Space station startup Gravitics lands $125 million order from Axiom
What is the value of Gravitics' contract with Axiom Space?
Gravitics signed a $125 million contract with Axiom Space to expand the latter's planned space station4. This deal marks the startup's most significant yet, as they aim to become a manufacturer of private space stations.
What unique feature does Gravitics claim for their space station modules?
Gravitics claims that their space station modules have the "largest interior volume in a standalone spacecraft." Their largest module, called StarMax, is inspired by SpaceX's Starship rocket and aims to maximize payload volume.
How does Gravitics' CEO describe the company's operational approach?
Gravitics' CEO, Colin Doughan, describes the company's operational approach as focusing on providing space station modules as a plug-and-play product line that can launch on a variety of rockets. The company aims to be a key supplier for commercial space station operators, helping them be successful in the growing private space station market.