What ReQuTech does

ReQuTech AB is a Swedish SATCOM terminal developer and manufacturer headquartered in Linköping (Sweden's aerospace capital) with an engineering site in Gothenburg. Founded in 2009 by Dr. Omid Sotoudeh and Sören Karlsson, the company designs and produces fully integrated satellite communication terminals spanning electronically scanned phased arrays (RESA series, Ku/Ka bands, LEO/MEO/GEO compatible), flyaway terminals (PICO series, 75cm to 240cm, X/Ku/Ka bands), troposcatter systems (TROPOLINE for beyond-line-of-sight up to 200+ km), manpack terminals, and the RAPU antenna control unit. All production occurs in ISO-certified European factories, with bespoke customization available to customers.

The company sells primarily to defense, government, maritime, aviation, and land mobility customers, with a globally distributed footprint of 60+ clients across 40+ countries. Its go-to-market combines enterprise field sales with channel partnerships: ReQuTech is certified across Intelsat, SES, OneWeb, and GovSat; holds flagship terminal-partner status for SES's O3b mPOWER MEO constellation; co-develops phased array technology with ESA under Project ORION/ORION II; and works with regional distributors such as TBS Ltd. in Eastern Europe. Revenue is generated almost entirely through hardware sales of turnkey terminals, supplemented by services such as the SATCOM Hub Retrofit Program launched in October 2025. Customer acquisition is heavily event-driven (HEMUS, SOF Week, SatelliteAsia, World Defense Show, Singapore Airshow, SATShow Week).

ReQuTech is privately held; its founders remain in leadership (Sotoudeh as CEO), with the board chaired by Mikael Jacobsson and finance led by CFO Per Lennes. The company has raised modest disclosed funding (a $2M round from a US-Swiss communication firm in September 2022 and an undisclosed strategic investment from Evallic AB in September 2025). Recognition includes two consecutive appearances on the FT1000 list of Europe's Fastest-Growing Companies through 2026 and the 2026 Satellite Communications Innovators of the Year award from EU Business News.

Name

ReQuTech

Legal name

Requtech AB

Website

https://requtech.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ReQuTech AB is a Swedish manufacturer of integrated SATCOM terminals, including RESA phased arrays, PICO flyaways, and TROPOLINE troposcatter systems, serving defense, government, maritime, aviation, and land mobility customers across 40+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Satellite Communication Terminals

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

SIC

Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760)

akta.pro primary industry

Satellite Broadband Terminals & Gateways (VSAT/LEO CPE) (HDAFAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Satellite Backhaul & Trunking for Telecom Operators (Cellular Backhaul, Roaming Extension) (HDAIAJAC), Avionics Communication Systems (VHF/UHF/SATCOM/Data Link) (IMABAFAG), Modifications, STC & Retrofit Integration (IMABALAM), Modification, Retrofit & Engineering (STC, Avionics Upgrades, Conversions) (TLAKAJAI), Ground Segment Systems (Ground Stations, TT&C, Mission Ops) (IMABACAJ)

Keywords

• Satellite communication terminals
• Phased array antennas
• Troposcatter terminals
• Flyaway satcom systems
• Beyond line-of-sight communications

Headquarters

HQ city

Linköping

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. SATCOM Terminal Hardware Sales: Requtech generates revenue primarily from selling integrated SATCOM terminals including RESA phased array systems, PICO flyaway terminals, and TROPOLINE troposcatter terminals. Products are sold as complete turnkey solutions with integrated modems or as systems with external modem interfaces. Manufacturing occurs in ISO-certified European factories with capacity to scale production and produce bespoke specifications.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

ReQuTech designs, develops, and manufactures integrated SATCOM terminal solutions for LEO, MEO, GEO, and troposcatter communications. Its portfolio includes RESA electronically scanned phased array antennas, PICO flyaway terminals, TROPOLINE troposcatter terminals, RAPU antenna control units, manpack terminals, and Satcom-on-the-Move systems, serving defense, government, maritime, aviation, and land mobility customers worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RESA: Requtech Electronically Scanned Antenna series - fully integrated phased array flat panel antenna terminals for Ku and Ka bands, designed for LEO/MEO/GEO constellations and Satcom-on-the-move applications. Available in S, M, and L sizes.
• PICO
• TROPOLINE
• RAPU

