What is Infostellar?
Headquartered in Tokyo with a strategic presence in the United Kingdom, Infostellar operates as a specialized Ground Segment as a Service (GSaaS) provider. The company’s core innovation, the StellarStation cloud platform, effectively virtualizes ground station networks, thereby lowering the traditional barriers to entry for satellite operators. By providing a flexible, scalable, and cloud-native interface, Infostellar empowers emerging space enterprises to optimize mission performance and enhance service reliability. The firm occupies a vital niche in the NewSpace ecosystem, bridging the gap between complex satellite hardware and the digital infrastructure required for seamless global connectivity.
How much funding has Infostellar raised?
Infostellar has raised a total of $17.5M across 4 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$529K
Series A
$7.3M
Other Financing Round
$3.5M
Series B
$6.2M
Angel/Seed (2016): $529K, investors not publicly disclosed
Series A (2017): $7.3M led by The D4V, 500 Startups Japan, FreakOut Holdings, Weru Investment, Airbus Ventures, and Sony Innovation Fund
Other Financing Round (2020): $3.5M supported by Airbus Ventures and Sony Innovation Fund
Series B (2021): $6.2M featuring Mizuho Capital Co., SPARX Innovation for Future, Mitsubishi Corporation, tb innovations, and ITOCHU
Key Investors in Infostellar
Airbus Ventures
Airbus Ventures supports deeptech entrepreneurs by providing growth capital and strategic guidance to companies focused on transformative, sustainable solutions for the future of Earth and space.
Sony Innovation Fund
The corporate venture arm of Sony, this fund invests in disruptive startups to foster technological innovation and provide access to Sony's extensive global network and collaborative resources.
Mizuho Capital Co.
A prominent Japanese venture capital firm operating within the investment banking sector, specializing in providing financial backing and strategic support to high-growth technology enterprises.
What's next for Infostellar?
Looking ahead, Infostellar is positioned to leverage its recent capital influx to expand its global ground station footprint and refine its cloud-based virtualization capabilities. As the demand for real-time satellite data continues to surge across commercial and governmental sectors, the company’s focus will likely shift toward deepening its integration with major satellite constellations and enhancing the interoperability of its StellarStation platform. By maintaining its commitment to reducing operational overhead for space businesses, Infostellar is well-equipped to capture significant market share in the rapidly evolving satellite communications landscape, ensuring long-term sustainability and technological leadership.
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