GomSpace
GomSpace Group AB is a Sweden-listed provider of small satellite solutions, headquartered in Aalborg, Denmark. It designs, manufactures, and operates nanosatellites and microsatellites for defense, maritime surveillance, air traffic management, and deep space missions serving government and commercial customers globally.
- Company typePublic
- Founded2008
- HeadquartersAalborg, Denmark
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What GomSpace does
GomSpace Group AB (publ) is a Swedish-listed provider of small satellite solutions (Nasdaq First North Stockholm, ticker GOMX), with primary operations conducted through its wholly-owned Danish subsidiary GomSpace A/S headquartered in Aalborg. The company designs, manufactures, and operates nanosatellites (1-10 kg, including 3U to 16U CubeSat form factors) and microsatellites (11-100 kg) for government, defense, and commercial customers across maritime surveillance, national security, air traffic management, advanced deep space missions, and telecommunications. With 18+ years of operational history, GomSpace has launched 75 satellites into orbit and accumulated 160 years of in-orbit heritage, serving ESA, the European Defence Agency, and governments of Indonesia, Ukraine, Colombia, and Norway alongside commercial operators including Unseenlabs, Indra/Startical, SAIC, ST Engineering, and VirtuaLabs.
The offering combines standardized platform kits (6U to 16U configurations) with modular subsystems including power systems, software-defined radios (NanoCom SDR), attitude and orbit control systems (AOCS), on-board computers, and mechanical structures. These integrate with the Hands-off Operations Platform (HOOP), a proprietary mission-control system designed to automate constellation management from a single satellite to global scale. Manufacturing capacity supports delivery of over 2,000 space-proven products per year. GomSpace operates through five business units (Maritime Domain Awareness, National Security & Defense, Air Traffic Management, Advanced Missions, and National Space Capacity Building), with the Luxembourg subsidiary contributing advanced deep-space capabilities for ESA's HERA planetary defense and RAMSES asteroid characterization missions.
GomSpace generates revenue primarily through hardware sales of complete satellites and subsystems, supplemented by professional services for satellite operations through HOOP. Pricing is project-specific and quote-based, with multi-year contracts typical for defense and government programs; sales are conducted exclusively through direct enterprise engagement with no resellers or distributors. FY2025 revenue reached 441.8 M.SEK (~$49M), representing 72% growth year-over-year. Management guides FY2026 revenue of 540-640 M.SEK (over 30% growth) and EBITDA margin of 5-12%, supported by a Q4 2025 order backlog of 410 M.SEK and a Q1 2026 order intake surge of 104% YoY. Largest shareholder Peter Kendal Hargreaves has fully utilized an EUR 18 million credit facility as of March 2026 to fund growth.
GomSpace firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- GomSpace
- Legal name
- GomSpace Group AB (publ)
- Website
- https://gomspace.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 2008
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- GomSpace Group AB is a Sweden-listed provider of small satellite solutions, headquartered in Aalborg, Denmark. It designs, manufactures, and operates nanosatellites and microsatellites for defense, maritime surveillance, air traffic management, and deep space missions serving government and commercial customers globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
GomSpace industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Small Satellite Systems
- NAICS
- Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419), Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing (336415), Satellite Telecommunications (51741)
- SIC
- Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Spacecraft & Satellites (Civil/Commercial) (IMABACAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Space Payloads & Instruments (Sensors, Comms, EO/IR) (IMABACAD), Spacecraft Avionics, Flight Computers & Software (IMABACAI), Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) for Space Systems (IMABACAG), Satellite Broadband Internet Access (Consumer/SMB) (HDAIAJAA)
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Where GomSpace is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Aalborg
- HQ country
- Denmark
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
GomSpace business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Satellite Manufacturing and Sales: Design, development, manufacturing and delivery of complete small satellites (nanosatellites and microsatellites) and subsystems/components to customers worldwide. Revenue recognized upon delivery of satellites and products.
- Satellite Operations Services: Mission control and satellite operations services through the Hands-off Operations Platform (HOOP), providing automation, scalability and flexibility for constellation management.
- Product Sales: Sale of standardized satellite products and subsystems including power systems, communication systems, attitude control systems, and platform kits. Over 2000 space-proven products delivered per year.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom quotation for satellite solutions |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels6 records
GomSpace product offering
Product offeringCore offering
GomSpace designs, manufactures, and sells small satellite platforms (nanosatellites and microsatellites) along with a portfolio of flight-proven subsystems (power, communication, attitude & orbit control, structures) and satellite operations software. The company delivers end-to-end solutions from concept to launch and operations for defense, maritime surveillance, air traffic management, and deep space mission customers. Over 2,000 space-proven products are delivered annually, with 75 satellites flown and 160+ years of accumulated in-orbit heritage.
