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Atomic-6 is an advanced manufacturing startup established in 2018 and located in Atlanta, Georgia. The company focuses on the development and mass production of next-generation composite products, particularly carbon fiber materials, tailored for the aerospace, military, and logistics industries. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, Atomic-6 provides engineering consultancy services, assisting organizations in the space and aerospace sectors to integrate advanced composite solutions into their operations. Through its innovative approach, Atomic-6 aims to enhance the efficiency and performance of critical applications within these high-demand industries.

Kall Morris is a space solutions company developing technology for rendezvousing, retrieving, and relocating objects in orbit. It aims to safeguard space and its services by using proprietary AI/ML software and patented hardware to secure orbital hazards non-destructively.

Lumi Space is a company focused on addressing the growing threat of space debris, which poses significant risks to space operations and satellite infrastructure. By offering precise commercial information on satellite orbits, Lumi Space enhances insights into potential collision risks in the increasingly crowded space environment. The company has developed a satellite technology platform that utilizes satellite laser ranging to deliver accurate space surveillance data. In addition to data services, Lumi Space provides satellite retroreflectors and is advancing high-power laser technologies. This innovation aims to minimize the environmental impact associated with satellite operations, contributing to a more sustainable future for the commercial space sector.

Rebel Space Technologies develops autonomous intelligence software and systems that secure mission‑critical operations from Earth to deep space. Its solutions provide adaptive, resilient wireless connectivity and real‑time threat detection and response for networked edge devices. By integrating physical and cyber security, the company delivers actionable insights for complex wireless environments and offers secure radio communications in challenging settings through spectrum awareness and autonomous RF technology.

Magdrive Limited, established in 2019 and headquartered in Didcot, United Kingdom, specializes in developing advanced spacecraft propulsion systems tailored for small satellites. The company's innovative technology features a plasma thruster that combines the high thrust of chemical rockets with the high efficiency of electric thrusters. This dual capability allows spacecraft to travel faster and longer while reducing propellant requirements, thereby lowering costs and improving fuel efficiency for satellite maneuvers and missions in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

Quindar is a provider of a cloud-based platform designed specifically for spacecraft analysis and operations. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes satellite mission management, engineering analytics, and integration. Its platform enables satellite owners to monitor, track, and operate their satellites efficiently, covering aspects from deployment into space to ongoing management. Key features of Quindar's offerings include spacecraft schedule optimization, orbit determination, and collision avoidance services, facilitating streamlined operations for satellite missions. By serving as a one-stop shop in the cloud, Quindar enhances the effectiveness and safety of satellite deployments and operations.

Colossus is building high-performance edge computing hardware for spacecraft.

Dhruva Space is a private space company focused on developing small satellite systems that provide launch services and support space-based applications. The company offers a range of products, including satellites paired with Earth stations, and provides launch services either as an integrated package or as standalone technology services. This flexibility enables clients to effectively access and utilize space exploration technology for various applications both on Earth and in space.

Build Beyond is a pioneering space technology company specializing in orbital debris recycling. It designs and manufactures innovative, autonomous devices that capture and process metals from defunct satellites and other space assets. Using advanced electromagnetic forces and fields, these devices transform the harvested metals into valuable manufacturing feedstock or propellant rods, with no moving parts and minimal heat application. This contactless recycling process enables clients to efficiently manage and repurpose space waste, promoting a cleaner and more sustainable space environment.

Novo Space specializes in developing high-performance, affordable electronics for satellites. Their platform enables customers to create custom subsystems quickly and efficiently, reducing time and costs while maintaining flexibility and reliability.

Kayhan Space is a company that specializes in providing satellite operators with enhanced space situational awareness through its mission analysis platform. It offers a cloud-based collision avoidance service that integrates various spaceflight operations tools. By delivering timely collision avoidance warnings and decision guidance, Kayhan Space enables satellite operators to receive clear and actionable recommendations for safely navigating their missions. This focus on trust and transparency helps ensure that operators can effectively manage the challenges of space traffic, allowing them to maintain their core operations regardless of their location in orbit.

