Ibadan, 24 March 2025. – Bellatrix Aerospace and Astroscale Japan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cutting-edge propulsion solutions to address opportunities within India’s growing space market and expand to developing international markets.
The collaboration aims to drive active debris removal, satellite servicing, and sustainable in-orbit mobility, contributing to a cleaner and safer space environment. As two prominent players in space sustainability, Bellatrix and Astroscale will subsequently leverage their expertise to create synergies across both the Indian and Japanese space ecosystems.
The agreement will consequently facilitate Bellatrix’s entry into the Japanese market while also supporting Astroscale Japan’s expansion within India’s fast-growing space economy.
Astroscale Japan, a subsidiary of Astroscale Holdings Inc., has been at the forefront of developing innovative solutions for in-orbit servicing and debris mitigation. The company also delivers various innovative and scalable on-orbit servicing solutions, including life extension, in-situ space situational awareness, end-of-life, and active debris removal.
“Astroscale’s commitment to sustainable space technologies is truly inspiring,” remarked Rohan M Ganapathy, CEO & CTO, Bellatrix Aerospace. “Bellatrix Aerospace is happy to collaborate with Astroscale on future missions and contribute to a cleaner, safer space environment. This partnership also marks a significant step for us as we venture into the Japanese market.”
Likewise, Eddie Kato, president & managing director of Astroscale Japan, stated, “Bellatrix Aerospace is an emerging space company that has garnered attention from the Indian government. With its unique technologies and products, the company is expected to expand its market entry opportunities as well as create a complementary relationship with us.”
With India’s space sector rapidly evolving, Bellatrix’s expertise in propulsion, together with Astroscale’s works in satellite servicing and debris removal, will enable impactful contributions to global space sustainability efforts.”
