Infinite Orbits raises €40M to solidify Europe’s in‑orbit servicing leadership
Infinite Orbits raises €40M to solidify Europe’s in‑orbit servicing leadership and secures Polish VC backing
Investment, Space Tech
💎 European space‑tech firm Infinite Orbits secures €40 million round led by Wind Capital, Matterwave, Balnord and EIC Fund to expand GEO satellite servicing and open office in Poland
Toulouse‑based Infinite Orbits, a leader in geostationary (GEO) satellite inspection, life‑extension and in‑orbit servicing, has closed a €40 million financing round involving the European Innovation Council Fund, France’s Wind Capital, Germany’s Matterwave Ventures, and Poland’s Balnord, among others. The funding round comes amid a secured order book of approximately €150 million over the next three years and supports the company’s deployment of its Endurance™ servicer platform, global footprint expansion and strategic focus on Europe’s space sovereignty.
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Why this matters
Infinite Orbits’ technology enters a critical domain: prolonging satellite life, performing in‑orbit inspections and servicing GEO assets — significantly reducing cost and risk for operators while enhancing space sustainability. Its new funding supports offices opening in Luxembourg, Spain, UK, Germany and Poland. For Polish VC and innovation ecosystems, the participation of Balnord underscores that local funds are now co‑investing in pan‑European, deep‑tech aerospace companies — playing “in the champions league”.
The company already collaborates with major operator SES S.A. for Europe’s first commercial GEO life‑extension mission planned for 2027 via docking vehicle Endurance™.
Implications for Poland and European space sovereignty
With this round, Infinite Orbits not only scales its commercial offering but also reinforces the continent’s ability to deploy sovereign capability in orbit — a strategic shift given rapidly rising space‑traffic, geopolitical risk and aging satellites. The company’s dual‑use profile (commercial life extension plus defence/space infrastructure) makes it especially relevant to Europe’s policy agendas.
For Poland, involvement via Balnord signals that Polish venture capital is reaching beyond software and platforms into space‑infra frontiers. Local LPs and co‑investors may view this deal as a benchmark: investing in a European space unifier, with global relevance, from the ground up. The planned Polish office could anchor local partnerships, talent and supply‑chain integration.
What’s next
Infinite Orbits will deploy its servicer fleet, begin first mission with SES, expand its European subsidiaries and deepen partnerships across 19 countries. For Polish investors and ecosystem players, this deal demonstrates access to “top‑tier” private companies in space tech, not just domestic scale‑ups. It also hints that when the right technology and team align, CEE funds can co‑lead global rounds.
Tags: Investment, Space Tech