Lunar Outpost is a company dedicated to advancing technology that facilitates sustainable human presence in space, particularly on the lunar surface. It specializes in the development of innovative robotics, including a moon rover designed for autonomous swarm navigation and capable of carrying diverse payloads. Additionally, the company creates Internet of Things (IoT) air quality sensors that monitor and respond to local air quality conditions. This technology not only supports lunar exploration but also aims to have a positive impact on Earth, enabling governments, companies, and communities to establish a sustainable presence in space.

NewOrbit is a satellite manufacturer focused on deploying satellites at extremely low altitudes to enhance telecommunications capabilities and image resolution. The company's satellites deliver higher signal strength and better imaging while reducing mission costs and increasing efficiency for customers in the telecommunications and imaging industries.

Obruta Space Solutions develops autonomous, safe spacecraft docking systems for on-orbit servicing and logistics. The company integrates modular satellite servicing technologies with autonomous navigation and docking capabilities and scalable hardware architectures to enable orbital servicing, extend satellite lifespans, reduce orbital debris, and increase operational flexibility in low Earth orbit.

Xona Space Systems develops and manufactures position, navigation, and timing satellite solutions for smart transportation and infrastructure. The company operates a constellation of low-cost, low-Earth-orbit satellites to deliver secure navigation and timing services with resilience and high location precision for autonomous vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles, mobile robotics, and other location-critical applications. Founded in 2019 and based in San Mateo, California, Xona Space Systems aims to enable safe, scalable operation of intelligent systems at scale.

Aegiq Ltd. is a company specializing in the development of semiconductor-based quantum photonic chips, which are designed for various communications and computing applications such as broadband quantum communication, imaging, microscopy, and scalable quantum computing. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Sheffield, United Kingdom, Aegiq adopts a full-stack photonic quantum computing approach that provides speed, compactness, and modularity. The company's technology serves a diverse range of industries, including defense, aerospace, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, addressing complex computational challenges. Aegiq's integrated photonic platform aims to facilitate large-scale quantum computing with multi-million qubit operations, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and systems related to quantum cybersecurity and networking.

Dynami Battery Corp is a technology company focused on developing customized battery solutions tailored to specific product designs rather than adapting products to fit standard battery sizes. Founded in March 2017 and headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with an office in Washington, DC, Dynami specializes in creating batteries for a variety of applications, including the Internet of Things (IoT), wearable technology, sensors, and medical devices. The company utilizes regional resources and advanced engineering to develop proprietary battery technologies and manufacturing processes. Dynami's innovations offer scalable, cost-effective solutions, enabling industries such as electric vehicles, aerospace, and consumer electronics to benefit from fast-charging batteries with extended lifecycles.

Hydromea develops portable underwater robotics systems that provide access to submerged assets and data. The company offers a scalable multi-robot inspection and sensing system that can be permanently deployed at sea or launched from mobile autonomous craft and remotely tasked to carry out regular inspections, environmental measurements and emergency response. Its in-house sensors can be integrated on drones to deliver faster underwater data collection both onshore and offshore, enabling companies to obtain valuable insights at lower cost. The solution emphasizes portability, affordability and ruggedness to withstand harsh underwater environments.

The first European company to demonstrate deep learning algorithms in orbit, AIKO offers AI-based products for both ground and onboard applications in the space industry. Our products empower real-time decision-making, enhance mission efficiency, and prolong spacecraft lifespan.

Founded in 2020, 3D BioFibR Inc. specializes in manufacturing biomaterials, focusing on producing high-value biofibers such as spider silk, collagen, and chitosan. The company serves global markets including biomedical engineering, green textiles, defense, and aerospace engineering. Its products include 3D tissue cultures and collagen tendons for biomedical research.

