Best Space Tech (2026)
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Top 60 Space Tech, ranked
Ranked by disclosed funding, growth signals and traction. Updated September 2026.
Starlink79SpaceTechHawthorne, United States$2.2BStarlink is SpaceX's satellite internet constellation providing high-speed broadband internet access to underserved areas worldwide.
SpaceX78SpaceTechStarbase, United States$10.0BDesigns, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft, aiming to make humanity multiplanetary.
Jabil75ManufacturingSt. Petersburg, USAA global engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions provider.
Stoke Space73SpaceTechKent, United States$1.3BDeveloping fully reusable rockets for low-cost, on-demand access to and from space.
Peraton73Defense TechHerndon, United StatesGovernment contractor providing advanced technology and mission-critical solutions for national security.
Drones (e.g., DJI, Skydio, Skyfront)73Drone TechnologyShenzhen, China$1.2BWorld's largest manufacturer of commercial drones and aerial robotics technology.
URSA MAJOR71Defense TechBerthoud, United States$100.0MDesigns and manufactures flight-proven aerospace and defense systems, including rocket engines and hypersonic capabilities.
General Dynamics71AerospaceReston, United States$60.0BGlobal aerospace and defense company producing business jets, combat vehicles, submarines, and IT services.
Amazon.com70E-commerceSeattle, United States$8.2BGlobal e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence giant.
CloudKitchens70FoodTechLos Angeles, United StatesProvides commercial kitchen spaces and software infrastructure for delivery-only restaurant brands and food operators.
Spire Global70SpaceTechVienna, United States$800.0MGlobal data and analytics company providing real-time insights from space-based assets.
Loft Orbital69SpaceTechSan Francisco, United States$326.0MLoft Orbital provides a full-stack solution for deploying and operating microsatellites in orbit.
Iridium Communications69SpaceTechMcLean, United States$22KGlobal satellite network providing critical voice and data for mission-essential applications.
- MAMACHINA LABS69ManufacturingLos Angeles, United States$156.0M
Specializes in advanced manufacturing with AI and robotics.
Quantum Systems69AerospaceGilching, Germany$1.9BDevelops AI-powered, multi-domain unmanned aerial systems for defense and commercial applications.
Axiom Space68SpaceTechHouston, United States$943.0MAxiom Space is building the first commercial space station and providing human spaceflight services.
- AMAmca68AerospaceEl Segundo, USA$376.5M
Aerospace manufacturing and supply-chain technologies
Helicopters/Planes68Aviation TechnologyLos Angeles, United States$605.0MAviation technology company developing SkyOS, a universal operating system for simplified aircraft control.
Notion Labs67AISan Francisco, United States$525.0MAI assistant integrated into Notion for writing, summarizing, brainstorming, and streamlining workflows within the workspace.
Powerus66AerospaceWest Palm Beach, United States$80.0MPowerus builds and scales U.S.-led autonomous systems for defense and critical infrastructure, including heavy-lift drones and maritime vessels.
- ISIsembard65ManufacturingBristol, United Kingdom$59.0M
Software-first manufacturing company building a distributed network of AI-powered precision factories for critical industries.
Amazon Leo (Project Kuiper)65Space EconomyRedmond, United States$10.0BAmazon's satellite internet constellation providing fast, affordable broadband globally.
Notion64SaaSSan Francisco, United States$200.0MNotion is an all-in-one workspace that combines notes, wikis, tasks, and databases.
Airbus Zephyr64Defense TechPortsmouth, United Kingdom$202.4MSolar-electric, high-altitude pseudo-satellite for persistent stratospheric operations.
Impulse Space64SpaceRedondo Beach, United States$500.0MIn-space transportation company building autonomous orbital transfer vehicles, founded by SpaceX employee #1.
ArianeGroup64SpaceTechParis, France$95.0MEuropean leader in space launchers and defense systems, developing and operating reliable civil and military launch vehicles.
SLINGSHOT AEROSPACE64AerospaceWindsor, United States$73.8MProvides software for space situational awareness and operations.
OneWeb64Space EconomyLondon, United Kingdom$3.9BGlobal satellite communications company providing high-speed, low-latency internet access via a constellation of LEO satellites.
- YOYORK SPACE SYSTEMS63AerospaceDenver, United States$629.0M
Designs and manufactures spacecraft solutions for government and commercial customers.
Ramon.Space63Software Defined (SD)Tel Aviv, Israel$43.5MBuilds space-resilient super-computing systems for cloud computing in space.
BLUE CANYON TECHNOLOGIES63SpaceTechBoulder, United StatesManufactures high-performance small spacecraft and components for space missions.
- D-D-Orbit Portugal63SpaceTechFino Mornasco, Italy$160.0M
D-Orbit Portugal is the Portuguese subsidiary of D-Orbit, a space logistics and orbital transportation company.
