Science1 hOctober 29, 2026, 23:33

Pixxel sets up US subsidiary Pixxel Federal to chase government contracts

Indian spacetech startup Pixxel has launched Pixxel Federal, a US subsidiary, and plans an office near Washington, DC to work with government customers. The unit will offer Earth observation, satellite mission systems and geospatial intelligence, building on contracts with NASA and the NRO.

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Pixxel sets up US subsidiary Pixxel Federal to chase government contracts

Pixxel Federal is led by CEO Allyson Jenkins, previously VP of public sector
Pixxel holds NASA CSDA and NRO Strategic Commercial Enhancements contracts
The startup raised $100 Mn in September, bringing total funding to about $195 Mn
It claims the world's highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral constellation

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