Multi-Launch Agreement Reached Between Axelspace, Exolaunch
Has Secured Launches for Eight Satellites on Upcoming Missions
A multi-launch agreement (MLA) has been reached by microsatellite operator Axelspace and launch integrator Exolaunch securing the deployment of eight Axelspace satellites on upcoming missions.
“Axelspace is a trailblazer in Japan’s space industry, and we are proud to support their ongoing satellite launch program through this new Multi-Launch Agreement.”
Kier Fortier, Exolaunch
In particular, one satellite scheduled for launch under the new Agreement will be used in the AxelLiner business’s in-orbit demonstration service, “AxelLiner Laboratory”, a new service originating from the AxelLiner business that is specialized in in-orbit demonstration of space components.
Conducting in-orbit demonstrations in a short period of time is known to be a significant challenge due to the inconsistent opportunities provided for in-orbit demonstration missions and its lengthy process from selection to launch, often taking up to several years.
Against this backdrop, space policies promoted by government bodies—including the Space Strategic Fund—position the establishment of a domestic satellite supply chain as a key priority. As a result, demand is growing for timely in-orbit demonstrations of innovative satellite components originating in Japan. To overcome these existing challenges involved in in-orbit demonstrations, Axelspace has developed a service tailored to such special needs by leveraging the short development time and mass-production capabilities realized by AxelLiner.
As global demand for satellite launches has surged, few launch providers can offer the flexibility to accommodate desired launch windows and orbits recently. Securing launch opportunities is essential for us to steadily develop and operate our satellite and carry out our missions as scheduled. Exolaunch, with over a decade of flight heritage and more than 650 satellites launched across 40+ missions to date, provides Axelspace with a quick and reliable access to all available global launch opportunities, streamlined launch capacity procurement, comprehensive launch mission management, global logistics, satellite integration, and deployment services.
“Axelspace is a trailblazer in Japan’s space industry, and we are proud to support their ongoing satellite launch program through this new Multi-Launch Agreement,” said Kier Fortier, VP of Global Business Development at Exolaunch. “With our global footprint, including Exolaunch Japan, and extensive flight heritage in delivering small satellites safely to orbit, we look forward to providing Axelspace with reliable global launch access and deep launch mission management expertise to support efficient, quick deployment of Axelspace’s satellite constellation.”
With this latest launch contract, Axelspace has secured launches for a total of 13 satellites, including eight with Exolaunch.