Kepler Communications

Provides real-time space communication services

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

About Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications provides continuous connectivity for space missions through its comprehensive infrastructure known as The Kepler Network. This network includes constellations, ground stations, and communication solutions that enhance telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) capabilities. By utilizing intersatellite links and increasing data downlink capacity, Kepler enables seamless access to on-orbit data for clients such as satellite operators and space stations. The company offers various communication services, including S Band, Ku Band, and Optical services, which help to address gaps in space communications. Unlike its competitors, Kepler simplifies the process for its customers by handling regulatory filings, allowing them to focus on their missions. The goal of Kepler Communications is to make space-generated data universally accessible and to support human exploration beyond Earth.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$168.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Amazon's Project Kuiper poses a competitive threat with its optical mesh network.
Wyvern's US expansion could impact Kepler's market share in satellite services.
Rapid OISL advancements by competitors may outpace Kepler's technological offerings.

Differentiation

Kepler offers real-time connectivity for space missions, unlike traditional intermittent satellite links.
Their Global Data ServiceTM packs more Mbps into nanosatellites than competitors.
Kepler's everywhereIoTTM provides low-cost, bi-directional narrowband satellite service for global IoT connectivity.

Upsides

Kepler's $92M funding round highlights strong investor confidence in their satellite network.
ESA's contract with Kepler opens doors for collaborations with major space agencies.
Growing interest in OISL technology could enhance Kepler's network capabilities.

Funding

Total raised$168.38 M
Latest valuation$460.00 M
StageSERIES_C