Product overview
GomSpace provides reliable small satellite solutions comprising a modular platform-plus-products architecture. The core offerings include configurable microsatellite and nanosatellite platforms (ranging from 6U to 16U CubeSat form factors, as well as larger microsatellites), complemented by an extensive portfolio of flight-proven subsystems: Power Systems (electrical power, batteries, solar panels), Communication Systems (Software Defined Radio, transceivers, antennas), Command & Data Handling (on-board computers), Attitude & Orbit Control Systems (reaction wheels, sensors, magnetorquers, GPS receivers), and Satellite Structures. The company also offers integrated ground segment solutions including the Hands-off Operations Platform (HOOP) for constellation management and NanoGround for ground infrastructure. Platform Kits provide standardized spacecraft building blocks for rapid mission development. These products are organized into solution verticals covering Maritime Domain Awareness, National Security & Defense, Air Traffic Management, Advanced Missions (deep space/cislunar), and National Space Capacity Building.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- HOOP (Hands-off Operations Platform): Satellite operations system built for automation, scalability, and flexibility, designed to help customers grow their business from first satellite to global constellation.
- GomSpace Advanced Missions
- GomSpace Platform Kits
- NanoCom
- GomSpace Luxembourg
- UASAT
Products and services
- Microsatellites Full-scale microsatellite platforms (typically 11-100 kg) designed for advanced missions including maritime surveillance, defense applications, and Earth observation. Configurable form factors with flight-proven subsystems that accommodate customer-specific payloads.
- Nanosatellites Compact nanosatellite platforms (typically 1-10 kg, including 3U, 6U, 8U, 12U, and 16U CubeSat form factors) designed for Earth observation, communications, and scientific research. Scalable and customizable to meet diverse mission requirements.
- Power Systems Complete power system solutions including electrical power systems, battery packs, and solar panel systems. Subsystems provide reliable power generation, storage, and distribution for satellite operations with over 18 years of flight heritage.
- Communication Systems Advanced communication solutions comprising Software Defined Radio (SDR) technology, transmitters and transceivers, and antennas. Systems enable reliable satellite-to-ground and inter-satellite communications with configurable frequency bands and data rates.
- Command & Data Handling (On-board Computer) On-board computing systems that manage satellite operations, data processing, and payload management. Provide centralized control and processing capabilities for mission execution.
- Attitude & Orbit Control System (AOCS) Complete attitude and orbit control solutions including reaction wheels, sensors, 3-axis magnetorquers, and GPS receivers. Enable precise spacecraft pointing and orbital maintenance for various mission profiles.
- Satellite Structures (Nanostructures) Mechanical structures available in 6U, 8U, 12U, and 16U nanostructure form factors. Modular enclosures provide standardized mechanical interfaces, thermal management, and structural integrity for CubeSat-class satellites.
- Ground Segment / NanoGround Ground infrastructure software solutions for satellite operations, including ground station connectivity, telemetry processing, and mission control capabilities. Designed to support operations from single satellites to large constellations.
- Hands-off Operations Platform (HOOP) Satellite operations system built for automation, scalability, and flexibility. HOOP enables customers to grow from a first satellite to a global constellation through hands-off satellite management.
- Platform Kits Complete sets of standard spacecraft parts available in 6U, 8U, 12U, and 16U configurations. Platform Kits reduce time to launch and minimize project risk while maintaining high performance, designed to accommodate customer-specific payloads.
- Maritime Domain Awareness Solution Satellite-based maritime surveillance and monitoring solution for tracking vessels, monitoring sea lanes, and enhancing maritime security. Combines AIS signal reception with RF intelligence capabilities.
- National Security & Defense Solution Satellite solutions for defense and national security applications, including advanced missions, sovereign communication capabilities, and space-based defense systems. Supports military and government customers with specialized satellite platforms.
- Advanced Missions Solution Deep space and cislunar mission solutions including spacecraft design, build, and operation services. GomSpace Advanced Missions designs and operates spacecraft for missions into cislunar space, lunar orbits, and deep-space exploration.
- Air Traffic Management Solution Space-based aviation monitoring and air traffic management solutions providing aircraft tracking, ADS-B reception, and communications for enhanced aviation safety and efficiency.
- National Space Capacity Building Solution Comprehensive programs to help nations develop indigenous space capabilities, including satellite development, launch support, and operational training for government space agencies.
Quantifiable outcome
- 43% revenue growth in Q1 2026
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Companies that use GomSpace
Customer profileNamed customers12 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
GomSpace technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
GomSpace partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
26 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.
