# SWISSto12

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/swissto12

- Industry: Telecoms
- Headquarters: Renens, Switzerland
- Website: www.swissto12.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $18M
- Latest round: Series B (Jul 18, 2019)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Based in Switzerland, SWISSto12 SA develops advanced 3D-printed Radio Frequency (RF) products for aerospace and satellite communications, emphasizing high performance and innovative engineering in their solutions. Founded in 2011, SWISSto12 SA is dedicated to creating advanced RF products that integrate 3D printing technology. The company is headquartered in Renens, Switzerland. Emile de Rijk, the CEO and founder, has a history of working in the aerospace sector. In January 2026, SWISSto12 SA received EUR 73 million in grant funding from European Space Agency. SWISSto12 specializes in advanced Radio Frequency (RF) products and sub-systems, integrating proprietary 3D printing technology into their offerings. Their core product line includes lightweight antennas, RF filters, and waveguides, designed to deliver exceptional mechanical and thermal performance. The flagship product, HummingSat, represents the first commercial Geostationary small satellite capable of operating in harsh environments. SWISSto12 serves a diverse client base, including leading aerospace entities and satellite operators such as Inmarsat and Thales, with products utilized in military, commercial, and research sectors across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.SWISSto12 generates revenue primarily through partnerships and B2B transactions with aerospace companies and satellite operators, leveraging their innovative RF solutions. Their business model includes long-term contracts and collaborative projects where clients engage in purchasing agreements for customized products. The company also licenses its proprietary technology, facilitating broader applications across various sectors. While specific pricing plans are proprietary, SWISSto12 emphasizes high-performance, 3D-printed solutions, positioning itself as a premium provider in the satellite communications sector.I The company will use the January 2026 funding to accelerate development and industrialization of its HummingSat platform, scale manufacturing capacity, and advance new product and antenna technologies.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jul 18, 2019, $18M — Swisscom Ventures, Constantia New Business, Swisscanto
- Series A, Jan 5, 2016 — Constantia New Business

## Investors

- Constantia New Business (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/constantia-new-business) — Series A, Series B
- Swisscom Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/swisscom-ventures) — Series B
- Swisscanto (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/swisscanto) — Series B