Verified Nov 2026
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Chuo City, Tokyo
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Since 2008
Axelspace Corporation, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Chuo City, Tokyo, Japan, designs, manufactures, and operates microsatellites and provides Earth observation data services. The company employs between 200 and 500 people and is publicly listed under ticker 402A. Its industries include aerospace, military and defense, automotive, electric vehicles, and industrial equipment. In February 2026 it received a Ministry of Defense contract for a satellite constellation development and operation project, and in June 2026 it expanded a strategic partnership with KSAT to accelerate Earth observation business through its microsatellite constellation.
Axelspace アクセルスペース at a glance
Revenue
50.8M
Employees
200-500
Founded
2008
Headquarters
Chuo City, Tokyo
Ownership
Publicly traded (TYO: 402A)
Certifications
ISO 14001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Military & Defense
Industrial Equipment
Aerospace
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
18 years in operation (founded 2008).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds ISO 14001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Axelspace Corporation, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Chuo City, Tokyo, Japan, designs, manufactures, and operates microsatellites and provides Earth observation data services. The company employs between 200 and 500 people and is publicly listed under ticker 402A. Its industries include aerospace, military and defense, automotive, electric vehicles, and industrial equipment. In February 2026 it received a Ministry of Defense contract for a satellite constellation development and operation project, and in June 2026 it expanded a strategic partnership with KSAT to accelerate Earth observation business through its microsatellite constellation.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2008 |
Headquarters | Chuo City, Tokyo |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | 50.8M |
Ownership | Publicly traded (TYO: 402A) |
Certifications | ISO 14001 |
What Axelspace アクセルスペース makes
Axelspace offers an end-to-end small satellite service called AxelLiner, covering design, manufacturing, launch arrangement, and on-orbit operation support, and holds ISO 14001 certification.
Certifications
Axelspace アクセルスペース is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — axelspace.com
Latest developments
2026-09-01 — Axelspace and Star Signal Solutions Enter into Collaboration to Enhance Satellite Operation Safety and Advance the Sustainable Use of Space | Axelspace (axelspace.com)
2026-06-03 — KSAT and Axelspace Expand Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Earth Observation Business through Microsatellite Constellation | Axelspace (axelspace.com)
2026-03-19 — 宇宙戦略基金（第二期）「衛星データ利用システム実装加速化事業」の採択について 国産小型衛星の利用を加速する評価・校正・検証・補正手法の環境整備 | Axelspace (axelspace.com)
2026-02-20 — 防衛省の「衛星コンステレーションの整備・運営等事業」を受注 | Axelspace (axelspace.com)
2025-12-19 — Axelspace Signing Agreement on a Multi-Launch Arrangement and the Launch of New Satellites with Exolaunch | Axelspace (axelspace.com)
2025-04-09 — Axelspace to Launch Seven Next-Generation Earth Observation Microsatellites “GRUS-3” in 2026 – Enhancing Frequent Wide-Area Observation | Axelspace (axelspace.com)
Company details
The company's public record cites a team of approximately 180 members and a revenue band of 50.8M, and it has developed satellites for Weather News (WNISAT-1) and JAXA (RAPIS-1). Axelspace アクセルスペース was founded in 2008, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Chuo City, Tokyo. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 18 years in operation (founded 2008). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 14001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Axelspace アクセルスペース do?
Axelspace Corporation, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Chuo City, Tokyo, Japan, designs, manufactures, and operates microsatellites and provides Earth observation data services. The company employs between 200 and 500 people and is publicly listed under ticker 402A. Its industries include aerospace, military and defense, automotive, electric vehicles, and industrial equipment. In February 2026 it received a Ministry of Defense contract for a satellite constellation development and operation project, and in June 2026 it expanded a strategic partnership with KSAT to accelerate Earth observation business through its microsatellite constellation.
Where is Axelspace アクセルスペース headquartered?
Axelspace アクセルスペース is headquartered in Chuo City, Tokyo.
When was Axelspace アクセルスペース founded?
Axelspace アクセルスペース was founded in 2008.
How big is Axelspace アクセルスペース?
Axelspace アクセルスペース has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the 50.8M range.
Is Axelspace アクセルスペース publicly traded?
Publicly traded (TYO: 402A). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Axelspace アクセルスペース hold?
Axelspace アクセルスペース lists ISO 14001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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