SatixFy
SatixFy Communications Ltd. (Rehovot, Israel) designs space-grade satellite communication ASICs, digital beamforming, and software-defined radio technology for LEO constellation operators and aerospace customers; acquired by MDA Space in July 2025 for $356 million CAD and integrated into the MDA AURORA™ product line.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2012
- HeadquartersRehovot, Israel
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What SatixFy does
SatixFy Communications Ltd. was an Israeli satellite communication technology company founded in 2012 and headquartered in Rehovot, Israel. The company designed and manufactured space-grade semiconductor components — specifically application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), digital beamforming technology, and software-defined radio (SDR) capabilities — for use in satellite payloads and ground terminals. Its core technology enabled flexible, reconfigurable digital satellite communication systems, with SatixFy's ASICs selected as the modem chipset for the 198-satellite Telesat Lightspeed low Earth orbit (LEO) broadband constellation. The company's product portfolio also extended into digital beamforming payloads and software-defined satellite communication solutions targeting both LEO/MEO constellations and in-flight connectivity applications, including a UK-based entity (Satixfy UK Limited) addressing the projected $12 billion global in-flight connectivity market.
SatixFy operated a B2B direct enterprise sales model, supplying satellite communication chips and ASICs under direct OEM/component supply arrangements to satellite manufacturers and operators including Telesat. Its go-to-market was narrow and high-touch, focused on a small set of satellite prime contractors and constellation operators, with pricing conducted via confidential enterprise contracts rather than disclosed list pricing. The company raised approximately $129 million in funding across rounds in 2016 ($25 million, Catalyst Fund LP) and 2022 ($104 million, Antarctica Capital, CF Principal Investments, Sensegain Asset Management), reflecting capital intensity typical of space-grade semiconductor development and ASIC qualification cycles.
In July 2025, SatixFy was acquired by MDA Space Ltd. (a Canadian space company) for approximately $356 million CAD. The acquisition integrated SatixFy's beamforming and software-defined radio IP into MDA Space's satellite systems strategy, became the technological basis for the new MDA AURORA™ software-defined digital satellite product line, and enabled MDA Space's first space-grade chip shipments. Post-acquisition, SatixFy operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary within MDA Space's satellite systems division rather than as an independent entity.
SatixFy firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- SatixFy
- Legal name
- SatixFy Communications Ltd.
- Website
- https://satixfy.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2012
- Operating status
- Acquired
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- SatixFy Communications Ltd. (Rehovot, Israel) designs space-grade satellite communication ASICs, digital beamforming, and software-defined radio technology for LEO constellation operators and aerospace customers; acquired by MDA Space in July 2025 for $356 million CAD and integrated into the MDA AURORA™ product line.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
SatixFy industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Satellite Communication Semiconductors
- NAICS
- Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419), Satellite Telecommunications (5174), Satellite Telecommunications (51741)
- SIC
- Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Semiconductors & Related Devices (3674), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Spacecraft Avionics, Flight Computers & Software (IMABACAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Avionics Communication Systems (VHF/UHF/SATCOM/Data Link) (IMABAFAG), Space-Based Defense Systems (SSA, Missile Warning, Protected SATCOM) (IMABAOAH), Enterprise Satellite Connectivity & Managed Services (VSAT, SD-WAN over Satcom) (HDAIAJAB)
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Where SatixFy is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Rehovot
- HQ country
- Israel
- HQ region
- Middle East
Offices1 record
Markets served
SatixFy business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations
Revenue model
- Semiconductor Component Sales: Sale of satellite communication chips and ASICs to satellite operators and manufacturers
- Technology Licensing: Licensing of beamforming and software-defined radio intellectual property following acquisition by MDA Space
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels2 records
SatixFy product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SatixFy designs and develops satellite communication semiconductor chipsets, including application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), digital beamforming technology, and software-defined radio (SDR) capabilities for satellite operators and aerospace manufacturers. Following MDA Space's July 2025 acquisition, these technologies are integrated into MDA Space's satellite systems division, including the MDA AURORA™ software-defined digital satellite product line.
Product overview
SatixFy specializes in satellite communication technologies. Its core product portfolio includes satellite communication ASICs and chipsets, digital beamforming technology, and software-defined radio capabilities. Following MDA Space's acquisition of SatixFy Communications Ltd. in July 2025 for $356 million, these technologies were integrated into MDA Space's expanded portfolio, which now includes the MDA AURORA™ software-defined digital satellite product line—a fully integrated range of modular digital products and components for space-based communication solutions.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Satellite Communication ASICs/Chipsets Application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) and modem chipsets designed for satellite communication systems, including LEO/MEO constellation programs such as Telesat Lightspeed (198 satellites). Sold to satellite operators and manufacturers.
