EXHIBITION | NIHONBASHI SPACE WEEK 2024

Introducing a space startup that provides comprehensive solutions from planning and design to mass production and operation of small satellite constellations. In addition to exhibiting a full-scale mockup of a small satellite, we will introduce easy-to-understand examples of small satellite applications such as satellite communications for ships, multi-wavelength remote sensing, deep space exploration, and lunar positioning systems.

We will feature the Active Debris Removal by Astroscale-Japan (ADRAS-J) mission at our booth. ADRAS-J was a groundbreaking mission as the world’s first attempt to safely approach, characterize and survey the state of an existing piece of large debris through Rendezvous and Proximity Operations. ADRAS-J is designed to rendezvous with an unprepared Japanese upper stage rocket body (approximately 11 meters long, 4 meters in diameter, and weighing approximately 3 tons), demonstrate proximity operations, and gather images to assess the rocket body’s movement and condition of the structure. Unprepared objects in orbit pose an additional challenge as they are not designed with any technologies that enable docking or potential servicing or removal. Since its launch in February this year, it has successfully demonstrated RPO technologies including approach to the debris from long distance, fixed-point observations and fly-around observations. Visitors can see images of the debris that ADRAS-J took on orbit at our booth.

With the vision of “Space within Your Reach,” we offer the Earth observation platform ‘AxelGlobe,’ which provides solutions for the environment, ESGs, and media in collaboration with partners around the world, as well as the one-stop service for microsatellites, ‘AxelLiner.’

We proudly introduce a wide range of satellite ground station and on-board equipment for satellites and rockets, with a focus on products from Safran Group, which is renowned for its high quality and heritage. From ground to on-board equipment, we offer a comprehensive product range and technical services to provide a one-stop solution.

Deloitte Tohmatsu Group is known as one of the largest professional services groups in Japan. Through the firms in the Group, Deloitte Tohmatsu Group provides audit & assurance, risk advisory, consulting, financial advisory, tax, legal and related services in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In the space sector, We provide consulting services like space business strategy support and also do wide activities associated with space business including the acceleration program specializing space business development “GRAVITY Challenge JP”.

Leveraging its strength in pumps and other rotary machinery technology cultivated over many years, EBARA has been developing electric-powered pumps for rocket engines, among other products.

We provide comprehensive support for your space venture, from providing information, building connections in the community, selecting your company’s products for entering the space business, and providing demonstration opportunities through space environment testing using satellites.

The European Space Agency (ESA), an Intergovernmental Organisation with 22 Member States, is Europe’s gateway to space. Its mission is to shape the development of Europe’s space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
In short, ESA’s job is to draw up the European space programme and carry it through. ESA’s programmes are designed to find out more about Earth, its immediate space environment, our Solar System and the Universe, as well as to develop satellite-based technologies and services, and to promote European industries. ESA also works closely with space organisations outside Europe like JAXA in Japan.
In that perspective, ESA is supporting four European startups winners of the European-Japanese Space Startup Competition 2024, which are the most promising European space startups with potential business cases for the Japanese market or collaborative projects with Japanese partners.

Fukuoka Prefecture has established “Fukuoka pref. Space Business Network” through industry – academia – government collaboration. The committee is working on supporting companies in Fukuoka Prefecture for expanding into space business in fields of both hardware (development of space-related equipment) and software (development of satellite data service and Japanese space food).

GISTDA, Thailand’s leading space agency, is actively driving innovation in space technology. We offer space infrastructure, such as the AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Test) service, to develop and prepare satellites for space missions. It entails assembling satellite components, integrating subsystems, and conducting rigorous functional and environmental testing to ensure that the satellite can operate effectively in harsh space conditions.
Furthermore, GISTDA’s primary missions include remote sensing and managing the THEOS-1 and THEOS-2 satellites. We also receive satellite data from a variety of international sources, including over 20 satellites in our network. This data ranges from high-resolution imagery to wide-area low-resolution data. Our satellite data is used for a variety of applications, including land use monitoring, urban planning, economic analysis, and disaster management. We leverage this data for change analysis and other valuable insights.

