Starbridge Venture Capital

Starbridge Venture Capital is a venture capital fund focused on the overlap between the space technology sector and traditional technology investments. There is true innovation happening across multiple sectors of space science and technology and at a pace that is quite obviously accelerating. Our focus is on finding and investing in companies whose products will play an important role in developing new commercial space activity, while at the same time having large profit potential in existing markets right here on earth. We call these companies and products 'Space Scalable,' and believe they are the foundation on which the next decade of both commercial space and successful space investing will be built.

Gary Bickford

Co-Founder

Neil Kaplan

General Partner

Lindsey Yee

Principal

25 past transactions

Lynk Global

Series A in 2023
Lynk Global, Inc. is a mobile network technology company based in Falls Church, Virginia, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing broadband communication services directly to Internet of Things (IoT) devices and mobile phones. Lynk Global offers satellite-based telecommunication services that enable standard mobile phones to connect globally without requiring any modifications to hardware or software. By utilizing low-earth-orbit satellites, Lynk Global aims to deliver universal connectivity, ensuring users can access communication services virtually anywhere in the world.

Umbra

Series B in 2022
Umbra is a space technology company that specializes in developing high-resolution earth observation systems and providing commercial satellite data services. The company aims to empower both government and commercial partners with consistent and actionable insights, essential for informed decision-making in various sectors such as land use, wildlife protection, and climate change mitigation. By offering reliable access to sophisticated remote sensing solutions, Umbra enables organizations to monitor the Earth effectively and respond to pressing global challenges. Its commitment to delivering high-quality intelligence data ensures that customers can trust their critical mission outcomes and make strategies that address the evolving needs of the planet.

AlumaPower

Series A in 2022
AlumaPower develops an aluminum-based energy source providing carbon-free energy.

Xplore

Series A in 2022
Xplore Inc is a company that specializes in developing space aircraft and offering space as a service. Founded in 2017 and based in Mercer Island, Washington, Xplore provides a range of services including mission planning, spacecraft engineering, flight financing, payload insurance, communications, data management, and spacecraft operations. The company caters to both government agencies and commercial space enterprises, engaging in missions that span the moon, earth, Venus, Mars, asteroids, and custom expeditions. Xplore's satellite constellation is equipped with remote sensing instruments such as optical, video, and hyperspectral sensors, which generate valuable data and insights for clients. Furthermore, Xplore's edge computing capabilities facilitate the creation of data fusion products, allowing for on-orbit insights and reducing latency and data transmission costs.

Lucid Circuit

Seed Round in 2022
Lucid Circuit is a Santa Monica-based company developing energy-efficient signal processing and machine learning platforms for aerospace applications. Our team of innovators is creating our own line of radiation-tolerant processors for reliable, high-performance, cognitive applications in edge devices. Our technologies will improve onboard processing capabilities to allow for the collection and delivery of near real-time analytics through reduced communication bandwidth requirements. Technology is changing, and Lucid Circuit is here to meet the new processing demands of the future.

OffWorld

Series A in 2021
OffWorld is focused on developing advanced modular robots designed for use in the mining, infrastructure, and space sectors. The company utilizes a proprietary artificial intelligence-powered platform that facilitates multi-robot swarm behaviors and collective intelligence, allowing for enhanced operation in extreme and unstructured environments. This innovative approach aims to address critical operational challenges, enabling clients to significantly boost productivity and cost efficiency while improving employee health and safety and reducing their carbon footprint. OffWorld's technology is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of mission-critical applications across various industries.

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Series B in 2021
Commonwealth Fusion Systems LLC is a research and development company focused on advancing fusion energy technology to provide an inexhaustible power source. Established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes rare-earth barium copper oxide superconductor technology to create fusion energy systems. Commonwealth Fusion Systems was spun out of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and collaborates with MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center to leverage decades of government-funded fusion research. By integrating established physics with innovative magnet technology, the company aims to accelerate the commercialization of fusion energy, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to clean and renewable energy sources while addressing climate change challenges.

