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Exotrail
Small satellite propulsion for an agile space
About Exotrail
Exotrail is a pioneering company in the space mobility sector, focusing on enhancing the performance and sustainability of small satellite constellations. The company operates in the rapidly growing space industry, providing essential services and products that enable small satellites to move efficiently in space. This includes optimizing their launch strategies, improving their operational lifespan, and ensuring better resolution and coverage for various applications such as telecommunications and earth observation.
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Exotrail serves a diverse range of clients, including satellite manufacturers, space agencies, and commercial satellite operators. These clients rely on Exotrail's expertise to enhance the deployment and performance of their satellite constellations. The company's offerings are particularly valuable in the context of the increasing number of small satellites being launched, which necessitates efficient and sustainable space mobility solutions.
The business model of Exotrail revolves around three main pillars: mission simulation and operation software, high-thrust and flexible electric propulsion systems, and on-orbit transfer vehicles. The mission simulation and operation software helps clients plan and manage their satellite missions more effectively. The electric propulsion systems provide the necessary thrust to move satellites into their desired orbits, while the on-orbit transfer vehicles facilitate the transportation of satellites to their final destinations in space.
Exotrail generates revenue by selling these products and services to its clients. The company offers tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of each client, ensuring optimal performance and cost-efficiency. By providing end-to-end space mobility solutions, Exotrail not only enhances the capabilities of small satellites but also contributes to reducing space debris, promoting a more sustainable space environment.
In summary, Exotrail is a key player in the space mobility industry, offering innovative solutions that improve the deployment and performance of small satellites while promoting sustainability.
At a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- Massy, France
- Employees
- 207
- Open positions
- 40
- Dealroom signal
- 83.6/100
- Sector
- Space, Aerospace, Spinout, Sustainable Development Goals, Aviation and Aerospace, Space Tech, Satellites, Space Transportation, ESA, ESA SME, In-Space Operations
- Technology
- Hardware, Deep Tech
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES BOther financing | Feb 2023 | $58M | $232M | Bpifrance · BNP Paribas · iXO Private Equity · Banque Populaire Occitane | — |
| EARLY VCOther financing | Jul 2020 | $12M | $48M | Bpifrance · Irdi Capital Investissement · Turenne Capital · 360 Capital | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Exotrail is 14K monthly website visits, up 27.3% over the last three months. Exotrail's team grew 11.3% over the past year.
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed1 investor entered at this stage
European Innovation Council
Series A13 investors entered at this stage
360 Capital
Irdi Capital Investissement
SATT Paris-Saclay
Bpifrance
Innovacom
Karista
Turenne Capital
iXO Private Equity
NCI
BNP Paribas
Banque Populaire Occitane
Celad
Eurazeo
Other known investors7 additional known investors
CNES
CNRS Innovation
École Polytechnique - IP Paris
French National Centre for Scientific Research - CNRS
IP Paris
Paris-Saclay University
University of Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines - Paris-Saclay University
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