ElevationSpace Completes Series B Funding of 6.4 Billion Yen, Bringing Total Funding to 10.1 Billion Yen
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ElevationSpace, a Japanese space infrastructure startup, has raised 6.4 billion yen in its Series B round, bringing its total funding to 10.1 billion yen. The company is developing Earth-return transportation services using Japan's proprietary small satellite re-entry technology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is ElevationSpace's core technology?
A: It uses Japan's proprietary small lifting body re-entry guidance technology for safe Earth return.
Q: What is the 'Aoba' satellite?
A: The first ELS-R vehicle and Japan's first private re-entry satellite, targeting launch in 2025.
Q: Who are ElevationSpace's partners?
A: It collaborates with Axiom Space, Redwire, DNP, Toyoda Gosei, and other global firms.
Q: How will the funds be used?
A: For ELS-R and ELS-RS development, operations, and global expansion.
Q: What are the next milestones?
A: Launch 'Aoba' in 2025 and begin commercial services by 2026.