Framatome Space, established in 2023 as a subsidiary of Framatome, aims to apply decades of nuclear expertise to the space industry. The company is actively working on nuclear-thermal propulsion systems that promise to significantly enhance the efficiency of space travel and reduce mission durations, exemplifying its commitment to advancing human space exploration.
Location: Courbevoie, France
DCUBED, founded in 2019 in Germering, Germany, is a NewSpace company specializing in the development of release actuators and deployable structures for space applications.
Location: Bavaria, Germany
Orbital Matter, founded in 2022 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is at the forefront of space construction technology. The company is developing a universal 3D printing satellite capable of manufacturing complex structures directly in orbit, aiming to revolutionize the way space infrastructure is built by reducing material usage and costs associated with Earth-based manufacturing and launch constraints.
Location: Berlin, Germany
SolSys Mining, established in 2018 in Norway, focuses on space resource utilization, particularly beneficiation technologies and the creation of high-fidelity lunar regolith simulants. The company collaborates with organizations like the Norwegian Space Agency, NGI, and CIRiS to advance sustainable space exploration and habitation.
Location: Strømmen, Norway
Lightigo Space s.r.o., established in 2022 in Brno, Czech Republic, specializes in rapid elemental analysis using Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS). The company focuses on developing technologies for in-situ resource utilization and planetary exploration, contributing to advancements in space research.
Location: Renneská třída 329/13, 639 00 Brno, Czech Republic
Minespace, established in 2022 in the Czech Republic, is dedicated to advancing space exploration through the development of asteroid-mining spacecraft. By extracting hydrogen from asteroids, the company aims to provide in-space refueling solutions that will accelerate missions, bolster space infrastructure, and contribute to sustainable human activities in space.
Location: Czech Republic
Microelectronica SA, established in 1991 in Bucharest, Romania, specializes in the manufacturing of semiconductor components and optoelectronic devices. The company offers a range of products, including MOS transistors, solar cells, and LED applications for various industries, contributing to advancements in electronics and telecommunications.
Location: Bucharest, Romania.
AMi Exploration, initiated by ARCAspace in 2022, is a Romanian asteroid mining program aiming to return precious metals worth $1 billion to Earth by 2033. The program focuses on developing innovative technologies for space resource utilization, including the EcoRocket Heavy launch vehicle and the AMi Cargo mining spacecraft.
Location: Vâlcea County, Romania
Stellar Space Industries B.V., established in 2015 and headquartered in Noordwijk, Netherlands, excels in advanced engineering and precision manufacturing for the aerospace, space, defense, and high-tech industries. With AS9100 certification and partnerships with NADCAP-certified entities, SSI offers comprehensive services from design to final product, serving esteemed clients such as Airbus Defence and Space, OHB, and Thales Alenia Space.
Location: Noordwijk, Netherlands
Maana Electric S.A., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Foetz, Luxembourg, is pioneering the production of solar panels through innovative in-situ resource utilization technologies. Their automated mobile factories, TerraBox and LunaBox, are designed to manufacture solar panels from locally sourced materials on Earth and the Moon, respectively, supporting sustainable energy solutions and future space exploration endeavors
Location: Foetz, Luxembourg
Lunar Resources Registry (LRR) is a Luxembourg-based company dedicated to facilitating the exploration and extraction of lunar resources. By providing a transparent registry and developing a legal framework, LRR aims to support sustainable and profitable lunar mining operations, contributing to the growth of the space economy
Location: Berger Strasse 175 60385 Frankfurt am Main Germany
Astronika Sp. z o.o., established in 2013 in Warsaw, Poland, is a privately-owned company specializing in the development of unique solutions for space exploration. With a focus on delivering compact, lightweight, and energy-efficient space mechanisms and instruments, Astronika has contributed to various missions targeting the Moon, Mars, the Jupiter system, and Earth's orbit. The company's mission is to provide high-quality, reliable products and services, contributing to the advancement of the space sector in Poland and globally.
Location: Warsaw, Poland