# Oxford Space Systems

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/oxford-space-systems

- Industry: Aerospace
- Headquarters: UK
- Website: www.oxford.space
- Total disclosed funding: $2.2M
- Latest round: Series A (Aug 31, 2017)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Oxford Space Systems is a UK-based company that designs and manufactures deployable antenna solutions for the space industry, enhancing satellite communications and operational efficiency for its clients.Founded in 2013 in the UK, Oxford Space Systems specializes in deployable antenna solutions for the aerospace sector. The company has participated in 6 deals, with the most recent funding round occurring on February 1, 2022, where it raised GBP 3.9 million in GROWTH funding led by Longwall Ventures, alongside investors British Business Bank and Foresight Williams Technology. The company was co-founded by Matthew Dreaper, Mike Lawton, and Vincent Fraux, and is currently led by CEO Sean Sutcliffe.Oxford Space Systems specializes in the design and manufacture of deployable antenna solutions for the space industry. Their portfolio includes a variety of advanced antennas that are engineered to enhance operational efficiency in satellite communications. These products cater to a diverse client base, including satellite manufacturers, space agencies, and commercial operators in sectors like telecommunications, Earth observation, and scientific research. The company markets its products globally, focusing on North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, addressing the evolving demands of the space-based service industry.In 2023, Oxford Space Systems reported a revenue of GBP 8,281,944.70, while the EBITDA for the same year was GBP -2,650,874.30. The company generates revenue primarily through direct sales of its antenna products to B2B clients, such as satellite and aerospace companies, often involving contractual agreements for specific antenna systems tailored to mission requirements.Following their GROWTH funding round in February 2022, Oxford Space Systems plans to utilize the GBP 3.9 million raised for product development and sales expansion. The company is focused on designing new antenna products to be launched in the near future and aims to expand into new markets, specifically targeting regions in North America and Asia by 2024.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Aug 31, 2017, $1.4M — Space Angels
- Seed, Jan 15, 2014, $0.8M — Longwall Ventures

## Investors

- Longwall Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/longwall-ventures) — Seed
- Space Angels (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/space-angels) — Series A