SPACETIDE Foundation

What SPACETIDE Foundation does

SPACETIDE Foundation (一般社団法人SPACETIDE) is a Tokyo-based non-profit general incorporated association founded in August 2016 (with a planning committee established in 2015) that operates as APAC's leading neutral industry hub for commercial space business. The organization runs an interconnected portfolio of eight programs organized around four pillars: Community (annual SPACETIDE Conference drawing 1,400+ attendees from 35 countries and 25 industries, plus the Space Industry Workshop jointly organized with JAXA under APRSAF), Knowledge (COMPASS biannual research report on APAC space business, with Vol. 13 priced at ¥2,500), People (Career Connect — Japan's largest space industry recruitment fair held twice yearly — and ACADEMY educational programming), and Innovation (AXELA accelerator and S-Booster unicorn-creation program for space startups, and Space-Enabled World cross-industry events connecting non-space sectors with space applications).

The foundation does not develop proprietary technology but monetizes through four revenue streams: conference sponsorship programs (Diamond/Gold/Silver tiers launched 2018), conference ticket sales (Master tickets ¥88,000-¥158,000; Session tickets ¥78,000-¥148,000; Student ¥10,000-¥15,000; Recording ¥45,000), COMPASS report sales, and government project commissions from MEXT and METI. Operations are supported by a lean core professional team supplemented by 50+ pro bono members from diverse industries. The organization is led by co-founder and CEO Masayasu Ishida, who in 2024 was appointed Program Director of Japan's ¥1 trillion Space Strategy Fund.

SPACETIDE's strategic position is anchored by institutional recognition (METI Minister's Award 2024, IAF membership 2023), partnerships with major space agencies (JAXA, ESA, CNES, GISTDA, UNOOSA), and a sponsor roster that includes Blue Origin, AWS Japan, NTT Corporation, Rocket Lab, Northrop Grumman, Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, and Deloitte. International expansion is accelerating through the Space Industry Workshop (APAC-wide via APRSAF) and recent MOUs with Geospatial World (December 2024) and USGIF (March 2026).

Name

SPACETIDE Foundation

Legal name

、一般般社法人SPACETIDE

Website

https://spacetide.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SPACETIDE Foundation is a Tokyo-based non-profit general incorporated association that operates as APAC's leading neutral industry hub for commercial space business, running an annual conference drawing 1,400+ attendees from 35 countries alongside research, talent, and startup acceleration programs for the space sector.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Space Industry Events and Research

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

International Affairs (9721)

akta.pro primary industry

International Science, Technology & Space Cooperation Organizations (BPADAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Science, Technology & Innovation Administration (National R&D Policy) (BPAIAAAK)

Keywords

• Space industry conferences
• Startup accelerator programs
• Space business research
• Talent development programs
• Space industry events

Headquarters

HQ city

Tokyo

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Conference Sponsorship: Annual sponsorship program launched in 2018 providing comprehensive partnership with diverse benefits based on contract terms. Includes Diamond, Gold, Silver sponsorship tiers with varying visibility and access benefits.
2. Conference Tickets: Ticket sales for annual SPACETIDE conferences including Master tickets (full access with networking), Session tickets, Student tickets, and Recording access. Tiered pricing from ¥78,000 to ¥158,000 for regular tickets.
3. COMPASS Report Sales: Sale of biannual COMPASS research reports. Vol. 13 available for purchase at ¥2,500. Free version available with questionnaire completion. Previous editions also available for purchase.
4. Government Projects: Government-funded projects including Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) space business talent development project, and Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) human infrastructure projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

SPACETIDE Foundation operates as a neutral industry hub for the commercial space sector, organizing the annual SPACETIDE conference (APAC's leading international commercial space conference), publishing biannual COMPASS research reports on the space industry, running the AXELA startup accelerator and S-Booster unicorn creation program, hosting Career Connect recruitment events and the ACADEMY educational program, and producing cross-industry Space-Enabled World forums. The organization connects government agencies, major corporations, startups, academia, and investors across Japan, APAC, the US, and Europe.

Product overview

SPACETIDE Foundation operates as a neutral industry hub offering a portfolio of interconnected programs to advance the commercial space sector. The core offering is the annual SPACETIDE conference, Asia-Pacific's largest international commercial space conference, which serves as the anchor platform for the organization's activities. Supporting this are research and knowledge products (COMPASS reports), talent development initiatives (Career Connect job fair and ACADEMY educational program), and startup acceleration programs (AXELA and S-Booster). Space-Enabled World and Space Industry Workshop provide cross-industry and public-private collaboration forums. These programs work together to create a comprehensive ecosystem addressing community building, industry research, talent development, and new business creation across the space sector.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SPACETIDE: APAC's leading international commercial space conference organized annually since 2015, bringing together over 1,500 participants from 35 countries and 25 industries for discussions on the future of the space sector.
• COMPASS
• AXELA
• S-Booster
• Career Connect
• Space-Enabled World
• ACADEMY
• Space Industry Workshop (SIWS)

