Space Companies in Germany
68 space organizations headquartered in Germany driving innovation in the global aerospace industry.
Quick Facts
- National space agency
- DLR
- Agency established
- 1969
- Agency headquarters
- Cologne, Germany
- Tracked organizations
- 68 space companies & agencies
- Industry active since
- 1903
- Primary space hub
- Munich (19 companies)
- Leading sector
- launch-services (10 companies)
About DLR
The German Aerospace Center (DLR) is Germany's national aeronautics and space research center. DLR conducts research in aeronautics, space, energy, transport, and security. The agency operates research facilities, develops satellite technology, and manages German participation in ESA programs and international missions…
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Quick Stats
- Companies with funding
- 0
- Active/Operational
- 50
- In Development
- 12
All Companies (68)
Airbus Space Exploration
operationalAirbus Space and Defence develops spacecraft, satellites, and space exploration systems. Building th…
Airmo
operationalFounded in 2022 and based in Munich, Germany, Airmo is a European startup focused on developing smal…
Alpine Space Ventures
operationalAlpine Space Ventures is a Munich-based VC exclusively investing in early-stage space companies. The…
Astos Solutions
operationalAstos Solutions, founded in 2006 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, is a space systems engineering com…
ASTROFEIN
operationalASTROFEIN, founded in 1993 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a specialized aerospace company focused …
Atmos Space Cargo
operationalAtmos Space Cargo develops the Phoenix reentry spacecraft with an inflatable heat shield for returni…
AZUR SPACE Solar Power
operationalAZUR SPACE is the European leader in multi-junction solar cells for space with 50+ years experience.…
Berlin Space Technologies
operationalBerlin Space Technologies, founded in 2010 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a space technology compa…
Constellr
operationalConstellr develops precision thermal imaging satellites for agriculture and environmental monitoring…
CPI VERTEX Antennentechnik
operationalWorldwide supplier of precision antenna systems and ground stations with full motion antennas up to …
Dcubed
operationalLeader in deployable structures and in-space manufacturing of solar arrays. ARAQYS system will demon…
Deutsches Museum
operationalThe Deutsches Museum in Munich, Germany is one of the world's largest science and technology museums…
DLR
operationalThe German Aerospace Center (DLR) is Germany's national aeronautics and space research center. DLR c…
EOMAP
operationalEOMAP provides satellite-derived water quality and bathymetry data. The German company uses Earth ob…
EOS GmbH
operationalWorld's leading industrial 3D printing provider since 1989. Over 30 alloys and 75 qualified processe…
European Astronaut Centre
operationalThe EAC is ESA's official headquarters for astronaut selection, training, and support. Includes 100+…
Exolaunch
operationalExolaunch is a leading launch services provider specializing in small satellite deployment and rides…
German Orbital Systems
operationalGerman Orbital Systems, founded in 2014 as a spin-off from the Technical University of Berlin, is a …
Hannover Re Space
operationalThird-largest reinsurer globally. Writing aviation and space business for over 30 years. Provides ob…
HENSOLDT
operationalGerman sensor solutions company developing space-based radar systems, satellite sensors, and electro…
HPS GmbH
operationalHPS is the European specialist for satellite antennas of all sizes. Develops solid reflector antenna…
IABG
operationalIABG operates major European space simulation facilities including thermal vacuum chambers from 2m t…
Jena-Optronik
operationalJena-Optronik, founded in 1991 and based in Jena, Germany, is a company specializing in attitude det…
LiveEO
operationalLiveEO provides satellite-based infrastructure monitoring using AI analysis. The German company moni…
LS telcom
operationalLS telcom, founded in 1992 and headquartered in Lichtenau, Germany, is a publicly traded provider of…
Morpheus Space
operationalMorpheus Space develops electric propulsion systems for small satellites and in-space mobility. The …
MT Aerospace
operationalMT Aerospace, founded in 1970 and based in Augsburg, Germany, is a leading manufacturer of lightweig…
Munich Re Space
operationalMunich Re is a leading reinsurer providing capacity for space risks. The company underwrites launch …
Narda Safety Test Solutions
operationalNarda Safety Test Solutions, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Pfullingen, Germany, is a global p…
ND SatCom
operationalGerman satellite communications ground systems provider. Develops ground stations, flyaway terminals…
Neutron Star Systems
operationalGerman developer of SUPREME superconductor-based magnetoplasmadynamic thrusters scalable from 1kW to…