- Digital Beamforming Technology Satellite digital beamforming technology that enables flexible and reconfigurable satellite communication beams, sold/licensed to satellite manufacturers for integration into communication payloads.
- Software-Defined Radio (SDR) Capabilities Software-defined radio technologies enabling flexible, reconfigurable satellite communication payloads and systems for satellite operators and payload manufacturers.
- MDA AURORA™ A software-defined digital satellite product line providing modular digital products and components for space-based communication solutions, leveraging SatixFy's beamforming and software-defined radio technologies.
Quantifiable outcome
- SatixFy's ASIC supply delays contributed to Telesat Lightspeed service delay to Q1 2028
Companies that use SatixFy
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
SatixFy technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
SatixFy partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators3 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
SatixFy competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- STMicroelectronics: Global semiconductor incumbent with a space-grade portfolio including rad-hard processors and satcom ASICs. Comparable to SatixFy as a satcom silicon supplier to satellite primes, but with vastly broader product lines and longer flight heritage.
- Renesas Electronics: Major fabless and IDM semiconductor vendor supplying rad-hard and radiation-tolerant SoCs, FPGAs, and satcom ICs for LEO/MEO/GEO programs. Directly comparable to SatixFy's ASIC offering, but at much larger scale.
- Microchip Technology: Supplies radiation-hardened FPGAs, microcontrollers, and mixed-signal ICs widely used in satellite payloads and ground systems. Overlaps with SatixFy's space-grade semiconductor focus and competes for similar design slots in NGSO constellations.
- Broadcom: Broad semiconductor vendor with satellite communication chipsets and RF front-ends used in satcom terminals and payloads. Comparable to SatixFy's satellite modem and beamforming ASICs, with much broader scale and incumbent position.
- Texas Instruments: Supplies space-grade analog, mixed-signal, and processing ICs used across satellite payloads. Comparable as a space-qualified semiconductor supplier, though with a much wider portfolio than SatixFy's specialized satcom ASIC focus.
- AMD (Xilinx): Through Xilinx, supplies space-grade FPGAs and adaptive SoCs widely used in digital beamforming and software-defined satellite payloads. A direct technology peer to SatixFy's beamforming and SDR silicon, competing for the same payload design slots.
- Honeywell Aerospace: Supplies satellite communication payloads, on-board processors, and space-grade electronics to commercial and defense satellite programs. Comparable to SatixFy's role as a satcom payload technology provider, but within a much broader aerospace portfolio.
- Thales Alenia Space: European satellite prime building GEO and LEO communications satellites with digital payload and beamforming capabilities. Comparable to SatixFy in the satellite communications payload and in-flight connectivity domains, though as a full satellite integrator rather than a chip-only vendor.
Direct peers
- CAES (Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions): Specialty supplier of radiation-hardened semiconductor solutions and satcom RF/mixed-signal ICs to satellite primes and aerospace customers. Closest pure-play comparable to SatixFy in space-grade ASICs and satcom silicon, competing head-to-head for NGSO sockets.
- MDA Space: Canadian space prime and parent company post-July 2025 acquisition; designs and manufactures satellite systems including the AURORA software-defined product line integrating SatixFy's ASICs and beamforming IP. Directly comparable business model post-acquisition.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
SatixFy social profiles
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Valuation estimate
SatixFy leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
SatixFy funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds4 records
Investors6 records
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SatixFy M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about SatixFy
What does SatixFy do?
SatixFy designs and develops satellite communication semiconductor chipsets, including application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), digital beamforming technology, and software-defined radio (SDR) capabilities for satellite operators and aerospace manufacturers. Following MDA Space's July 2025 acquisition, these technologies are integrated into MDA Space's satellite systems division, including the MDA AURORA™ software-defined digital satellite product line.
Is SatixFy a public or private company?
SatixFy is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently acquired.
When was SatixFy founded?
SatixFy was founded in 2012. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is SatixFy based?
SatixFy is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel, in the Middle East region.
How does SatixFy make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Semiconductor Component Sales are the primary driver. The others are technology Licensing.
Who are SatixFy's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are STMicroelectronics, Renesas Electronics, Microchip Technology, Broadcom, Texas Instruments, AMD (Xilinx), Honeywell Aerospace and Thales Alenia Space. Direct peers are CAES (Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions) and MDA Space.
Does SatixFy have an API?
No public API is recorded for SatixFy.
What industry is SatixFy in?
SatixFy's product category is Satellite Communication Semiconductors. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABACAI, Spacecraft Avionics, Flight Computers & Software, with a secondary code of IMABAFAG, Avionics Communication Systems (VHF/UHF/SATCOM/Data Link). Its NAICS code is 336419 and its SIC code is 3760.