Harmonic Drive® is a lightweight precision control gear ideal for space equipment. We have been providing the gears in various space applications, including driving and positioning solar panels, articulating joints for space robots, and many other. 

Harwell Campus is a 700-acre science and technology hub specializing in four major sectors: Space, Health Tech (especially mRNA technologies), EnergyTech, and Quantum Computing, home to the National Quantum Computing Centre. It fosters multidisciplinary research through a public-private partnership between Brookfield Asset Management, the UK Atomic Energy Authority, and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Hosting over 7,500 people and 200 organizations, Harwell’s Space Cluster, anchored by RAL Space, has grown into a key part of the UK’s Space Sector, with 100 space organizations and the new National Satellite Test Facility. Key stakeholders include ESA, Satellite Applications Catapult, the UK Space Agency, Astroscale and Thales Alenia Space UK amongst others. See our organisations here: https://www.harwellcampus.com/organisations-list/

Hokkaido Spaceport is a commercial spaceport in Asia, which was established in Taiki, Japan. We are developing new launch and test sites for launch vehicles, as well as contributing to the development of launch vehicles and the space industry as an infrastructure.

In Ibaraki Prefecture, we established Ibaraki Space Business Creation Center Project in 2018 aimed at actively promoting the creation and attraction of space ventures as well as new entry by companies in the prefecture. At the booth, we’ll introduce our efforts in the project and especially major achievements of space equipment which has been developed by a variety of companies in the prefecture in collaboration with Industrial Technology Innovation Center of Ibaraki Prefecture.

IDDK has developed a lensless semiconductor-based microscopic observation device, Micro Imaging Device (MID). A fully automated bio-experiment unit with MID will be installed on our partner’s satellites, aiming to establish a private-sector-led space bio-experiment platform.

Idemitsu Kosan is developing CIGS solar cells for space applications. These solar cells feature high radiation resistance and high conversion efficiency, making them ideal for spacecraft and satellites. At our booth, you can see sample displays and experience their thinness and lightness firsthand.

IMV Corporation manufactures and sells equipment for environmental testing, measurement, and analysis with a focus on vibration. We provide testing services and solutions to ensure that aircraft and space equipment can withstand harsh environments, supporting their reliability and durability. With technology that meets the high-quality demands of the aerospace industry, we are committed to creating a safer and more secure future together.

Infostellar is a satellite ‘Ground Segment as a Service’ (GSaaS) provider. Infostellar provides flexible and scalable ground station services enabled by our cloud platform, ‘StellarStation’, which virtualizes ground station networks.

iQPS aims to establish a constellation of small SAR satellite “QPS-SAR,” for a near-real-time data service, which enables to observe almost anywhere in the world at an average of 10 minutes even at night and/or in bad weather. Discover our latest SAR images at the booth!

Internet Initiative Japan (IIJ) is an internet service provider founded in 1992. Leveraging its network and cloud technology capabilities, IIJ expects innovative ground station services that can quickly and securely receive and process satellite data.

Interstellar is a dynamic Japanese start-up with a vision of making space accessible to everyone through low-cost and convenient space transportation services. Currently, developing the orbital class launch vehicle ZERO. And Interstellar leads Our Stars, a satellite development project, pioneering Japan’s vertically integrated rocket-satellite service.

ispace is a space startup working on the development of lunar resources with the vision of “Expand our planet. Expand our future. ~Expand humanity’s living space into space for a sustainable world~”. We are developing a lunar lander and a lunar rover to provide frequent and low-cost transportation services to the Moon, as well as payload, data and partnership services. At our booth, we plan to introduce the services that ispace is developing.

