Astranis

Overview Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is a U.S. satellite manufacturer and operator focused on small, high‑orbit communications satellites. Founded in 2015 by John Gedmark and Ryan McLinko, Astranis builds “MicroGEO” satellites that provide dedicated regional broadband capacity from geostationary orbit (GEO). The company is headquartered and manufactures at Historic Pier 70 in San Francisco, California. Products and Technology • MicroGEO platform: A compact GEO communications satellite designed for rapid production and dedicated regional service. MicroGEO uses a software‑defined radio payload and digital processing to reconfigure coverage, frequencies, and power on orbit. First‑generation spacecraft targeted single‑digit‑Gbps throughput, while the latest production incorporates higher‑throughput payloads, larger reflectors, and propulsion upgrades. • Omega: Astranis’ next‑generation high‑throughput GEO platform, designed to deliver 50+ Gbps per satellite while maintaining a small‑satellite form factor. Initial Omega satellites are slated for mid‑decade production and launch. • Ground and integration: Astranis delivers turnkey systems that include gateways and user‑terminal integration with local telecom partners and ISPs, aiming to lower time‑to‑service in underserved markets. Programs and Customers • Alaska: Arcturus (for Pacific Dataport) was the first commercial MicroGEO, launched in 2023 to expand internet coverage in Alaska. A vendor‑supplied solar array drive issue limited continuous operations; the vehicle has been repurposed for short‑term demonstration missions. • Latin America: Two satellites for Grupo Andesat to expand rural broadband in Peru; two satellites for Apco Networks (AiTelecom) to deliver Ka‑band services in Mexico. • Asia: Multiple satellites for Orbits Corp to serve the Philippines (“Agila” program), and a small GEO satellite (“Thaicom‑9”) for Thai operator Thaicom. • Mobility: A multi‑satellite program for Anuvu to provide aviation and maritime connectivity; the first two satellites entered service in 2025. • Government: Astranis is developing concepts for Resilient GPS (R‑GPS) small PNT satellites for the U.S. Space Force and pursues additional high‑orbit missions with U.S. government customers. Launches and Constellation • December 2024: A dedicated Falcon 9 launched four MicroGEO satellites (including Andesat‑1, two for Anuvu, and “UtilitySat” as a flexible on‑orbit spare). • 2025: Additional Falcon 9 missions are contracted to launch a further batch of MicroGEO spacecraft, including Thaicom‑9 and an additional satellite for Apco Networks. By 2025 the company reports five satellites on orbit and a contracted backlog exceeding ten satellites. Facilities, Team, and Financing • Headquarters and manufacturing: 153,000‑sq‑ft facility at Pier 70 in San Francisco, including environmental test, integration, and production lines. • Team: 400+ employees across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and government programs. • Capital: More than $750 million raised from institutional investors since founding; the company reports a contracted backlog of more than $1 billion in satellite services. Strategy Astranis targets markets where a single, dedicated GEO satellite can deliver rapid, localized broadband capacity at lower cost than legacy multi‑ton GEO spacecraft. The company’s roadmap focuses on scaling MicroGEO production, bringing the higher‑capacity Omega line to market, and expanding government programs in high‑orbits (GEO and MEO) for communications and PNT.