Xona Space Systems is a space technology company and navigation solution provider pioneering a next-generation satellite navigation system. They are developing the PULSAR™ service, a LEO constellation of small satellites designed to deliver precise and secure positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) services as an alternative to traditional GNSS like GPS. Xona's technology aims to improve accuracy, reliability, and security for autonomous systems and critical infrastructure, collaborating with partners like Trimble, US Space Force, and Safran. Associated keywords include: LEO PNT, satellite navigation, precision positioning, GNSS, and autonomous systems.
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Xona Space Systems expects to begin initial commercial service in 2027.
Xona Space Systems secured $170 million in Series C funding to support deployment of its planned 259-satellite fleet.
Xona Space Systems inaugurated its first in-house satellite production facility in Burlingame, California.
The first 34 satellites in Xona Space Systems’ constellation will provide coverage across North America and Europe.
Xona Space Systems’ Pulsar constellation operates at an altitude of approximately 1,080 km.
Rohde & Schwarz launched new signal simulation capabilities for Pulsar, the high-precision positioning, navigation, and timing service developed by Xona Space Systems.
Xona Space Systems previously raised a $92 million Series B in June.
Xona Space Systems plans to grow its product, engineering, and supply chain teams.
Xona Space Systems broadcast a commercial satellite navigation signal for the first time last year.
Xona Space Systems has offices in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Xona Space Systems plans to build and deploy a constellation of 258 satellites.
Xona Space Systems’ constellation will involve manufacturers and partners across Europe and Asia.
Xona Space Systems’ technology targets centimeter-level accuracy and signals strong enough to penetrate warehouses.
Xona Space Systems raised a $170 million Series C to accelerate deployment of its Pulsar GPS constellation.
The first U.S. satellites in Xona Space Systems’ constellation will launch this year.
Xona Space Systems’ technology is designed to work on everyday systems with only a software update.
Mohari Ventures and Natural Capital led Xona Space Systems’ $170 million Series C round.
Xona Space Systems has demonstrated PNT signal transmission in low Earth orbit that is stronger, more accurate, and more secure than traditional GPS.
Xona Space Systems is a California-based startup building a commercial GPS alternative.
Seraphim Space’s investment portfolio includes Iceye, D-Orbit, Xona Space Systems, Skylo, Pixxel, and AST SpaceMobile.