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ReOrbit Secures €45 Million to Manufacture Sovereign Satellites and Connected Systems for National Security
Helsinki, Finland – 9 September 2025 – ReOrbit, a European space technology company, today announced the closing of its €45 million Series A funding round, the largest all-equity Series A round in Finland and one of the most significant deals overall in the European space and defence sector.
ReOrbit, a Leading Provider of Sovereign Satellites and Connected Systems, Expands into the United Kingdom
ReOrbit, a leading provider of sovereign satellites and connected systems, expands into the United Kingdom.
ReOrbit Appoints Simon Wheeler as VP of Software
ReOrbit, a leading manufacturer for sovereign communications satellites, has appointed Simon Wheeler as VP of Software, effective August 2025.
ReOrbit Appoints Markus Räikkönen as Chief Commercial Officer
ReOrbit, a leading manufacturer for sovereign communications satellites, has appointed Markus Räikkönen as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), effective July 2025.
Let's Space It. Eduardo Ibañez
Meet Eduardo Ibañez, Senior Systems Engineer at ReOrbit. From a young age, Eduardo was fascinated by computers and loved exploring how they work. His curiosity led him to study computer science, develop a career in engineering, and ultimately transition into space and satellite manufacturing.
ReOrbit Signs the Zero Debris Charter
ReOrbit, a leading provider of software-defined satellites for sovereign communications, has officially signed the Zero Debris Charter, joining a growing global coalition of space actors committed to ensuring a sustainable and safe orbital environment. The signing took place during ESA’s Zero Debris Week at the European Space Operations Centre (ESOC) in Darmstadt.
Let's Space It. Augusto Sardá
Meet Augusto Sardá, Software Engineer at ReOrbit. Augusto relocated from Argentina to Finland to pursue a career that contains the perfect blend of engineering for him: Software, GNC and Aerospace. From Old Space to the fast-paced New Space world, Augusto finds joy and motivation in the opportunity to see all the different stages of satellite manufacturing here at ReOrbit.
Let's Space It. Agustin Fornero
Meet Agustin Fornero, Electric Propulsion System Engineer at ReOrbit. Originally from Argentina, Agustin’s passion for aviation led him to pursue an engineering career beyond the skies. After moving to Finland, Agustin found a second family at ReOrbit, bonding with colleagues from around the world who shared the same experience of relocating for work.
ReOrbit Enters into Strategic Agreement with Uzma for Small GEO Communications Satellite
ReOrbit, a Helsinki-based leading provider of software-enabled satellites, has entered into an agreement with the leader in the energy and technology landscape in Malaysia Uzma Berhad in relation to a Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) communications satellite project.
Mitigating Data Bottlenecks in Space
As the world increasingly relies on Earth Observation (EO) data, efficient movement of it has never been more important. The traditional space industry viewed delays in EO data movement as a manageable aspect of operations, choosing to adapt to their presence. Data bottlenecks in space are the result of various things such as congested ground stations, outdated satellite technology and more (in an earlier article on the value chain behind EO, we have started exploring these challenges). At their worst, these delays can hold up critical information when it’s needed most. But what if there were a better way?
ReOrbit Completes PDR Phase for UKKO Mission
ReOrbit has successfully completed the Preliminary Design Review phase with the European Space Agency for its UKKO Mission.
Let's Space It. Nicolas Ivone
Meet Nicolas Ivone, Satellite Systems Engineer at ReOrbit. With over 13 years of experience working with satellites, Nicolas describes himself as an open-minded engineer inspired by the portrayal of space in films and books. He aims to innovate and create space technology that bridges the gap between fiction and reality. His typical workday includes a bit of humour and collaboration on complex technical matters. Recently, Nicolas celebrated his work anniversary and shared his journey in the space industry.
Lost at Sea, Found in Space: maritime connectivity boosted by satellite communications
Despite the progress telecommunications have made, blind spots in connectivity prevail, even in those industries that serve as a backbone of the global society. One such industry that still needs support to overcome blind spots in connectivity is maritime.
Let's Space It. Bevania de Melo
Meet Bevania De Melo, Business Development Specialist at ReOrbit. Her journey began with Angola's first space program and has brought her to the dynamic New Space industry. Now, she is building her career and family in Finland, while inspiring the next generation of women to pursue careers in the space industry. Hear Bevania’s story and discover how taking a leap of faith can sometimes lead to unexpected adventures.
Space technology in geopolitics: Insights from Tuija Karanko, Secretary General of PIA, Finnish Defence and Aerospace Industries
Today, space technology is becoming a growing enabler of national security and a key ingredient in shaping global socio-economic trends. To explore the increased role of space technology in this context, we sat down with Tuija Karanko, Secretary General of PIA, who was recently appointed as Vice Chair of the NATO Industrial Advisory Group. Here's a deep dive into our conversation.
