# Open Cosmos

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/open-cosmos

- Industry: Aerospace
- Headquarters: Didcot, UK
- Website: www.open-cosmos.com
- Total disclosed funding: $400M
- Latest round: Series C (Sep 14, 2026)
- Investors on record: 18

## About

Open Cosmos Ltd., based in Harwell, UK, specializes in satellite operations, offering end-to-end services from satellite assembly to data delivery, facilitating critical insights for diverse stakeholders.Open Cosmos Ltd. was founded in 2015 in Didcot, UK, focusing on satellite operations. The company is co-led by founders Aleix Homar and Rafel Siquier, with Rafel Siquier serving as CEO. In September 2026, Open Cosmos Ltd. raised USD 348 million in series C funding co-led by new investor Lightrock and returning investor ETF Partners, with participation from other new investors BCI Partners, Latitude, Convex Group Limited, and National Security Strategic Investment Fund. Returning investors Institut Català de Finances, LocalGlobe, Entrepreneur First, and other unspecified investors. The round was larger part of USD 348 million series C and Venture debt. Open Cosmos specializes in providing a comprehensive end-to-end service for satellite operations, which encompasses satellite assembly, integration, testing, launch campaigns, in-orbit operations, and data delivery. Their main offerings include a mutualized constellation for Earth observation that simplifies access to satellite data, enabling various stakeholders to address critical challenges related to climate change, energy, and natural resource management. The company's powerful cloud-based platform allows users to search, download, and process full-resolution satellite imagery, facilitating data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics. Open Cosmos serves a diverse clientele that includes governmental agencies, research institutions, and commercial enterprises globally, extending its reach to markets such as Europe, North America, and parts of Asia-Pacific.Open Cosmos generates revenue through a structured model that includes partnerships and subscription-based services. Clients typically engage in direct transactions for satellite data access, leveraging the company’s capabilities to obtain tailored solutions for their specific needs. The revenue model incorporates various pricing plans, ranging from one-off data purchases to ongoing subscriptions for continuous access to satellite imagery and analytics. Flagship services include comprehensive data packages designed for sectors such as environmental monitoring and urban planning, enabling clients to utilize satellite data effectively in their operations. This transactional framework positions Open Cosmos as a key player in the satellite data market, fostering long-term relationships with clients who rely on the insights provided by their advanced satellite technology.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Sep 14, 2026, $348M — BCI Partners, ETF Partners, Institut Català de Finances, Lightrock, Entrepreneur First, LocalGlobe, Convex Group Limited, Latitude, National Security Strategic Investment Fund
- Series B, Jul 28, 2023, $45M — ETF Partners, Santander Asset Management, In-Q-Tel, Accenture Technology Ventures, Trill Impact, Wille Finance, IREON Ventures, Claret Capital Partners, A&G
- Series A, Dec 7, 2017, $6.7M — BGF Investment Management, Entrepreneur First, LocalGlobe

## Investors

- BGF Investment Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bgf-investment-management) — Series A
- Entrepreneur First (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/entrepreneur-first) — Series A, Series C
- LocalGlobe (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/localglobe) — Series A, Series C
- ETF Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/etf-partners) — Series B, Series C
- Santander Asset Management — Series B
- In-Q-Tel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/in-q-tel) — Series B
- Accenture Technology Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/accenture-technology-ventures) — Series B
- Trill Impact (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/trill-impact) — Series B
- Wille Finance — Series B
- IREON Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ireon-ventures) — Series B
- Claret Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/claret-capital-partners) — Series B
- A&G (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/a-g) — Series B
- BCI Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bci-partners) — Series C
- Institut Català de Finances — Series C
- Lightrock (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lightrock) — Series C
- Convex Group Limited — Series C
- Latitude (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/latitude) — Series C
- National Security Strategic Investment Fund — Series C