New Age Meats

Series A in 2021
New Age Meats is a biotechnology company that develops healthy cultivated meat grown from animal cells instead of animal slaughter.

Space Forge

Seed Round in 2021
Space Forge Limited, founded in 2018 and based in Bristol, United Kingdom, focuses on developing reusable satellites for manufacturing unique materials in space. The company's innovative approach allows for the production of super materials that cannot be created on Earth, utilizing the advantages of the space environment. Space Forge manufactures alloys, metals, and crystals used across various industries, including computing, telecommunications, and pharmaceuticals. By leveraging space-based manufacturing, the company aims to contribute to a cleaner industrial revolution, helping clients reduce energy loss and carbon emissions while producing lighter vehicles and improving material properties. The company operates laboratories in Bristol and Wales to support its research and development efforts.

OROS

Series A in 2021
OROS is a material technology company that specializes in designing and developing advanced insulative outerwear. Utilizing its patented Aerogel-based Solarcore technology, which was originally derived from NASA's insulation for space suits and Mars Rovers, OROS has created a unique solution that allows for thinner, warmer, and more flexible outerwear. By infusing Aerogel into their products, the company enhances thermal performance, making outdoor apparel more efficient and comfortable. Through its innovative approach, OROS is redefining the outerwear market by making advanced thermal solutions accessible to consumers.

Cosmic Shielding

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Cosmic Shielding Corporation, established in 2021 and based in Atlanta, specializes in providing advanced radiation management technology for the commercial and government space sectors. The company develops shielded components and subsystems that enhance computing performance, extend operational life, and improve mission reliability and safety. Its innovative approach includes offering three-dimensional prints for radiation risk assessment of space components, alongside a comprehensive system integration plan and full mission coverage. This enables clients in the space industry to effectively mitigate the risks and costs associated with ionizing radiation, facilitating safer human exploration and habitation in space.

Orbital Sidekick

Funding Round in 2021
Orbital Sidekick, Inc. specializes in Earth observation and analysis services through its advanced hyperspectral imaging technology. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company operates a small satellite constellation equipped with the capability to capture hundreds of narrow contiguous spectral bands from visible light to infrared. This technology provides high-resolution imagery and data-rich information, enabling commercial and government organizations to monitor and analyze various sectors, including energy, oil and gas, mining, environmental monitoring, infrastructure, agriculture, and defense. By delivering fast and efficient hyperspectral intelligence, Orbital Sidekick supports clients in achieving their sustainable operations, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives, and security goals.

Axiom Space

Series B in 2020
Axiom Space, Inc. is a Houston-based company that develops and operates commercial space station modules connected to the International Space Station (ISS). Founded in 2016, Axiom provides human spaceflight services for government astronauts, tourists, private companies, and individuals, facilitating research, manufacturing, and testing of space exploration technologies. The company enables universal access to the ISS by conducting missions for both national and private astronauts, catering to clients in various sectors, including research and manufacturing. Axiom's platform supports advanced industries and educational initiatives, fostering opportunities for future human space exploration. Additionally, the company offers services such as space advertising and sponsorship.

Carbice

Series A in 2020
Carbice Corporation, founded in 2012 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in thermal interface technology components. The company produces Carbice Carbon, an advanced thermal interface material designed to lower device temperatures and effectively dissipate heat from product packaging. By utilizing a composite of recycled aluminum and aligned carbon nanotubes, Carbice Carbon sets a standard for performance, reliability, and cost-effective assembly across various sectors, including electronics, energy, and industrial applications. The technology addresses critical heat dissipation challenges faced by electronic devices, enabling clients to enhance thermo-connectivity management. Founded by Georgia Tech Professor Baratunde Cola and a team of researchers, Carbice also maintains an office in London and is expanding with a new location in Toulouse, France.

Voyager Space Holdings

Series A in 2020
Voyager Space Holdings, Inc. is a holding company focused on the space exploration industry, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Established in 2019, the company aims to acquire and operate various entities within this sector. Voyager seeks to create a vertically integrated aerospace organization that can support a wide range of missions related to space exploration. Its commitment to innovation and integration positions it as a significant player in the evolving landscape of space-related ventures.

