Alén Space

Alén Space
Description: Alén Space is a Spanish company specializing in the design, manufacture, and operation of small satellites, particularly CubeSats. As a spin-off from the University of Vigo, it has developed and launched several successful missions, including Spain's first nanosatellite, Xatcobeo. With a comprehensive portfolio of satellite platforms, payloads, and ground segment solutions, Alén Space serves a global clientele across various sectors
Vision:
Alén Space envisions becoming a European reference in CubeSat-based space missions, empowering public and private players to contribute to the global space economy. They strive to lead in custom nanosatellite technology, offering scalable platforms that adapt to emerging space challenges such as IoT connectivity, wildfire monitoring, and space-based communications.
Mission:
Alén Space's mission is to democratize access to space by providing end-to-end solutions for the design, development, and operation of small satellites, especially CubeSats. They aim to support organizations across sectors—telecommunications, Earth observation, scientific research, and defense—by offering reliable, cost-effective, and flexible nanosatellite platforms.
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Funding:
  • Series A Funding: Dec 11, 2019, €1 million
Total Funding: €1 million
Key Milestones:
  • 2018 : Launch of Lume-1 satellite as part of the FIRE-RS project for wildfire monitoring
  • 2020 : Collaboration with Sateliot for the development of 5G IoT nanosatellite payloads
  • 2023 : Acquisition by GMV, integrating Alén Space into a larger aerospace group
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Products & Services:
  • Satellite Platforms: : Standardized CubeSat platforms in 1U, 2U, 3U, 6U, 12U, and 16U configurations
  • Payloads: Customizable payloads for diverse mission requirements
  • On-board Computers (OBC):: TRISKEL – integrated OBC with telemetry, tracking, and control functionalities
  • Software Defined Radios (SDR): TOTEM and TREVO platforms for flexible communication solutionsGround Segment: Ground station kits and support for mission operations
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