- STETMAN (Ukraine)coreJoint venture called UASAT established in Ukraine to develop sovereign satellite communication capabilities for dual-use civilian and national security purposes. First satellite scheduled for launch in fall 2026. Partnership combines STETMAN's wartime operational experience with GomSpace's space technology expertise to build Ukraine's independent space and telecommunications infrastructure.
- LUNA Project Consortium (Aalborg University & Pri-Dana Elektronik A/S)majorDanish flagship initiative to develop next-generation antenna technology for small satellites with total budget of DKK 21.1 million including DKK 14.9 million from Innovation Fund Denmark. GomSpace share amounts to DKK 8 million. Three-year project aims to create advanced nanosatellite antennas combining low signal loss, superior gain, and intelligent beam steering.
- European Defence Agency (VLEO-DEF Consortium)coreGomSpace selected for 15.7 million EUR research contract to develop Europe's first dedicated Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) military satellite concept. Consortium involves five EU member states (Spain, France, Luxembourg, Portugal, Slovenia) and 17 industrial and research organizations. GomSpace receives 445,000 EUR for its contribution with delivery planned for second half of 2028.
- VirtuaLabs (Italy)major7.6 MEUR contract for satellite cluster supporting space-based Radio Frequency environment monitoring with delivery in first half of 2028. Mission designed to enhance availability, coverage, and operational resilience to institutional-grade standards. Marks start of new partnership combining both companies' expertise.
- Leading North American Space Companymajor2.9 MEUR contract for initial design phase of two deep-space spacecraft for lunar exploration mission. Execution in first half of 2026 with substantial portion of work carried out in Luxembourg. Spacecraft will incorporate technologies from ESA HERA/Juventas and RAMSES missions.
- Nasdaq (Inclusion in FN25 Index)minorSelected for inclusion in Nasdaq First North 25 Index, placing GomSpace among top 5% of companies on Nasdaq First North, effective January 2, 2026.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - SECUSAT ProjectmajorEUR 1.2 million contract to develop advanced, security-enhanced NanoCom satellite product line with next-generation cryptographic and secure communication protocols. Collaboration with European partners DLR, Starion, and KiviCore. Part of GomSpace's long-term strategy to expand cybersecurity-focused satellite portfolio.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - Planetary Defense Strategycore8.4 MSEK contract for Europe's planetary defense strategy and space exploration, implementing from 2025 until Q2 2027.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - GOMX-5 Projectcore8.4 MSEK contract change notice augmenting ongoing detailed design and development contract for GOMX-5 mission.
- NECASmajorStrategic agreement to expand production capacity and support growing satellite demand. Supports GomSpace's commercial growth strategy and recent contract wins.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - HERA & RAMSES MissionscoreGomSpace involved in ESA planetary defense missions. HERA mission will study aftermath of NASA's DART impact on asteroid Dimorphos. RAMSES mission will study near-Earth asteroid Apophis. GomSpace Luxembourg provides key technical contributions including spacecraft for these interplanetary missions.
- ST Engineering Satellite SystemsmajorIndustrial collaboration agreement signed at International Astronautical Congress in Milan to strengthen partnership in satellite solutions.
- SAIC (Science Applications International Corp)majorLong-term partnership for satellite missions. SAIC selected GomSpace for Pentagon contract for AI-powered small satellite. Next phase of partnership announced for satellite development with SAIC, a $7+ billion company.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - Mission Control SystemscoreESA signed 1.5 million EUR contract for continued mission control system development, building on previous constellation management development work.
- Ellipse Partners SAS (France)minorJoint venture entered into with French company Ellipse Partners SAS for potential collaborative space projects.
- In-Space Missions (UK)minorContract for delivery of standard products valued at 620,000 EUR to support customer's satellite missions.
- Startical (Indra & Enaire)coreRestarted collaboration with agreement valued at 4.1 to 4.6 million EUR for global air traffic management satellite development. GomSpace previously selected by Indra and Enaire's Startical consortium for advanced satellites.
- Colombian Air Force / CODALTECmajorExtended collaboration to elevate Colombian space competences with 261,000 USD first phase contract for FACTSAT-2 satellite mission continuation.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - Arquitect-1 MissioncoreEUR 760,000 contract to advance satellite software innovation for the Arquitect-1 mission, strengthening GomSpace's software capabilities.
- SPACEBELminor930,000 EUR contract for implementation of Juventus CubeSat operations support, combining SPACEBEL's expertise with GomSpace's spacecraft.
- TermaminorMoU signed with objective of developing turn-key solution for an Asian market opportunity in the space sector.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - SCOUT-1 Climate Missioncore1.5 million EUR contract change notice for Juventus CubeSat implementation in support of HERA mission.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - Large Deployable Reflectarray AntennamajorContract for design and development of Large Deployable Reflectarray Antenna for future small Earth observation satellites.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - SCOUT Earth Observation MissioncoreContract to implement ESA SCOUT Earth Observation mission (CubeMAP) for climate observation, focusing on land usage, urban planning, and environmental monitoring.
