Deep-tech spacetech startup Satlabs Space Systems has raised $1 million in a funding round from Finvolve and India Accelerator (IA). The Bengaluru-based company plans to use the capital to accelerate research and development, advance satellite deployment plans, and scale its satellite data relay network.
Funding To Advance Satellite Deployment And Communication Infrastructure
Satlabs will utilise the fresh capital to develop its proof-of-concept relay satellite and strengthen its phased constellation deployment strategy. The startup is also expanding its technology roadmap to support non-terrestrial industrial IoT connectivity, enabling real-time communication in remote regions without terrestrial network coverage.
Solving Satellite Data Downlink Bottlenecks
Co-founded in February 2023 by Sooraj Gopakumar and Saisree Eega, Satlabs focuses on solving delays in downlinking earth observation data caused by limited ground station infrastructure. Its data relay technology aims to reduce transmission latency from several hours to minutes, with long-term plans to enable near real-time data access.
The company is developing a constellation of low-cost data relay satellites designed to function as “floating ground stations,” enabling continuous communication between satellites and end users. The solution supports critical applications across defence, agriculture, disaster management, offshore energy, and industrial IoT.
Strengthening India’s Satellite Communication Capabilities
Satlabs aims to build scalable and globally compatible satellite communication infrastructure while improving real-time satellite data accessibility worldwide. India Accelerator, through Finvolve and its investment ecosystem, continues to support early-stage startups with capital, mentorship, and market access to drive sustainable growth in emerging technology sectors.
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