Lynk Global

Venture Round in 2020
Lynk Global, Inc. is a mobile network technology company based in Falls Church, Virginia, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing broadband communication services directly to Internet of Things (IoT) devices and mobile phones. Lynk Global offers satellite-based telecommunication services that enable standard mobile phones to connect globally without requiring any modifications to hardware or software. By utilizing low-earth-orbit satellites, Lynk Global aims to deliver universal connectivity, ensuring users can access communication services virtually anywhere in the world.

Axiom Space

Series A in 2019
Axiom Space, Inc. is a Houston-based company that develops and operates commercial space station modules connected to the International Space Station (ISS). Founded in 2016, Axiom provides human spaceflight services for government astronauts, tourists, private companies, and individuals, facilitating research, manufacturing, and testing of space exploration technologies. The company enables universal access to the ISS by conducting missions for both national and private astronauts, catering to clients in various sectors, including research and manufacturing. Axiom's platform supports advanced industries and educational initiatives, fostering opportunities for future human space exploration. Additionally, the company offers services such as space advertising and sponsorship.

Lynk Global

Seed Round in 2019
Lynk Global, Inc. is a mobile network technology company based in Falls Church, Virginia, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing broadband communication services directly to Internet of Things (IoT) devices and mobile phones. Lynk Global offers satellite-based telecommunication services that enable standard mobile phones to connect globally without requiring any modifications to hardware or software. By utilizing low-earth-orbit satellites, Lynk Global aims to deliver universal connectivity, ensuring users can access communication services virtually anywhere in the world.

Umbra

Seed Round in 2019
Umbra is a space technology company that specializes in developing high-resolution earth observation systems and providing commercial satellite data services. The company aims to empower both government and commercial partners with consistent and actionable insights, essential for informed decision-making in various sectors such as land use, wildlife protection, and climate change mitigation. By offering reliable access to sophisticated remote sensing solutions, Umbra enables organizations to monitor the Earth effectively and respond to pressing global challenges. Its commitment to delivering high-quality intelligence data ensures that customers can trust their critical mission outcomes and make strategies that address the evolving needs of the planet.

Lynk Global

Seed Round in 2018
Lynk Global, Inc. is a mobile network technology company based in Falls Church, Virginia, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing broadband communication services directly to Internet of Things (IoT) devices and mobile phones. Lynk Global offers satellite-based telecommunication services that enable standard mobile phones to connect globally without requiring any modifications to hardware or software. By utilizing low-earth-orbit satellites, Lynk Global aims to deliver universal connectivity, ensuring users can access communication services virtually anywhere in the world.

Made In Space

Seed Round in 2018
Made In Space, Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced equipment for space exploration, national security, and sustainable settlement in space. Founded in 2010 and based in Jacksonville, Florida, the company develops a range of products, including space-optimized structures, space telescopes, and additive manufacturing technologies for use in orbit. Additionally, Made In Space focuses on producing space-enabled industrial crystals, hybrid metals manufacturing equipment, and recycling solutions specifically tailored for the space environment. As of June 2020, Made In Space operates as a subsidiary of Redwire, LLC, which provides critical space solutions and components, leveraging a combination of extensive flight experience and innovative practices to address the evolving demands of the space economy.

Axiom Space

Series A in 2018
Axiom Space, Inc. is a Houston-based company that develops and operates commercial space station modules connected to the International Space Station (ISS). Founded in 2016, Axiom provides human spaceflight services for government astronauts, tourists, private companies, and individuals, facilitating research, manufacturing, and testing of space exploration technologies. The company enables universal access to the ISS by conducting missions for both national and private astronauts, catering to clients in various sectors, including research and manufacturing. Axiom's platform supports advanced industries and educational initiatives, fostering opportunities for future human space exploration. Additionally, the company offers services such as space advertising and sponsorship.
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