?? “Europe is having a bit of a Back to the Future moment.” — Our Founding Partner Bulent Altan at #SATELLITE2025 At last week’s SATELLITE Conference in Washington, Bulent joined an investor panel discussing how rising defense budgets and dual-use strategies are opening new doors for Europe’s space industry — echoing the U.S. trajectory a decade ago. From IRIS2 to the ReArm Europe Plan, signs point to a shift in how Europe thinks about space, security, and sovereign capability. ?? Full recap on SpaceNews: https://lnkd.in/dXHvmm_s Thanks to Laurence VIGEANT-LANGLOIS, Wim Steenbakkers, Filip Kocian ??? and Claude Rousseau for the discussion!
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Sven Meyer-Brunswick
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The availability of mass-producible electric propulsion systems is a real bottleneck in the satellite industry. Our portfolio company Morpheus Space addresses this supply chain issue with its next generation thruster GO-2 that saw its initial launch to space onboard a D-Orbit vehicle this week. A major step toward scaling in-space mobility—excited to see what’s next! ?????
?? Congrats to the D-Orbit team on the successful launch of ION SCV Marvelous Mathias!?? It was exhilarating to witness, especially knowing that Morpheus Space's next-generation Electric Propulsion System, GO-2, is aboard for its in-orbit demonstration mission. We’re happy to partner with D-Orbit, driving innovation and helping shape the future of the New Space industry. "Through this demonstration of our capabilities, we are establishing a new benchmark for in-space mobility," said Morpheus Space CEO, Kevin Lausten. "These innovations, as well as our ability to mass produce GO-2 units in our Reloaded factory, position us as a reliable partner in the New Space sector, and we are excited to unveil even more capabilities in the near future." Best of luck to all the other missions aboard! The future of space exploration is bright, and it’s inspiring to see so many teams working together to make it a reality. Here’s to more successful launches and missions ahead! Stay tuned for updates. ??? ?? Credit: SpaceX To find out more about our space mobility solutions visit: www.morpheus.space #GO2 #MorpheusSpace #MarvelousMathias #WishUponaStar #MissionSuccess #ElectricPropulsion #Solutions #InnovationInSpace #DOrbit #SpaceTech ???
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Our Founding Partner Bulent Altan will join a webinar hosted by NewSpace Finance on March 17th to talk about space investments. Mark your calendars!
Our Investor Insight Series continues with Bulent Altan of Alpine Space Ventures, one of the most influential figures in the space industry. After Elon Musk approached him to be an early engineer at SpaceX, he developied the Falcon 1 and Falcon 9 rockets, helping shape the modern commercial space industry. As Founding Partner at Alpine Space Ventures, a leading European space-focused VC fund which raised $184m in 2024,and is partnered with NATO Innovation Fund (NIF), European Space Agency - ESA, European Investment Fund (EIF), he has become a prominent space investor backing breakthrough companies defining the future of space such as K2 Space Corporation, Morpheus Space, and Isar Aerospace. With deep expertise on both sides of the pond, Altan offers unique insights into the evolving space investment landscape, the key differences between the U.S. and European approaches, and where the next great opportunities lie. His experience navigating two vastly different ecosystems—one dominated by Silicon Valley’s high-risk, high-reward mentality and the other shaped by government partnerships and strategic funding—makes him one of the most sought-after voices in space investment. Register below to join this exclusive webinar and gain firsthand insights from a pioneer who has shaped the industry from both the engineering and investor perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or exploring space for the first time, Altan’s expertise will help you understand where the real opportunities lie and how to navigate the complexities of investing in space. Please register below: ?? When: 1200ET / 1700GMT - Monday, 17th March ?? ?? Where: https://lu.ma/18htnl9e #spaceinvesting #spacevc #newspace #spaceeconomy #spacefund #investorinsights
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#DualUse and #DefenseTech, that’s what we’ll be talking about in our next Lunch & Learn this Friday! ?? Join us and learn directly from top experts! ??? 07 March 2025 ?? 13:00-13:45 CET ?? Online (link in the comments) Meet the speakers: ?? Joram Voelklein, Founding Partner at Alpine Space Ventures, ?? Nela Braun, Fund of Funds Investor at NATO Innovation Fund (NIF) ?? Stanislaw Kastory, Founding Partner at Expeditions Fund and the host Iwona Cymerman, Managing Partner at FundingBox Deep Tech Fund, and a member of European Women in VC. Can Europe catch up with the US? Are LPs on board? What about exits & liquidity? If you’re curious about what’s next in defense and dual-use — ?? secure your spot via link below. cc: ??Kinga, Kasia, Alice, Selma, Alicja, Paula, Kelly, Lars, Thijs, Mikolaj, Patrick #VC #VentureCapital
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Isar Aerospace's readiness for first launch and conclusion of all preparatory tests is a hugely important milestone as it demonstrates the possibility to build big in Europe! Congrats Daniel Metzler, Josef Fleischmann and the entire team!
