Alba Orbital
Latest round
- Seed
Last raised
- May 2021
Total raised
- $3.4M
Investors
- 6
About Alba Orbital
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Glasgow, UK, Alba Orbital Limited develops satellite technology solutions. The company was co-founded by Tom Walkinshaw, who has a history of entrepreneurship in the tech sector.Alba Orbital specializes in providing low-cost, turnkey access to space through innovative satellite technology. Their flagship product, the UNICORN-2 platform, allows customers to conduct in-space missions with pico-satellites, catering to applications from research to commercial uses. The company also offers NIGHT LIGHTS, a service for high-resolution satellite imagery at night, supporting urban planning and disaster response.Alba Orbital generates revenue primarily through B2B transactions, focusing on satellite launch services and subscription models for NIGHT LIGHTS imagery. Customers contract for specific missions or data services, often with custom pricing based on complexity. Their launch services attract startups and research institutions, emphasizing the company's role in making space technology accessible. The company is also exploring entry into new markets, particularly in Asia and North America, to increase its global footprint and cater to the burgeoning satellite industry.
Who invested in Alba Orbital
6 investors across 1 round
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Funding rounds
Seed
May 14, 2021
Amount
$3.4M
Investors
Questions about Alba Orbital
Who invested in Alba Orbital?
Alba Orbital has 6 investors on record across 1 venture round. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Alba Orbital raised?
Alba Orbital has raised 1 venture round. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Alba Orbital last raise money?
Alba Orbital's most recent round on record is a Seed, in May 2021.
What does Alba Orbital do?
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Glasgow, UK, Alba Orbital Limited develops satellite technology solutions.
Where is Alba Orbital headquartered?
Alba Orbital is headquartered in Glasgow, UK.
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