IWAYA INC. is a start-up company headquartered in Ebetsu City, Hokkaido. We operate the “OPEN UNIVERSE PROJECT”, a co-creation project to realize a “Near Space Flight” in the stratosphere that allows anyone to easily view the earth and space. We conduct research and development of high-altitude gas balloons and space-related technologies in the stratosphere to “creates a future yet to be seen” through new technologies.

We will introduce JAXA’s various space industry promotion activities, including its projects such as large satellites, innovation creation based on space exploration, and space business creation through co-creation activities with the private sector.

Japan Space Law Association is an organization established by a group of Japanese lawyers to study, and provide support concerning, the legal issues and challenges surrounding space businesses.We will present the results of our research to date at our booth.

We are committed to encourage Kanagawa-based companies to enter the space industry, and building its momentum. In the booth, we are going to introduce innovation bases for space and other industries, our R&D institutions and the incentive programs to attract companies to Kanagawa.

Kitakyushu city is currently promoting the development of space industry, leveraging the strengths of manufacturing, IT fields and collaboration with universities which possess deep knowledge of space industry. The city also organizes a workshop to create new business opportunities.

La Trobe University is one of the top 1% of universities in the world, hosting over 36,000 students across 7 campuses. La Trobe is a university with a strong sense of social responsibility, a state-wide regional presence, and a national and global reputation for teaching and research excellence. La Trobe collaborates with industry, government, community, non-government organisations and individuals to create effective and mutually beneficial partnerships. We take a flexible approach to engagement and are committed to customising solutions to meet our partners’ needs. La Trobe is one of the leading institutions for space life sciences research in Australia, hosting world-leading programs in space plant biology, regenerative medicine, and microgravity research.

The MICHINOOK Community aims to create new industries and create social value through knowledge and technology of academia by promoting collaboration between researchers and companies, as well as between companies, beyond boundaries of individual research fields. In space research,The space research and development activities of the Space Robotics Laboratory of Tohoku University is introduced by means of posters and mockup models of micro-satellites. 

Mitsubishi Electric Engineering Co., Ltd. provides spacecraft and space transportation development solutions, including system/subsystem design and operation support.

Since 1975 when we lead first Japanese Space Insurance, MSI have achieved supporting space industry
approximately fifty years. Currently, we are providing new type of coverage such as “Luna Insurance” & “Space Travel Insurance” etc. to avoid risk from space business. We are looking forward to meet you at our exhibition booth.

MSW aims to create an era in which anyone can go to space just like driving a car. To achieve this goal, we will create an “era in which anyone can go to space” by starting with the mass production of engines, which is said to be the most difficult task, and mass-producing rockets like automobiles.

As a JAXA’s certified manufacturer of crystal devices in Japan, we at NDK will  be pleased to introduce suitable products for NewSpace fields. NDK’s synthetic qurarrtz crystal has high radiation resistnace, and high quality in automotive application is now being expanded to Space application. NDK also takes pride in introducing “Outgas Analysis System,” which achieves ng level measurement and solve contamination issues caused by outgassing in space.

Since its establishment in 1905, we have been fulfilling people’s dreams by continuing to create a variety of travel experiences. Our next destination is  outer space. We challenge the future where we can travel to space. Please stop by our booth.

Since 1987, Obayashi Corporation, a construction company, has been engaged in space development with an eye on the future growth of the space industry. At this booth, we will introduce our efforts to support humanity’s expansion into space from a construction perspective, including the space elevator, Lunar multi-purpose towers and the production of building materials using Lunar sand.

Oita Prefecture is collaborating with Sierra Space, Kanematsu Corporation, Japan Airlines Co., Ltd., MUFG Bank, Ltd., Tokyo Marine ＆ Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd., to bring Asia’s first horizontal spaceport to Japan. Also, to creating an ecosystem with spaceport in its center, we are working on space businesses such as space application and others, and space education outreach.