Benefits of Software-First Satellite Design
The global space sector is experiencing exceptionally strong growth driven by new supply and demand drivers, disruptive innovations and transformational business models. In a more open, competitive and collaborative environment, digital technologies have emerged as an essential growth lever for the space industry, as per other major industries, such as automotive and aeronautics. Hardware has become increasingly commoditised and less differentiated, with the focus being shifted to software.
Let's Space It. Ignacio Rocca
Meet Ignacio “Nacho” Rocca, an Avionics System Engineer at ReOrbit. Nacho's lifelong passion for complex things has driven his journey into the space sector. He graduated as an electronic engineer in 2009 and has since gained expertise in diverse fields such as telecommunications, electronics, and radiofrequency. Nacho has recently celebrated his first anniversary at ReOrbit, let’s hear his story.
Owning a satellite for full sovereign comms capability
In a world where most networks are owned or operated directly and indirectly by a handful of countries, data sovereignty is a top-of-mind concern for independent states, naturally directing the flow of thought to the next question in line: to buy or to lease a satellite?
ReOrbit will perform in-orbit demonstration of secure space-to-space and space-to-ground data transfer for Earth Observation, part of ESA InCubed Programme
As a continuation of the InCubed activity UKKO - Development and Demonstration of Technologies for Future Earth Observation Satellites, ReOrbit is planning an in-orbit demonstration as an independent standalone flight opportunity.
ReOrbit Signs MoU with SatSure and KaleidEO to Offer Comprehensive Space Infrastructure Solution
Deeptech EO analytics and platform company SatSure, along with its subsidiary KaleidEO, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ReOrbit. This partnership is aimed at developing innovative full-stack solutions to meet the future market demands in the Earth Observation segment.
Let's Space It. Ville Meskus
Meet Ville Meskus, Head of Business Development – Defence at ReOrbit, board member of the Association of Finnish Defence and Aerospace Industries, Finnish Digital Defence Ecosystem, man with many hats. From obtaining an industrial engineering degree in Finland to attending the oldest aerospace school in France, Ville's career transitioned from consulting and product management to head of business development.
Earth Observation Today: Rapid data from space unlocking new business opportunities
EO satellites have taken a significant role in modern life in many ways, with space-borne remote sensing becoming an important tool for the implementation of ‘green’ policy objectives, such as climate change monitoring, environmental protection, and the movement towards more sustainable and transparent business actions.
Let's Space It. Mikael Granit
Introducing Mikael Granit, a Machine Learning Engineer at ReOrbit, who envisions artificial intelligence as a key ally in addressing the escalating challenge of space debris and prolonging the lifespan of satellites. Mikael's fascination with the science and enchantment of space traces back to his childhood—he vividly recalls engaging in lengthy phone discussions about planets with his grandmother even at the tender age of 5, highlighting his innate draw towards the marvels of the cosmos. Read on to find out how Mikael turned his childhood dream into a full-time job.
Next-Generation Satellites: From Loners in Space to Network Nodes
While Sputnik-1 itself is a milestone should be celebrated, Sputnik-1 as a paradigm of a lonely and disconnected space must serve as a compass of what needs to change. What are we still missing? How do we improve the use of satellites and make them meet the demands of today?
ReOrbit Receives Young Innovative Company Funding from Business Finland to Help Expand and Scale Internationally
ReOrbit has been granted a highly esteemed funding from Business Finland.
For enhanced mission efficiency, satellites need to be considered as architectures defined first by software – report shows
The new global market report “Software-first satellites: essential growth lever for space”, produced by ReOrbit, together with Euroconsult, explores the paradigm change that was brought about by New Space, which has accelerated the transformation of the sector enabling widespread access to affordable space technologies and services, boosting the overall market potential.
Critical Communications in the Nordics. Space solutions for preventive actions and mission-critical operations
The world is going through several political upheavals now. They have affected global political and economic systems, and our perception of what we need to do to guarantee our ability to operate securely and with resilience.
Let's Space It. Ernst Wehtje
Meet Ernst Wehtje, Head of Institutional Sales, who celebrates two years at ReOrbit. To mark his work anniversary, Ernst shares his story how he ended up working in space and at ReOrbit, why you should never give up if your first attempt fails, where he finds inspiration to look up at the stars to this very day and what a balance between space as business and space as fun might look like in the future.
Spreads like word-of-space. Satellite telecommunications
Satellite telecommunication is the most mature space application, technological advancement in the area isn’t waiting around the corner and, thus, gaining popularity among New Space companies, which only feeds into the market development trend.
