circuits for space and defence. ESA-qualified components on the European Preferred Parts List. Supplies Thales Alenia Space and Airbus Defence and Space.

Rocket Factory AugsburgAugsburg, Germany · 201-500

Small satellite launch vehicle developer building the RFA ONE rocket for European sovereign access to space.

RFA ONE

A 30-metre, three-stage launch vehicle carrying up to 1,300 kg to low Earth orbit, powered by a cluster of nine Helix staged-combustion engines built from stainless steel.

Redshift OTV

Orbital transfer vehicle providing precise payload positioning from LEO to GTO with over 2.5 km/s delta-v, offering both transportation and in-orbit servicing.

Helix Engine

Oxygen-rich staged-combustion rocket engine designed for additive manufacturing and automotive-scale serial production, with full-duration 280-second hot fire test completed in 2023.

SatimKrakow, Poland · 11-50

AI-powered analysis of Synthetic Aperture Radar satellite imagery for military intelligence and maritime surveillance. Achieves 90% accurate object classification on SAR imagery. Signed a technology supply agreement with Rheinmetall for ISR capabilities for the Bundeswehr.

ScanwayWroclaw, Poland · 51-200

Builds space cameras and vision systems for Earth observation, in-space operations and space exploration. Deployed the largest telescope in Polish history on a nanosatellite platform.

SeacrasZadar, Croatia

Provides suite of marine environmental and coastal surveillance solutions using satellite-derived oceanographic data and AI to detect pollution hazards and support ESG reporting.

SpaceForestGdynia, Poland · 11-50

Builds suborbital rockets, radar systems and space-grade electronics from its Gdynia facility. The 11.5-metre PERUN rocket reached 65 km altitude in its first three-stage test flight in November 2024.

SpaceitTartu, Estonia · 11-50

Develops cloud-based satellite mission control software (MCSaaS) and operates a Space Cyber Range for space cybersecurity training. Spin-off of ESTCube-1, Estonia's first satellite mission. Prime contractor for ESA 4S Space Cyber Range and participant in NATO CCDCOE Locked Shields exercises.

Spherical SystemsRotterdam, Netherlands

Spherical Systems designs dedicated semiconductors and electronic subsystems for defence satellites. Their technology manipulates electronic circuits at the transistor level, enabling systems that are smaller, more reliable, and highly software configurable. Supported by Netherlands Industries for Defence & Security.

U-SpaceToulouse, France

Smallsat constellation manufacturer providing sovereign communications and earth observation platforms for defence and government.

VyomaMunich, Germany · 11-50

Space situational awareness using AI-driven analytics and a dedicated microsatellite constellation for in-orbit debris tracking. TU Munich spin-off backed by Safran Corporate Ventures and the European Investment Fund, in talks with NATO space commands.

WiRanGdynia, Poland · 11-50

Hardware design office in Gdynia specialising in RF and wireless technologies for maritime, space and defence clients. Designs antennas, diplexers and space-grade electronics, with ESA collaboration since 2016.

WORK MicrowaveHolzkirchen, Germany · 51-200

Develops RF electronics, satellite frequency converters and navigation simulators with a growing defence electronics division. Selected by ESA as prime contractor for the IRIS2 secure connectivity constellation test bed.

Zero 2 InfinityBarcelona, Spain · 50-100

Balloon-based nano satellite launchers. Alternative launch solutions for small defence satellites.