Cohere63SpaceTech$3.0BCohere offers a secure, all-in-one enterprise AI platform with cutting-edge multilingual models, advanced retrieval, and an AI workspace, enabling businesses to build high-impact applications grounded in proprietary data.
Aalyria Technologies63Space TechnologyLivermore, USA$108.7MA space networking startup developing advanced communications technology for satellite constellations.
Observable Space63AerospaceAdrian, United States$101.0MEnabling scalable, low-cost space-to-Earth laser communications.
Blue Origin63AerospaceKent, USA$10.1BDeveloping space infrastructure for data centers and beyond.
Elroy Air63AerospaceSan Francisco, United States$99.2MDevelops autonomous hybrid-electric VTOL cargo aircraft for middle-mile logistics and defense.
Heart Aerospace63AerospaceTorrance, United States$185.0MDeveloping hybrid-electric airliners to bring commercial aviation into the electric era, focusing on lower operating costs and cleaner flights.
Starfighters Space63AerospaceKennedy Space Center, USA$17.5MOperating the world's only commercial fleet of flight-ready MACH 2+ supersonic aircraft for space launch.
Anello Photonics63Defense TechSanta Clara, United States$74.1MAnello Photonics delivers resilient, high-precision navigation solutions for GPS-denied environments using proprietary SiPhOG™ technology.
Firefly Aerospace62SpaceTechCedar Park, United States$1.3BAmerican aerospace company developing launch vehicles and spacecraft for commercial and government customers.
InnerPlant62AgritechDavis, United States$51.7MAgritech startup using optical sensors to enable crops to communicate their needs.
Varda Space Industries62AerospaceEl Segundo, United States$277.0MDeveloping reusable spacecraft to manufacture pharmaceuticals and high-end materials in microgravity for Earth use.
Rocket Lab62SpaceTechLong Beach, United States$2.1BAn end-to-end space company providing launch services, satellite manufacturing, and space systems solutions.
SaxaVord62SpaceTechUnst, United KingdomUK's first vertical launch spaceport for small satellites in Shetland.
Sierra Space62AerospaceLouisville, USA$2.3BBuilding a space-based economy with a reusable spaceplane and orbital destinations.
ABL Space Systems62SpaceTechRedondo Beach, United StatesDevelops and manufactures small launch vehicles for rapid and reliable access to space.
Novanta62Medical TechnologyBedford, United States$300.0MA US-listed public company serving as a technology and strategic partner for startups in the medical technology space.
UVision62Defense TechnologyIsrael$17.0MIsraeli suicide drone maker
Voliro62AerospaceZurich, Switzerland$47.2MAerial robotics company focused on autonomous inspection robots.
Beehive Industries62ManufacturingCentennial, United States$63.0MA U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in advanced, additively manufactured jet engines for uncrewed aerial defense applications.
Zetwerk62Advanced ManufacturingBengaluru, India$145.0MA universal manufacturing network that helps businesses get their products manufactured.
Dronamics62AerospaceSofia, Bulgaria$105.8MDesigns, builds, and operates unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for logistics, civil protection, and defense.
- STStoke Space61SpaceTechKent, United States$100.0M
Focused on building 100% reusable two-stage-to-orbit rockets for affordable and on-demand space access.
The Exploration Company61AerospaceEurope$555.0MEuropean private space ventures redefining independent orbital infrastructure.
Redwire61AerospaceJacksonville, USA$63.0MA global leader in space and defense technology solutions.
Seraphim Space61SpaceTechLondon, United Kingdom$100.0MGlobal venture capital firm investing in the SpaceTech sector.
True Anomaly61Defense TechDenver, United States$650.0MDefense tech company building a space domain awareness and defense platform.
Starfish Space61SpaceTechTukwila, United States$36.0MDevelops autonomous spacecraft for on-orbit satellite servicing, life extension, and debris capture.
PDW61AerospaceHuntsville, USA$170.0MDesigns and manufactures advanced unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for defense and public safety.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best Space Tech in 2026?
Leading Space Tech tracked by StartupHub.ai include Starlink, SpaceX, Jabil. We rank 60 companies in this category by disclosed funding, growth signals and market traction, refreshed hourly.
What does this Space Tech ranking include?
This page ranks the top 60 Space Tech by funding and traction, representing $126.6B in combined disclosed funding. Each entry links to full funding history, team and product details.
Which of these companies has raised the most funding?
General Dynamics leads the category with $60.0B in disclosed funding.
How is this Space Tech ranking compiled?
Each company is scored on disclosed funding, team size, growth momentum and profile completeness, then ordered highest first. The list regenerates hourly as new funding rounds, hiring and product launches are detected, so the ranking stays current.