OHB System
operationalOHB System develops satellites and space systems for science, Earth observation, and navigation. Maj…
OKAPI:Orbits
operationalOKAPI:Orbits provides Space Traffic Management solutions that reduce collision probabilities by 60% …
OroraTech
operationalOroraTech operates thermal infrared satellites for wildfire detection and monitoring. The German com…
Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum
operationalThe Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum in Germany preserves the history of rocket development at…
Planet Labs Germany
operationalPlanet's German operations support European customer relationships and regulatory compliance. Planet…
Reflex Aerospace
operationalReflex Aerospace is a NewSpace startup offering rapid custom 75-500kg small satellites with 12-month…
SGL Carbon
operationalSGL Carbon, founded in 1992 and headquartered in Wiesbaden, Germany, is a specialist in the developm…
Space Ventures Investors
operationalSpace Ventures Investors (SVI) is a Frankfurt-based investment firm for commercial satellite operato…
SpaceTech GmbH
operationalSpaceTech GmbH, founded in 1991 and based in Immenstaad, Germany, specializes in the development and…
Technical University of Munich Space
operationalTechnical University of Munich Space (TUM Space) is a research and academic group within the Technic…
Tesat-Spacecom
operationalTesat-Spacecom is a German company specializing in satellite communication payloads and laser commun…
The Exploration Company
operationalThe Exploration Company is developing Nyx, a reusable spacecraft for cargo transport to space statio…
TU Munich Aerospace
operationalTechnical University of Munich's Department of Aerospace and Geodesy conducts world-class research i…
University of Stuttgart Aerospace
operationalUniversity of Stuttgart's Institute of Space Systems and Institute of Aircraft Design are leaders in…
University of Stuttgart IRS
operationalThe University of Stuttgart’s Institut für Raumfahrtsysteme (IRS) is a leading European university-b…
UP42
operationalUP42 operates a geospatial marketplace and developer platform providing access to satellite imagery …
Vyoma
operationalVyoma develops space traffic management services using proprietary tracking data and AI. The German …
Yuri
operationalYuri (Yuri LUX GmbH) is a space biotech company offering Lab-as-a-Service for life science research …
Yuri Gravity
operationalGerman microgravity services company. Bioreactors for ISS. Parabolic flight services. Microgravity r…
MTU Aero Engines Space
publicMTU Aero Engines develops aerospace propulsion components and systems. The German company manufactur…
OHB SE
publicOHB SE is a German space and technology company specializing in satellite systems and aerospace tech…
Alcan Systems
developmentAlcan Systems, founded in 2016 and based in Darmstadt, Germany, is a smart antenna company specializ…
European Spaceflight
developmentEuropean Spaceflight, founded in 2019 and based in Bremen, Germany, is a media company focused exclu…
HyImpulse Technologies
developmentHyImpulse Technologies GmbH is a German aerospace company focused on revolutionizing access to space…
Hypersat
developmentHypersat, founded in 2020 and based in Munich, Germany, is a company focused on the development of s…
Isar Aerospace
developmentIsar Aerospace is a German aerospace company founded in March 2018 by Daniel Metzler (CEO), Markus B…
ISPTech
developmentISPTech, founded in 2020 and based in Munich, Germany, is a space propulsion company specializing in…
Orbitalum
developmentOrbitalum is a German micro-launcher startup based in Bremen developing small satellite launch capab…
Polaris Spaceplanes
developmentPolaris develops reusable spaceplanes that can take off and land from any airport. Their Aurora spac…
RFA (Rocket Factory Augsburg)
developmentRocket Factory Augsburg develops the RFA ONE orbital launch vehicle for small and medium satellites.…
Rivada Space Networks
development600-satellite LEO constellation with optical inter-satellite links. Patent-protected mesh network ar…
Rocket Factory Augsburg
developmentRocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) is a German launch vehicle company developing the RFA ONE rocket for s…
SPAICE
developmentSPAICE, founded in 2021 and based in Munich, Germany, is a nascent space technology company focused …
AXESS Networks
acquiredAXESS Networks provides managed satellite communication services for enterprise and government. Oper…
BlackBridge
acquiredBlackBridge, founded in 2004 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a company historically focused on Eart…
Mynaric
restructuredMynaric is a leading manufacturer of laser optical communication terminals for satellite constellati…
PTScientists
restructuredPTScientists (Part-Time Scientists) developed the ALINA lunar lander and Audi lunar quattro rovers. …