Formalloy is a manufacturer of directed energy deposition machines and a provider of metal additive manufacturing solutions, primarily catering to industries such as aerospace, defense, energy, automotive, chemical, and heavy industry. Founded in 2016 by Melanie Lang and Jeff Riemann and based in Spring Valley, California, the company specializes in the design, research, development, manufacture, and integration of systems that produce metallic parts with minimal material waste. Formalloy's innovative laser metal deposition technology offers a cost-effective approach for producing, repairing, and cladding 3D metal parts, allowing for increased design flexibility and economic efficiency compared to traditional manufacturing methods.

Founded in 2019, Starfish Space develops autonomous space tugs for on-demand satellite servicing. Its innovative technology combines orbital mechanics, AI-driven machine vision, and low-thrust electric propulsion to enable precise navigation, docking, and maintenance of satellites across various orbits.

Spintex develops biomimetic technology to produce silk fibers sustainably. It uses alternative proteins and a low-energy process, aiming to reduce environmental impact while creating cost-effective, scalable fibers for sustainable fashion and advanced applications.

ResilienX designs, integrates, and deploys safety-critical software monitoring systems for complex autonomous ecosystems. Their platform ensures real-time safety assurance, airspace integration, and cybersecurity solutions, enabling safe and scalable operations for uncrewed aerial vehicles and advanced air mobility.

Precious Payload provides a space management platform built on a unified format and APIs to accelerate decision making in the space industry. It helps space entrepreneurs test business and technology hypotheses more quickly and at lower cost, and offers end-to-end mission services including launch scheduling, insurance, licensing, and component selection. The platform enables satellite operators and service providers to design, book, and execute missions efficiently by reducing planning time and streamlining communications.

Miraex develops and manufactures photonic and quantum solutions for sensing, networking and computing. Based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the company produces photonic sensors, quantum transducers and quantum converters for industrial solutions, aerospace, security and defense, as well as quantum networking and computing applications. Its industrial sensing offerings aim to prevent asset failures in demanding environments where conventional electronic sensors are inadequate. Miraex also builds quantum integrated circuits for high-sensitivity measurements and distributed quantum computing infrastructures, and pursues full-stack photonic and quantum systems, including prototypes and patented quantum interconnect designs to scale quantum processors, microwave and ion-trap modules, quantum memories, and quantum-enhanced RF receivers for satellite communications and next-generation optical radar systems.

Aeroflux is engaged in the design, development, and manufacture of magnetic brakes for business, commuter, and commercial aircraft. Their patent-pending brake technology enables completely contactless, wear-free braking of even large passenger jets.

Froberg Aerospace is a ground-breaking multimode propulsion system for small satellites. The system employs a single propellant, a single feed system, and a single thruster, but chemical or electric manoeuvres can be performed in orbit, as designed or selected. The design space makes the mission more adaptable as requirements change and enables new, one-of-a-kind capabilities, such as the ability to drastically change the mission on-orbit as new scenarios emerge.

Interstellar is a small, veteran-owned business focused on providing innovations in design and manufacturing for propulsion and space systems. With over 120 years of experience in aerospace and mechanical engineering for advanced space systems, the Interstellar team has previously worked several high-profile Government and Commercial space programs which have included the SpaceX Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the SpaceX Dragon capsule, and NASA’s Space Shuttle. In addition, the Interstellar team has experience stemming from over ten rocket engine development and flight programs including the Space Shuttle Main Engine, Air Force Integrated Powerhead Demonstrator (IPD) engine, NASA J-2X engine, SpaceX Merlin engine, SpaceX Raptor engine, SpaceX Draco and SuperDraco, NASA Additive Manufacturing Demonstrator Engine and the PGA Engine program. The Core Team at Interstellar recently completed two years of advanced development for the Stratolaunch 200,000 pound thrust PGA Engine, which had completed several key design and hardware testing milestones which would have enabled one of the fastest large engine developments in history. Interstellar's mission is to expand Humanity's presence into the solar system in our lifetimes. We intend to do this by creating and providing in-space solutions that utilize advanced manufacturing technology and design.

