Axelspace

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Axelspace is a space venture company specializing in the development and operation of microsatellites and Earth observation platforms. The company has a demonstrated history of innovation, originating from a team that successfully launched and operated a one-kilogram microsatellite in 2003. Axelspace currently manufactures microsatellites in-house, utilizing an onsite cleanroom facility, and has deployed 11 satellites to date.

Axelspace’s core offering is the AxelGlobe platform, providing daily global imaging coverage for a variety of industries. They also offer a one-stop microsatellite service called AxelLiner. Recent developments include the December 2025 launch of a demonstration satellite, RAISE-4, equipped with their D-SAIL technology under a JAXA program, and collaborations with Geoimage and SI Analytics for satellite data distribution in Australia.

Axelspace distinguishes itself through its focus on microsatellite technology and commitment to sustainability. The company has initiated a “Green Spacecraft Standard” to minimize the environmental impact of its operations, addressing concerns around space debris and responsible manufacturing. With a team of approximately 160 professionals, Axelspace aims to make space-based infrastructure more accessible and impactful for businesses globally.