Products and services

• RESA Phased Array Terminals (Ka-band and Ku-band) Fully integrated electronically scanned phased array flat panel antenna terminals in Ku and Ka bands, available in S, M, and L sizes, designed for LEO/MEO/GEO multi-orbit compatibility with mesh networking capability. Targeted at defense, government, maritime, aviation, and land mobility customers requiring Satcom-on-the-Move and fixed-site connectivity.
• PICO Flyaway Terminal Series Ultra-portable flyaway SATCOM terminals available in 75cm, 120cm, and 240cm reflector sizes, supporting X, Ku, and Ka bands with MIL-STD-810 compliance, ITU-R S.465 / EUTELSAT ESOG120 standards, and toolless assembly with autopointing options. Designed for military, government, and commercial users needing rapidly deployable communications.
• PICO 120A SES O3b mPOWER Terminal Multi-orbit autopointing flyaway terminal certified for SES O3b mPOWER MEO constellation, with composite reflector and interchangeable feed systems for X, Ku, and Ka bands. Delivered in pairs for seamless satellite switchover. Targeted at satellite operators, defense, and enterprise customers using SES MEO services.
• TROPOLINE Troposcatter Terminals Fully automated motorized 2.4m troposcatter and line-of-sight flyaway terminal with composite segmented lightweight reflector and military-grade pneumatic mast. Enables 30-200+ km BLOS connectivity without satellite infrastructure with auto-alignment and rapid deployment. Used by military expeditionary forces and operators in SATCOM-denied or disaster recovery scenarios.
• Satcom-on-the-Move (SOTM) Terminals Stabilized SATCOM terminals that combine mobility and reach-back communications, enabling accessing and sharing data while in motion on land vehicles, vessels, or aircraft. Targeted at defense, government, and commercial users operating mobile platforms.
• Manpack SATCOM Terminals Portable manpack satellite communication terminals designed to provide communication capabilities in remote locations, carried and operated by individual soldiers or field personnel. Targeted at military and government dismounted users.
• RAPU (Requtech Assisted Pointing Unit) Antenna Control System Integrated Antenna Control Unit with comprehensive sensor suite for assisted pointing, system monitoring, and precise control of ReQuTech terminals. Features the Mercury software suite accessible via Android app, web interface, WiFi, or Bluetooth, with OpenAMIP integration and optional embedded modem or beacon receiver for turnkey operation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30-200+ km BLOS connectivity without satellite infrastructure
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and regional.

• European Space Agency (ESA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Collaboration on Project ORION (2019) and ORION II (2023) for development of electronically steered antenna system for LEO/MEO/GEO mesh network. ESA provides funding, testing facilities, and validation against satellite constellation requirements. ESA's rigorous evaluation ensures products meet highest industry standards.
• Linköping University of Technology and ForswaycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Nationally funded collaboration project 'Array Antennas for SatCom Applications on Mobile Platforms' developing high-performance comms-on-the-move antenna system for LEO/MEO tracking. Combined Requtech's antenna expertise with Forsway's modem insights and university tracking algorithms.
• SESflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial terminal partner for SES O3b mPOWER next-generation MEO constellation. Requtech's PICO120A is certified for O3b mPOWER, delivered in pairs for seamless satellite tracking and handover. Joint go-to-market for MEO satellite communications.
• TBS Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTBS Ltd. hosts Requtech at their booth at HEMUS 2026 exhibition in Bulgaria, representing Requtech's products in the regional market.
• EU-Japan Centre for Industrial CooperationregionalGTM or Marketing PartnerRequtech participated in ILS 2025 as part of EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation, supporting market expansion and partnership development between European and Japanese industries.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Gilat Satellite Networks: Gilat develops VSAT SATCOM terminals and ground segment systems for defense, government, and commercial markets. Comparable in target verticals (defense, land mobility) and in pursuing multi-orbit ground terminal solutions.
• Kymeta Corporation: Kymeta is a direct competitor in flat-panel, electronically steered SATCOM terminals for LEO/GEO and mobile platforms. Both companies target defense, government, maritime, and land mobility with similar ESA/multi-orbit value propositions, making them the closest comparable in the phased array terminal space.
• Intellian Technologies: Intellian is a leading manufacturer of maritime and land SATCOM terminals, with established operator certifications (Intelsat, SES, OneWeb) and global distribution. Direct competitor to ReQuTech's PICO and RESA product families in maritime and government verticals.
• AvL Technologies: AvL Technologies manufactures portable and fixed SATCOM terminals for defense, broadcast, and government markets. Comparable in flyaway and tactical terminal offerings to ReQuTech's PICO and TROPOLINE product lines.
• ThinKom Solutions: ThinKom develops phased array and parabolic SATCOM terminals for aviation, defense, and government markets. Its ThinAir product line competes directly with ReQuTech's RESA and PICO families for multi-orbit, comms-on-the-move applications.
• ST Engineering iDirect: ST Engineering iDirect is a leading provider of VSAT ground infrastructure and terminals for satellite operators, defense, and enterprise markets. Overlaps with ReQuTech on multi-orbit ground segment terminals and operator partnerships.

Broad incumbents

• L3Harris Technologies: L3Harris is a major defense prime with a broad portfolio of military SATCOM terminals, avionics, and tactical communications. Competes with ReQuTech in defense and government segments, particularly for airborne and ground tactical terminals.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Honeywell provides avionics and SATCOM solutions for commercial and defense aviation, including connectivity terminals. Overlaps with ReQuTech's aviation segment and adjacent defense/government opportunities.
• Cobham Satcom (now part of Thales): Cobham Satcom, now integrated into Thales, is a broad incumbent in maritime, land, and aeronautical SATCOM terminals with deep defense and commercial certifications. Larger competitor offering overlapping capabilities across ReQuTech's full product portfolio.

Emerging players

• Satixfy Communications: Satixfy is an emerging player in satellite user-terminal chips and terminals for LEO/MEO constellations. Overlap with ReQuTech on electronically steered multi-orbit terminals targeting similar operator certification pathways (e.g., OneWeb, Inmarsat).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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