Products and services

• SPACETIDE Annual Conference Japan's leading international commercial space conference held annually in Tokyo, serving as a platform for top industry leaders to discuss space business and co-create innovation. Attracts over 1,500 participants from 35 countries and 25 industries, with 200+ speakers and 70+ sessions at SPACETIDE 2026.
• COMPASS Research Report A biannual industry research report offering in-depth analysis of the evolving APAC space business landscape, compiled by expert researchers based on original industry investigations. Vol. 13 covers Regional Startups Analysis, Amendment of Space Activities Act, and Revenue Analysis of Listed Space Startups.
• AXELA Accelerator Japan's first startup acceleration program focused exclusively on the space sector, providing 3-4 months of multifaceted support including mentorship from seasoned experts, business strategy refinement, and partnership building. Alumni startups have achieved success through domestic and international programs and successful fundraising.
• S-Booster Program A space unicorn creation program providing mentorship, business matching, and Demo Day support for space startups from pre-founding to Series A stage. Since 2025, SPACETIDE has operated it as a comprehensive acceleration program integrating AXELA support functions.
• Career Connect Japan's largest recruitment event dedicated to the space industry, held twice yearly in summer and winter. Exhibiting organizations range from major corporations to startups, with available positions spanning technical, business, and corporate roles.
• Space-Enabled World A cross-sector event organized in collaboration with user industries of space assets, aimed at expanding the market and reach of the space business by creating a forum for discussion starting from real-world challenges and underlying needs of users.
• Space Industry Workshop A regional forum jointly organized by JAXA and SPACETIDE to accelerate public-private partnerships in the space sector across the Asia-Pacific region. Held as part of the Asia-Pacific Regional Space Agency Forum (APRSAF) in different APRSAF host countries annually.
• ACADEMY An educational program providing structured curriculum covering history, current trends, business models and technologies of the space industry. Offers learning opportunities to working professionals and students through partnerships with academic institutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,400+ participants from 35 countries at SPACETIDE 2024
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• UNOOSA (United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 July 2026UNOOSA Director Arti Holla-Maini confirmed as speaker at SPACETIDE 2026, representing international organization participation.
• USGIF (United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 March 2026MOU signed March 2026 for community development and collaboration in space industry and GEOINT sectors. Jointly developing content and programs, mutual participation in conferences (SPACETIDE 2026 and GEOINT Symposium 2026), and creating collaborative opportunities connecting geospatial intelligence and space industry communities.
• Geospatial WorldcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2024MOU signed December 2024 for mutual cooperation and integration between geospatial and space industries. Collaboration on joint initiatives and content development.
• SIFA (Space Industry Federation for Asia Pacific)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2023SPACETIDE contributed to establishment of SIFA in October 2023 - a discussion platform for space industry leaders in APAC region.
• Japan Air Self-Defense Force Air Staff OfficeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Collaborative activities started in 2023 for defense-space industry dialogue and cooperation.
• JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Joint organization of Space Industry Workshop under APRSAF (Asia-Pacific Regional Space Agency Forum) since 2019. Workshop officially adopted as part of APRSAF program from 2021 onward. Jointly advancing public-private partnerships in space sector across Asia-Pacific.
• Amazon Web Services JapancoreGTM or Marketing PartnerDiamond sponsor of SPACETIDE 2026. Major supporting partner for conference operations and cloud infrastructure.
• Blue OrigincoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGold sponsor with SVP John Couluris delivering keynote at SPACETIDE 2026. Major space industry partner.
• Deloitte Space (Deloitteto)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor supporting SPACETIDE 2026 conference. Professional services partner for space industry consulting.
• NTT CorporationmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerChairman Jun Sawada delivering keynote at SPACETIDE 2026. Major Japanese corporate partner.
• Mitsubishi UFJ BankmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresident Masakazu Osawa delivering keynote at SPACETIDE 2026. Financial sector partner for space business investment discussions.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SatSummit: Non-profit conference series focused on the satellite and space industry for global development, convening industry, government, and social-sector stakeholders. Highly comparable to SPACETIDE's neutral-hub model and conference-driven engagement.
• Space Frontier Foundation: US-based non-profit that advocates for the development and commercialization of the space industry through conferences, advocacy, and networking — directly analogous to SPACETIDE's role as APAC's neutral industry hub. Operates NewSpace conferences and similar community-building functions.
• Space Symposium: Premier US space industry conference hosted by the Space Foundation, drawing global space industry leadership. Comparable to SPACETIDE's annual conference in serving as a flagship B2B space industry gathering with strong sponsor economics.
• Euroconsult: Paris-based space industry consulting and research firm that also produces flagship events (World Satellite Business Week) and research reports. Comparable to SPACETIDE's combination of COMPASS research, conferences, and industry intelligence for the space sector.
• Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC): Global non-profit representing university students and young professionals in the space sector, with events at major space conferences including IAC. Comparable to SPACETIDE's Career Connect and Academy talent-development functions, though focused on the next-generation segment.
• Seraphim Space: UK-based space-focused accelerator and venture fund running the Generation Space and Seraphim Space Camp programs. Closely comparable to SPACETIDE's AXELA and S-Booster accelerator functions for early-stage space startups.
• SpaceTech Expo: Major global space industry B2B event series (US and Europe editions) bringing together space agencies, primes, and suppliers. Directly comparable to SPACETIDE's annual conference as a space industry gathering with strong sponsor economics.

Others

• World Space Week Association: Global non-profit coordinating World Space Week (October 4-10) under UN declaration. An adjacent enabling organization in space awareness and education, comparable in non-profit status but not directly competitive with SPACETIDE's commercial-space hub model.

Broad incumbents

• International Astronautical Federation (IAF): Global space organization with 468 members from 75 countries running the annual International Astronautical Congress (IAC). SPACETIDE joined in 2023; IAF is a broader-incumbent peer with global scope rather than APAC specialization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/spacetide_conf
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/SPACETIDE
• Facebookfacebook.com/spacetide
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/spacetide-foundation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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