Astroscale

Space debris removal

Debris Removal & Servicing Logistics JapanSeries C+Website ↗

Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2024: kept in the directory for the record. Astroscale operates in the debris removal & servicing sector of the space industry, is headquartered in Japan, was founded in 2013, raised $117.7M (Series C+), employs 51-200 people.

Astroscale at a glance

Status	Graduated Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2024: kept in the directory for the record.
Sectors	Debris Removal & Servicing, Logistics
Headquarters	Japan
Founded	2013
Stage	Series C+
Disclosed funding	$117.7M
Team size	51-200
Website	astroscale.com

We interviewed Nobu Okada

Why Space Debris Is A Problem And What Astroscale Are Doing About It

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Mission

Astroscale aims to secure long-term spaceflight safety and orbital sustainability for the benefit of future generations.

Timeline & projects

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