Designed, built and tested ? Pending regulatory approval, we are Go for flight. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gjifBekn #fromisartospace
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Join Bulent Altan and Martin Schilling of Deep Tech Momentum on February 25th at 6 PM CET/9 AM PT for a deep dive into space tech fundraising. Raising capital in space isn’t easy—long R&D cycles, high capital needs, and a tough investor landscape. In this session, we’ll break down what makes a space startup investor-ready and how to increase your odds of securing funding. We’ll cover the one thing every space pitch must have, key investor questions, and live coaching on real founder pitches. Looking forward to seeing you there, register here: https://lnkd.in/gYCrukZj
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Our portfolio company K2 Space Corporation announced their $110M Series B! The round was co-led by Altimeter and Lightspeed with participation from existing investors, including First Round Capital and us, fueling their mission to redefine satellite capabilities. On top of that, K2 successfully completed their first in-space demo, proving the strength of their in-house technology. With a new 180,000 sq. ft. production facility, K2 is scaling fast and hiring! Check out open roles: https://lnkd.in/ggjgjZZN Exciting times ahead—congrats to Karan Kunjur, Neel Kunjur & the entire K2 team! Read more:
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This one is big! Reflex Aerospace's first satellite SIGI is functioning as expected after launch making them the fastest company to achieve ESPA-class flight heritage! ???? Congratulations and kudos to Walter Ballheimer, Alexander Genzel, Dennis Moore, Felix Motzki and the rest of the team! ?? We are looking forward to what's next!
Our first satellite #SIGI holds a special place in our hearts. Watch its journey from assembly to launch! The mission at a glance: ?? 510 km Sun Synchronous Orbit (~97,4° inclination) ?? Total mass: 109 kg ?? 900 W peak power ?? 1-year planned mission duration Reflex is the fastest company to achieve ESPA-Class flight readiness. Now, just 3.5 years from our founding, we've successfully launched our first satellite. This milestone proves our capability to deliver cutting-edge space solutions efficiently. And we're just getting started! #RoadToSIGI #DualUse #NextSpace
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What a fantastic start to the new year for our portfolio company K2 Space Corporation! Congrats to Karan Kunjur, Neel Kunjur, and the entire team on this key hire. ?????????? Your ability to bring top-tier talent on board continues to impress—looking forward to what's next!
K2 Space Corporation is thrilled to welcome Dr. John Plumb, former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy, as K2 Space's new Head of Strategy! At the Pentagon, John led crucial initiatives including the DoD's Space Strategic Review and Commercial Space Integration Strategy. His three decades of experience in military service, government leadership, and space policy will be invaluable as we continue developing high-power, multi-orbit satellite platforms that deliver exquisite capabilities at breakthrough price points. Welcome aboard! https://lnkd.in/gzG-Qch5 (DoD photo by EJ Hersom)
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Amazing progress at our portfolio company Reflex Aerospace bringing their first satellite into orbit and showcasing incredible speed of development along the way! ???? Congratulations to the entire team on this impressive achievement Walter Ballheimer, Alexander Genzel, Felix Motzki, Dennis Moore any many more. You rock!
Launch campaign: ? Working hardware in space: ? Our first satellite #SIGI has successfully reached orbit and is ready to begin its mission ??? Thanks to our team, Media Broadcast Satellite (MBS), friends, partners, and SpaceX. We couldn’t have reached this milestone without you. Now stay tuned for what comes next. ? #RoadToSIGI #NextSpace