ReOrbit Completes Oversubscribed $7.4M Seed Funding Round: Enabling Real-Time Dataflow in Space
ReOrbit, a Helsinki-based leading provider of software-enabled satellites, has completed an oversubscribed Seed funding round for US$7.4M, led by Inventure VC, along with participation from 10xFounders, existing investor Icebreaker.vc, Expansion, and YesVC.
Let's Space It. Esteban Sferco
Meet Esteban Sferco, Spacecraft Engineer at ReOrbit, whose 18 year long career in space taught him the beauty of the first contact with a satellite in orbit, the importance of navigating different communication styles at work and the crucial lesson of patience, since he is a believer good results are never achieved on the first try.
Autonomous and inter-networking satellites for data flow needs in space. What, Why, How
Interview with Sethu Saveda Suvanam, CEO & Founder at ReOrbit, featured in SpaceNews
ADS and TAS contract ReOrbit to reinforce the next generation of space connectivity, part of ESA’s strategic programme HydRON
ReOrbit joins the European Space Agency (ESA) high throughput optical network (HydRON) programme as a space segment partner.
Let's Space It. Lucas Cittá
Meet Lucas Cittá, Small SatCom Product Manager here at ReOrbit, whose 15 year-long career path in the space industry (and counting) takes roots in radio-frequency engineering. Lucas talks about the importance of soft skills, working as a team and never taking knowledge for granted, as well as the reasons why technological limitations will always be an engineer’s best friend.
Deterministic Networking, Or The Divorce of Sensors and Algorithms
Deterministic networks provide guaranteed latency on a per-deterministic-flow basis. The data traffic of each flow is delivered within a guaranteed bounded latency and low delay variation constraint. Deterministic networks aim to deliver zero data loss due to congestion for all allocated deterministic flows.
Let's Space It. Sridhar Raichetty
Meet Sridhar Raichetty, whose 8-year long career has entailed steep learning curves, unparalleled levels of responsibility and attention to detail, required in the space sector, yet hasn’t diluted the joys of teamwork and the shared sense of accomplishment, and the fascination with the mysteries of space. Sridhar is up for the challenge of going above and beyond: there is a myriad of questions out there, why not to try solving at least some of them?
Becoming a Spacefaring Nation. Finland’s Success Story
The likes of ‘technological superpower’, ‘astropreneurship hub’ and ‘new space cradle’ have been used to describe Finland and its rapidly evolving state of forward-looking support for the space industry. How far-fetched is this?
Optical Inter Satellite Links: A Glimpse Into The Past
An uncomfortable fact: there is no such thing as a true point-to-point radio link. This means, one ideal transmitting antenna sending radio photons to be exclusively captured by a distant receiving antenna. Cable-like. In reality, there will be scattered photons all around the place.
Everything that can be invented, has *not* been invented
While every team is a group, not every group is a team. Jelled teams are the ones making the difference, and jelled teams are nothing but networks of brains working together for a common goal. That’s what we’re building at ReOrbit: a network of people fueled by gray matter.
The Value Chain Behind Earth Observation
Observing the world in images needs a value chain in place, and any missing link in that chain will bring the overall value down to practically zero: imaging devices without storage, processing or networking capabilities are of very little use.
Let’s talk about the elephant in space. Debris and sustainability
What if we change the way we think of and build satellites, instead of dealing with the consequences in the aftermath of using outdated concepts? What if we prevent the rising population of space debris rather than tackle its removal “in the most efficient way”?
ReOrbit welcomes Markus Räikkönen as an Advisor and Angel Investor
ReOrbit continues to grow with the addition of Markus Räikkönen as an Advisor and Angel Investor (part-time) to the company.
ReOrbit signs a deal with VENG to develop next-generation Earth Observation satellites
ReOrbit has signed a deal with VENG to develop next-generation Earth Observation satellites.
ReOrbit joins the Digital Defence Ecosystem
ReOrbit is pleased to announce that we have joined the Digital Defence Ecosystem
6G & Small Satellites: the future of communications is in the making
The solutions to reinforce the mission of helping humans and machines interact and exchange data seamlessly are ready and waiting for their turn to shoot for the stars. Small, cost-effective satellites have an immense potential to expand universal coverage, close the digital divide around the world and benefit global society and the environment.
A Spark of Real Time, In-Orbit Networks
Just as wireless mobile networks have changed the way we communicate, hybrid (RF, optical) in-orbit data networks are the answer to the growing problem of data bottlenecks and delivery delays. Standing on the shoulders of giants, ReOrbit is working on making in-orbit real time networks a reality by designing satellites like routers.
The Previous and Next 01000000 Years of Space Technology
ReOrbit is founded on the pillars of Modularity, Autonomy, Availability and Connectivity, and has set out to lead space technology and usage into the next age.