D-Orbit Company Spotlight
Building Europe’s Space Logistics Infrastructure Through Proven Orbital Transfer Technology
D-Orbit has established itself as Europe’s leading space logistics company by delivering over 200 payloads to orbit through 21 commercial missions of its proprietary ION Satellite Carrier platform. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Milan, Italy, the company has evolved from a New Space startup into a critical infrastructure provider for the rapidly expanding satellite industry. With €150 million ($166 million) raised in its recently closed Series C funding round led by Marubeni Corporation of Japan, D-Orbit is positioned to expand beyond last-mile satellite delivery into comprehensive orbital servicing, refueling, and debris management. The company’s track record of operational success distinguishes it in a market where many orbital transfer vehicle (OTV) competitors remain in development or early operational phases.
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