The latest case studies on the use of remote sensing will be presented. Why not create new services together? RESTEC, celebrating its 50th anniversary next year, provides comprehensive solutions from research and development to the implementation and utilization of satellite remote sensing. We aim to address social issues, including environmental challenges, natural disasters, national land management, and issues in agriculture, forestry, and fisheries.

Ridge-i aims to achieve “Business application of satellite imagery and satellite data by leveraging advanced analytical technologies” At our booth, you can experience our Satellite x AI products and new approaches to satellite data combined with Generative AI. We can answer your questions and concerns regarding the use of satellites, so please feel free to stop by.

Based on our experience and technology in the space and satellite industry since the 1970s, we Sangikyo and Sangikyo EOS offer three services: “Satellite Ground Station Construction Service,” “Satellite Manufacturing/Inspection/Operation Service,” and “Supply Chain Management service.”

Sompo Japan supports space projects by leveraging its experience in underwriting space insurance and collaboration with space operators for insurance development. In addition to providing insurance, Sompo Japan will work to improve customer service through collaboration and co-creation with space operators, and to solve social issues by creating new solutions.

Space BD has provided the optimal solutions to utilize space for everyone and contributed to accelerating the commercialization of space. With Japanese and global launch methods, we offer satellite launch, ISS utilization, and other tailor-made services, for one-stop, as a business development firm.

We will provide an exciting place where you can feel the transition of the space business and experience the “real” frontline of space business startups. From those who want to know what is the space business to those who are considering entering the space industry and want to take on new challenges. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone from those who want to know what is the space business, to those who are considering entering the space industry and want to take on new challenges, to those who have already started a business and would like to discuss the future.

SPC Electronics Corporation is utilizing microwave, millimeter wave, and high-frequency power technology to provide products and services in the field of communication electronics and industrial equipment. Their components for artificial satellites meet the demanding requirements of space. They are showcasing waveguides, MIC circulators, and Q-band LNAs, among others.

SMFL Group is engaged in the leasing of telecommunications equipment such as ground stations and rocket and satellite manufacturing equipment, as well as the rental of measuring and measurement instruments. In addition, through our co-creation activities with JAXA, we aim to form a satellite leasing market and secondary use market in the future, and to create a system to support players in the space industry.

With the mission to Create a new infrastructure that enables the next generation to understand our Earth and achieve a resilient future, Synspective delivers satellite data and various solutions that combine and analysis data set with machine learning and data science techniques.

Since our founding, we’ve supported space development with real-time technology. We will showcase our past achievements and our future initiative: “Solving space challenges with evolving software technology.” Our goal is to apply this concept to hardware and mechanical systems as well.

Tohoku University considers space as the next core research cluster and is promoting various space-related activities ranging from basic studies to university-launched ventures. At the booth, we will introduce activities related to space-related life science and Mars exploration.

Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance has supported various challenges by the space industry since 1970s. We initiated “Space Project” internally in 2022, and recently launched an owned media “SpaceMate” to let people feel Space activities familiar. We are also developing and providing services with utilizing satellite data. Please visit our booth for more information and exhibits.

TOYO is a leading supplier of cutting-edge measurement solutions. With 35 plus years of experience in integrating and delivering radio/optical ground stations and antenna measurement solutions, TOYO will continue to contribute to our customers’ space development efforts. 

Discover how spatial information science merges cosmic and terrestrial data in a distributed environment. From remote sensing to IoT, explore data integration’s impact on research and industry. Unlock new realms of possibilities with us.

Working on New Materials and Technologies for Weight Reduction
Rich Experiences with R&D Eager for Overseas Expansion
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The Space Data Utilization Promotion Center, which runs the Satellite Data Analysis Technology Study Group, introduces its efforts and achievements in supporting entry into the satellite data field.

YUKI Precision is a precision machining and design development company. For the space field, we provide design support, parts machining, manufacturing and assembly for spacecraft/test jigs, etc. Please feel free to contact us if you have any problems.