EQT buys Berlin-based SpaceX satellite launch partner Exolaunch
EQT will back Exolaunch’s expansion in satellite launch and deployment services after the company deployed more than 790 satellites across 47 missions.
- EQT entered into a definitive agreement on Thursday to acquire Germany-headquartered Exolaunch from founder Dmitriy Sternharz, marking EQT Private Equity's first investment in the space sector.
- Exolaunch has deployed more than 790 satellites across 47 missions for over 200 commercial and government customers, establishing strong operational credentials that attracted EQT's backing.
- Since 2020, Exolaunch has maintained a strategic relationship with SpaceX, participating in every Falcon Transporter and Bandwagon rideshare mission since those programs began.
- EQT will support Exolaunch's international expansion and product innovation, with the transaction expected to close during Q4 pending customary approvals and conditions.
- Exolaunch recently secured dedicated Falcon missions Exo-1 and Exo-2 scheduled for 2027 and 2028, which will substantially increase launch capacity and reinforce its market position.
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Private equity firm EQT is acquiring Exolaunch, a company that has handled the rideshare launches of hundreds of satellites, to help it meet growing launch demand. The post EQT to acquire Exolaunch appeared first on SpaceNews.
EQT to acquire Exolaunch, a Germany-based satellite deployment technology and launch mission management firm powering global access to space
/PRNewswire/ -- EQT is pleased to announce that EQT X ("EQT") has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Exolaunch (or the "Company"), a global leader...
EQT to acquire Exolaunch - SpaceNews
WASHINGTON — Private equity firm EQT is acquiring Exolaunch, a company that has handled the rideshare launches of hundreds of satellites, to help it meet growing launch demand. The companies announced June 18 that EQT would buy Exolaunch from its founder, Dmitriy Sternharz, for an undisclosed sum. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. Berlin-based Exolaunch is best known for arranging launches of satellites as rideshare pa…
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