Miles Space is a Tampa, Florida-based company focused on developing advanced spacecraft propulsion and communication technologies. They specialize in innovative products such as plasma thrusters and signal processing systems, which enhance communication capabilities for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Orbit (GEO) systems. By employing novel technologies like failsafe computing clusters and symbol-aware emitter fingerprinting, Miles Space aims to provide cost-effective solutions for satellite communications, significantly reducing the expenses associated with traditional communication systems. The company is also engaged in the creation of miniature spacecraft designed to travel into outer space, showcasing their groundbreaking navigation and propulsion technologies.

Benchmark Space Systems, Inc. is a company that specializes in the research, design, and manufacture of propulsion products tailored for the small satellite market. Founded in 2014 and based in South Burlington, Vermont, with an additional office in Burlington, the company provides integrated spacecraft propulsion systems, mobility subsystems, and orbit transfer products. Its offerings are essential for various satellite operations, including orbit insertion, deorbit, collision avoidance, and momentum management. Benchmark Space Systems is focused on delivering low-cost propulsion solutions that utilize a non-toxic, inert chemical, enhancing safety in transport and storage. The company's proprietary resistor jet micro propulsion system combines thruster, propellant storage, and control hardware into a compact package, making it an attractive option for businesses, scientists, and universities looking to utilize small satellites. With the small satellite market projected to grow significantly, Benchmark Space Systems is positioned to play a key role in this sector's development.

Per Vices is a developer of software-defined radio technology that enables software developers to create applications that interact with diverse wireless signals and devices. The company's innovative platform supports a wide variety of applications across multiple sectors, including defense, aerospace, telecommunications, and medical industries. Per Vices' technology boasts features such as instantaneous bandwidth, custom channels, and advanced data backhaul processors. By addressing the critical needs for various functions, Per Vices enables its clients to develop and economically integrate systems essential for mission-critical operations.

Impossible Sensing specializes in the development of advanced optical sensor technologies aimed at enhancing exploration in both terrestrial and extraterrestrial environments. The company focuses on creating ultra-sensitive laser spectrometers that can be integrated into onboard landers and rovers, facilitating automated sample capture during space missions. Their innovations support a variety of applications, including space exploration, ocean exploration, and resource extraction in sectors such as mining and oil and gas. Additionally, Impossible Sensing emphasizes the use of data analytics and optoelectronics to enable in-situ geochemical analysis, making significant contributions to fields like spectroscopy and low-limit detection.

AnsuR, based in Norway & Spain, provides software for mission-critical satellite communication of multimedia content, reducing bandwidth by 99% and increasing efficiency by 100 times.

Aeroflux is engaged in the design, development, and manufacture of magnetic brakes for business, commuter, and commercial aircraft. Their patent-pending brake technology enables completely contactless, wear-free braking of even large passenger jets.

Pixxel is space data company that develops hyperspectral earth-imaging satellite constellations to provide global coverage, capturing geospatial data for applications such as climate monitoring, crop yield prediction, urban planning, and disaster response. The constellation aims to deliver near-daily imagery, enabling detection, monitoring, and prediction of global phenomena. The company also offers satellites as a service, allowing clients to access and operate imaging assets to monitor changing environmental, economic, and security conditions. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Bengaluru, India.

Infinite Composites designs and manufactures advanced composite pressure vessels and gas storage systems for aerospace, industrial gas, and transportation markets. Founded in 2010, the company aims to advance composite pressure vessel technology and make the Infinite Composite Pressure Vessel (iCPV) a key enabling technology for space exploration and sustainable transport. It emphasizes continuous improvement and quality, pursuing products free of defects. The vessels offer a favorable weight ratio, supporting weight-sensitive applications such as launch vehicles, satellites, spacecraft, oxygen-breathing systems, and fuel suppression, thereby enabling broader adoption of composite pressure vessels across industries.

Infinite Composites designs and manufactures advanced composite pressure vessels and gas storage systems for aerospace, industrial gas, and transportation markets. Founded in 2010, the company aims to advance composite pressure vessel technology and make the Infinite Composite Pressure Vessel (iCPV) a key enabling technology for space exploration and sustainable transport. It emphasizes continuous improvement and quality, pursuing products free of defects. The vessels offer a favorable weight ratio, supporting weight-sensitive applications such as launch vehicles, satellites, spacecraft, oxygen-breathing systems, and fuel suppression, thereby enabling broader adoption of composite pressure vessels across industries.

