The Development Bank of Japan (DBJ) is a government-backed financial institution that plays a crucial role in fostering the growth of Japan's space industry through investments and loans. DBJ provides financial support to space startups and established companies, often in collaboration with other investors, to promote technological innovation and the commercialization of space-related activities. It supports projects ranging from rocket development and satellite constellations to space debris removal and high-altitude platform stations, partnering with entities like JAXA, Space One, and AALTO. DBJ aims to strengthen the competitiveness of Japan's space sector and facilitate new business development across various industries.
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The Series C equity round included participation from Woven Capital, Janus Henderson Investors, Airbus Ventures, the Development Bank of Japan Inc., MESH, NewSpace Capital, and other global investors.
Equity participants in CesiumAstro's Series C round include Woven Capital, Janus Henderson Investors, Airbus Ventures, the Development Bank of Japan Inc., MESH, and NewSpace Capital.
Other investors in CesiumAstro’s Series C round include Woven Capital, Janus Henderson Investors, Airbus Ventures, the Development Bank of Japan Inc., MESH, and NewSpace Capital.
ispace secured $90 million in 2017 from INCJ, the Development Bank of Japan, and private backers.
Development Bank of Japan established its Aerospace Office in April 2017.
Development Bank of Japan provided matching participation in CesiumAstro’s $65,000,000 Series B+ funding round.