Vision｜Axelspace

Space was once dreamlike and romanticized. However, with the reinforcement of policies by the Japanese government and the active involvement of numerous private enterprises, the space industry has become increasingly accessible and is poised for accelerated growth.

Axelspace, as a leading company in the microsatellite business, has developed, manufactured, and operated 10 satellites. Building upon such achievements, Axelspace continues to provide invaluable insights to clients across diverse sectors through microsatellite solutions. Axelspace is also committed to actively improving the sustainability of Earth and space as a conscientious business operator.

Space within Your Reach

We are pioneers of microsatellite technology advancing the frontiers of space business, reimagining traditional ways of using space, and creating a society where everyone on our planet can make space part of their lives.

Core Values at Axelspace

Go beyond what we are

Always aim ahead and never stop. The journey never ends. Don't be satisfied with the current state of affairs, learn humbly from each other, overcome obstacles and keep on evolving. Individual growth will move Axelspace.

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Lead each other

There is a lot we can achieve as a team. World-changing innovations only come from the strongest teams. The most important thing is to give constructive feedback, so let's lead each other with honesty and collaborate with a positive attitude. This is necessary to make the Axelspace team strong.

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Celebrate challenges

Challenges require courage, but overcoming challenges can lead to big change or innovation and bring new value to the world. Support others in their endeavors and let others support you. Don't be afraid of failure, and if you fall, stand up, shake off the dust and try again. Work with your team, think about the solution together until you reach the goal. We become tougher as we overcome difficulties and with more experience we can achieve great success.

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For the next space business, For Space within your reach

Founded as a microsatellite venture stemming from the University of Tokyo and Tokyo Institute of Technology, we, Axelspace, marked our 15th anniversary in the summer of 2023. Throughout the journey, our business has undergone profound transformations, mirroring the evolving environment around us.
The company started with the concept of ”My Satellite” and challenged the notion that satellite ownership and utilization were exclusive to governmental entities. In 2015, we launched AxelGlobe, a satellite data solution business, with the goal of swiftly democratizing access to space-derived insights. Presently, we have five optical earth observation satellites at use capturing the world everyday, delivering invaluable business intelligence to our customers. The impact of our satellite data extends far and wide, serving various industries including agriculture, disaster management, journalism, and environmental sectors, with customers and partners spanning over 30 countries worldwide.

In the late 2010s, the Japanese government initiatives began focusing on nurturing the space industry, drawing attention and involvement from numerous non-space sector giants. This shift brought space into the public spotlight as a growth industry.
Responding to the surging demand for microsatellites, Axelspace made the strategic decision to pioneer a new satellite development approach. This method integrates versatile satellite system design, facilitating the mass production of diverse products.
In 2022, we transitioned our dedicated satellite development business into a new business called AxelLiner aiming to prepare for an era where many satellites are launched on a monthly basis. To achieve this, we're accelerating satellite research and development, while also propelling business expansion through satellites.

While space has traditionally been valued for its uniqueness, recent changes, such as an influx of companies entering the space sector and rapid development in related industries, have reshaped its significance. Specifically, these shifts redefine the success of the space industry by aligning space business practices more closely with those of traditional Earth-bound enterprises.
Embracing the company vision of “Space within Your Reach” from our beginnings, we take pride in our role in shaping the evolution of the space industry with the transformation of our organizational and business structure. We have brought together a wide range of talent from various nationalities, age groups, and industries to foster a diverse and energetic team. Additionally, by adopting cutting-edge digital and security technologies as one of our key business strategies, we have transitioned to a software-centered business model, facilitated through the establishment of dedicated, specialized teams.

Furthermore, Axelspace is committed to promoting sustainability in every aspect of our operations as a member of the space community.
Sustainability plays a crucial role not only in environmental solutions derived from Earth observation data, such as forest conservation, but also in the domain of satellite development. With growing concerns over space debris, we recognize the imperative to embed sustainability across the entire lifecycle of satellite projects. That's why we've taken proactive steps to implement the Green Spacecraft Standard: a comprehensive framework ensuring sustainability standards are met from manufacturing and launch to operation and disposal. Our aim is to promote these standards across the space industry, nurturing the growth of sustainable space enterprises.

Co-Founder,
President & CEO

Yuya Nakamura

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