QEYnet develops microsatellite networks for Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), pioneering ultra-secure global communications. It designs spacecraft and fiber optic technology to generate encryption keys, ensuring secure connections at reduced costs.

PTScientists is a private space technology company focussed on enabling cost-efficient and widely usable access to space by bringing down the costs of space missions. The ALINA spacecraft is at the heart of our mission technology enabling a wide range of commercially viable infrastructure assets such as a 4G network basestation developed in cooperation with Vodafone and the Nokia Bell Labs.

Grid energy on-the-go. The grid holds vast, clean, low-cost energy. Until now, there's been no practical method to tap the grid while moving at high speed. Electric Sky is changing that, developing new techniques for transmitting higher energy over longer distances. We're exploring power-hungry applications like space launch, electric aircraft, UAMs (Urban Air Mobility vehicles), UAVs (drones), electric trucks & cars, UUVs (Unmanned Underwater Vehicles), robotics, handheld power tools, and portable consumer electronic devices. Our customers will appreciate lower costs; the planet will appreciate zero emissions.

Galaktika is a global platform and fund to create jointly global space project – first city in space.

Seer Tracking is a privately held company based in Palo Alto, CA. Our vision is to provide space debris classification and tracking services to commercial constellation satellite companies, private spaceflight operations, and government space agencies. Seer Tracking resolves complex space debris tracking problems by utilizing Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) capable of recognizing orbital patterns and grouping clouds of debris. We ultimately seek to provide an accurate alternative to the current space debris tracking technology.

Universal Transport Systems is dedicated to bringing human spaceflight down to Earth. To accomplish this goal we are creating a near single stage to orbit spacecraft that operates similar to a light airplane; requiring only a very small team to launch. Our key technological differentiators include a unique solid propellant rocket engine that is throttleable, stoppable, and in-flight restartable; as well as a pressure stabilized "inflatable" vehicle design. Combined with the pressure stabilized vehicle, the engine allows for incredibly high propellant mass fractions. The engine and propellant design dramatically improves safety while reducing launch costs. In order to monetize this new industry which we are creating, we will make most of our money through propellant sales; as repeat business is the most reliable revenue stream. Several years ago we started with a handful of novel ideas and began prototyping. Today we have an engine system, two full scale vehicles in testing, and a portfolio of patentable, patent pending, and patented technology. Our next step is to enter the DARPA Launch Challenge (we have already perqualified), where we will be given $400K to continue development, and up to $12M more if we make our orbital launch goals.

Leap Biosystems is a Canadian company that specializes in developing innovative next-generation medical technologies and astronaut medical training platforms. Their mission is to support upcoming human space exploration initiatives by providing advanced healthcare solutions designed for remote environments. The company combines clinical medicine with space exploration technologies, enabling clients to access remote medical procedure guidance technology.

Reaction Dynamics is a pioneering rocket company developing breakthrough launch technology based on hybrid propulsion. Its innovative approach significantly reduces environmental impact compared to current technologies, aiming for regular and low-cost access to space.

CisLunar Industries develops technology to recycle and reuse space debris, transforming its economics. This enables in-space manufacturing and accelerates clean-up efforts.

Voyager Space Technologies, Inc. is a company based in San Diego, California, that specializes in the development of satellite design software. Established in 2017, it has pioneered an artificial intelligence platform aimed at automating spacecraft design processes. Voyager’s flagship product, SatBuilder, enables engineers to connect analyses, track requirements, and make informed design decisions efficiently. By integrating mission and reliability requirements, the software suggests commercially available components that comply with the necessary software, electrical, mechanical, and reliability standards. Collaborating with vendors and satellite manufacturers, Voyager provides tailored solutions that meet stringent mission parameters, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with satellite design.

New Ascent aims to democratize access to space by developing fixed, reusable infrastructure and ruggedized systems. Their ground-based launch technology enables more frequent and affordable missions, targeting non-traditional space customers.

