Japanese space debris firm to work with Indian companies
TOKYO - Japan's Astroscale, a company specialised in removing orbital junk, has agreed with Bengaluru-based space companies Digantara and Bellatrix Aerospace to collaborate on technology and services, it said on Friday, Kantaro Komiya and Nivedita Bhattacharjee write for Reuters. Continue reading original article.
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24 March 2025 - Reuters says with satellite numbers rising, potential collision risks could exceed $500 million over five years. Digantara provides space situational awareness services for U.S. defense agencies, while Bellatrix Aerospace develops satellite propulsion systems. Astroscale plans to offer on-orbit services for Indian government clients, unlocking new market opportunities, according to Digantara's VP. Bellatrix sees this as a key step into Japan.
India has opened its space sector to private players beyond ISRO and launched a $116 million fund to support startups. Astroscale is collaborating with JAXA on a 2027 commercial debris removal mission and has secured contracts with the U.S. Space Force and European space agencies for satellite lifespan extension services.
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