- OHBmajorPreliminary Authority to Proceed (PATP) signed to start implementation of ESA HERA Inter Satellite Link (ISL), leveraging GomSpace Luxembourg's expertise in satellite communications.
- European Space Agency (ESA) - Juventus CubeSatcoreContract to continue development and implementation of Juventus CubeSat in support of the HERA planetary defense mission.
Scale indicators13 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights7 records
GomSpace competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- AAC Clyde Space: Swedish-listed small satellite manufacturer (publ.) headquartered in Uppsala, Sweden. Closest comparable to GomSpace: similar size, overlapping product portfolio of CubeSat platforms and subsystems, shared focus on constellation customers in maritime and defense, and direct listing on Nasdaq First North.
- NanoAvionics: Small satellite mission integrator and bus manufacturer based in Lithuania (part of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace). Directly comparable as a smallsat platform provider serving constellation customers in IoT, Earth observation, and defense — overlapping customer set with GomSpace including Unseenlabs-adjacent operators.
- Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL): UK-based small satellite pioneer (part of Airbus Defence and Space) and one of the most established smallsat manufacturers globally. Comparable to GomSpace in core platform business and similar government/ESA customer orientation, with deeper heritage and broader product range.
- Spire Global: NYSE-listed small satellite constellation operator (previously SPIRE) operating nanosatellites for weather, AIS, and RF intelligence. Comparable to GomSpace's maritime domain awareness and constellation business model, but vertically integrated as an operator rather than a platform supplier.
- Terran Orbital: US small satellite manufacturer and constellation integrator (NYSE: LLAP at time of listing). Directly comparable as a smallsat platform provider to defense and commercial customers, including overlapping capabilities in defense microsatellite delivery.
- York Space Systems: US-based small satellite manufacturer focused on standardized buses for defense and government customers (Space Development Agency contracts). Comparable to GomSpace in mission-tailored platform kits and defense customer orientation, with substantially higher scale.
- Planet Labs PBC: NYSE-listed Earth observation operator with the largest commercial smallsat constellation (>200 satellites). Comparable to GomSpace's Earth observation use cases and the underlying nanosatellite technology platform, though Planet operates its own constellation versus GomSpace's manufacturer model.
Broad incumbents
- OHB SE: Frankfurt-listed European space prime (MDA, OHB, MT Aerospace) with major ESA institutional contracts including HERA mission where GomSpace is a partner. Comparable as a larger, established European smallsat and institutional mission prime competing for the same ESA and European defence programs.
- Thales Alenia Space: European space prime joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%). Comparable as a large institutional space prime operating across LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space, with overlapping customer base in ESA and defense ministries, but vastly larger portfolio beyond smallsats.
Emerging players
- Astro Digital: US-based small satellite manufacturer and operator with focus on Earth observation and analytics. Comparable to GomSpace's smallsat platform and Earth observation missions, with similar focus on constellation-level customers but smaller commercial scale.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Funding rounds4 records
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Frequently asked questions about GomSpace
What does GomSpace do?
GomSpace designs, manufactures, and sells small satellite platforms (nanosatellites and microsatellites) along with a portfolio of flight-proven subsystems (power, communication, attitude & orbit control, structures) and satellite operations software. The company delivers end-to-end solutions from concept to launch and operations for defense, maritime surveillance, air traffic management, and deep space mission customers. Over 2,000 space-proven products are delivered annually, with 75 satellites flown and 160+ years of accumulated in-orbit heritage.
Is GomSpace a public or private company?
GomSpace is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was GomSpace founded?
GomSpace was founded in 2008. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is GomSpace based?
GomSpace is headquartered in Aalborg, Denmark, in the Europe region.
How does GomSpace make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Satellite Manufacturing and Sales are the primary driver. The others are satellite Operations Services and product Sales.
Who are GomSpace's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are AAC Clyde Space, NanoAvionics, Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL), Spire Global, Terran Orbital, York Space Systems and Planet Labs PBC. Broad incumbents are OHB SE and Thales Alenia Space. Astro Digital is listed as an emerging player.
Does GomSpace have an API?
No public API is recorded for GomSpace.
What industry is GomSpace in?
GomSpace's product category is Small Satellite Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABACAB, Spacecraft & Satellites (Civil/Commercial), with a secondary code of IMABACAD, Space Payloads & Instruments (Sensors, Comms, EO/IR). Its NAICS code is 336414 and its SIC code is 3760.