Cognitive Space is a company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform aimed at enhancing satellite constellation management. By leveraging machine intelligence, the platform facilitates mission management, collections planning, and communications link coordination for satellite operators. This innovative technology enables organizations to optimize their satellite capacity in response to dynamic market demands, thereby unlocking significant revenue and operational potential. Cognitive Space's solutions contribute to more effective monitoring of Earth, supporting economic, environmental, and national security initiatives within the rapidly evolving space industry.

Ceres Robotics is a company that specializes in the development of advanced space robots designed to aid in the construction of facilities and habitats on the Moon, Mars, asteroids, and other celestial bodies. The company's innovative robots incorporate affordable and intelligent artificial intelligence, empowering users to achieve ambitious goals in space exploration and colonization. By focusing on the practical needs of extraterrestrial construction, Ceres Robotics aims to contribute significantly to humanity's efforts in expanding its presence beyond Earth.

Altius Space Machines specializes in space robotics and technology, developing affordable satellite servicing solutions. Founded in 2010, the company offers lightweight interfaces for satellites and services including custom interface development, prototype fabrication, testing, and on-orbit satellite servicing.

Forcen develops and manufactures force-sensing film for various industries, including surgical robotics, industrial robotics, and aerospace. Its film can be integrated into parts or assemblies of devices in these sectors, providing real-time force feedback. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

SpaceRyde, formerly known as Loonify Space, is a company focused on providing innovative launch solutions for small satellites. It utilizes a unique approach where a high-performing ultra-light rocket is carried by a balloon to the edge of the atmosphere before being launched into Low Earth Orbit. This method serves as a taxi service for satellites, offering on-demand access to space. In addition to satellite launch services, SpaceRyde's platform also includes capabilities for fuel and tool delivery to space tugs, as well as the option for customers to purchase an entire rocket along with its payload capacity. This comprehensive approach enables clients to efficiently deploy their satellites without the need for ride-sharing arrangements, thereby streamlining the process of accessing space.

NoPo Nanotechnologies aims to make space travel more accessible by mass-producing Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes (SWNTs), an ideal material for spacecraft construction due to its high strength, radiation resistance, and low weight. The company's proprietary NoPo HiPCO technology enables consistent production of SWNTs at scale.

Wyvern operates space satellites equipped with hyperspectral sensors, capturing high-resolution imagery across multiple spectral bands. This enables diverse applications such as agriculture monitoring, forestry management, environmental assessment, and geospatial intelligence.

The Launch Company is a manufacturer focused on providing hardware and ground support equipment for the aerospace industry. It specializes in the design and development of systems that facilitate access to space for next-generation space companies. The company offers various services, including ground support equipment design, operational concept development, and procedures analysis for safety and redundancy. Additionally, The Launch Company has created tested and operational hardware for autonomous refueling of launch vehicles and spacecraft, aimed at improving efficiency in space missions. By enabling consistent and reliable deliveries to orbit, The Launch Company supports its clients' efforts to advance in the evolving aerospace market.

Founded in 2017, Leo Aerospace designs and develops innovative microsatellite launch technology. Known as 'rockoon', the system involves launching rockets from high-altitude balloons to bypass atmospheric resistance, offering a cost-effective solution for various satellite applications.

MesoMat specializes in developing lightweight plastic fibers that serve as strain sensors, monitoring fatigue and fracture in critical materials. Their sensing fibers, integrated with custom electronics and software, enable real-time condition-based monitoring to prevent failures. These fibers can be embedded into various high-strain environments.

Founded in 2017, Leo Aerospace designs and develops innovative microsatellite launch technology. Known as 'rockoon', the system involves launching rockets from high-altitude balloons to bypass atmospheric resistance, offering a cost-effective solution for various satellite applications.

Atomos Space is an aerospace company developing orbital transfer vehicles and space propulsion technologies, including space nuclear options, to enable flexible and cost-efficient access to space. The company's systems are designed to provide maneuverability and a sustainable orbital environment, allowing satellite operators to reach diverse orbits and destinations without relying on heavy, costly propulsion. By simplifying access to space and reducing propulsion burdens, Atomos Space seeks to lower operating costs and expand the range of viable mission profiles for payloads in orbit.

SpaceRyde, formerly known as Loonify Space, is a company focused on providing innovative launch solutions for small satellites. It utilizes a unique approach where a high-performing ultra-light rocket is carried by a balloon to the edge of the atmosphere before being launched into Low Earth Orbit. This method serves as a taxi service for satellites, offering on-demand access to space. In addition to satellite launch services, SpaceRyde's platform also includes capabilities for fuel and tool delivery to space tugs, as well as the option for customers to purchase an entire rocket along with its payload capacity. This comprehensive approach enables clients to efficiently deploy their satellites without the need for ride-sharing arrangements, thereby streamlining the process of accessing space.

Kognitiv Spark Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in mixed reality software solutions designed to enhance the capabilities of industrial workers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fredericton, the company’s flagship product, RemoteSpark, is a cloud-based application that enables remote technicians to connect with experts through devices like tablets, phones, laptops, and HoloLens headsets. This platform facilitates real-time guidance by allowing experts to see what technicians see and to provide holographic instructions and resources, significantly improving task execution and training. Kognitiv Spark's offerings are particularly beneficial in sectors such as aerospace, defense, and security, where they help reduce equipment downtime, streamline knowledge transfer, and minimize the necessity for expert travel. With a focus on industrial-grade security and low-bandwidth operation, RemoteSpark is recognized for its reliability and effectiveness in complex operational environments.

Hala Systems, Inc. is a defense technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. It specializes in developing advanced solutions aimed at civilian protection, accountability, and the prevention of violence in conflict zones. The company offers a range of equipment, including an insight portal, remote sensors, and remotely activated devices, which are designed to improve security and stabilize communities before, during, and after conflicts. Additionally, Hala Systems develops algorithms and a threat-prediction system that utilizes artificial intelligence and a multi-sensor network to provide real-time situational awareness of threats. These capabilities enable government and non-governmental organizations to identify trends, predict changes, and respond effectively to crises, ultimately aiming to reduce casualties and trauma in both warfare and post-conflict recovery scenarios.

NanoQuan Inc. is a Canadian company based in Kitchener that specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced nanocomposite materials. The firm focuses on creating innovative materials with exceptional electrical, mechanical, optical, and thermal properties, catering to various industries, including electronics, automotive, and aerospace. Utilizing a proprietary dispersion-mixing technology, NanoQuan effectively incorporates nano-fillers into a diverse range of host materials, allowing for customized solutions to meet specific industry requirements at competitive prices.

VoltSafe develops magnet-based electric connectivity technology that replaces traditional pronged plugs with magnetic connectors and an electrical fingerprint to control power. The universal connectors work with alternating current or direct current across different voltages, improving safety by reducing the risk of electrocution, electrical arcing, corrosion and fires, and incorporating energy management capabilities for safer, more efficient power delivery across home, transportation, marine and aerospace sectors.

SkyWatch is a company that offers a digital infrastructure for the distribution of Earth observation data and derived intelligence. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, it has developed a satellite data intelligence platform that aims to make satellite data accessible to a wide range of users. The platform enables developers to integrate Earth observation data into their applications and workflows efficiently, supporting various applications such as crop monitoring, market prediction, tracking of ships and airplanes, and measuring global warming. By providing tools for data analysis and access to remote sensing datasets, SkyWatch empowers users to leverage satellite data for diverse purposes.

SkyWatch is a company that offers a digital infrastructure for the distribution of Earth observation data and derived intelligence. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, it has developed a satellite data intelligence platform that aims to make satellite data accessible to a wide range of users. The platform enables developers to integrate Earth observation data into their applications and workflows efficiently, supporting various applications such as crop monitoring, market prediction, tracking of ships and airplanes, and measuring global warming. By providing tools for data analysis and access to remote sensing datasets, SkyWatch empowers users to leverage satellite data for diverse purposes.