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In a rapidly evolving space industry defined by mounting competition and compressed timelines, CubeSpace (CS) is transforming satellite control for SmallSats. A global leader in satellite Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS), CS is extending its flight-proven solutions beyond nanosatellites to include spacecraft in the 50–1,000 kg class.
With a fully modular, Lego-like architecture, in which components can easily be swapped out and interface boards changed, fully mission-tailored, plug-and-play solutions can now be delivered in weeks rather than months. This provides customers with a faster, more reliable alternative to the time-intensive and complex process of in-house designed and integrated ADCS systems.
With over 350 ADCS systems and thousands of related components already operating reliably in orbit, CS is establishing a new gold standard for reliable, scalable, and easy-to-integrate control solutions. This novel approach reduces supply chain complexity, accelerates time-to-orbit, and supports the streamlined production essential for multi-satellite and mega-constellation programs seeking quality, consistency, and rapid deployment. The market response so far confirms the demand with 28 ADCS systems already sold in the 50–500 kg class, several of which are scheduled for flight in 2025.
As it moves into the SmallSat market, funding from investors has empowered CS to scale its capabilities dramatically. High-performance reaction wheels, now suitable for satellites up to one ton, meet the demands of even the most precise Earth Observation missions. Meanwhile, an expanded, automotive-inspired manufacturing infrastructure has tripled output in the last six months and will continue to grow through automation and industrialization. Maintaining partial and pre-built stock, CS ensures ready-to-ship inventory and swift lead times that align perfectly with today’s ambitious development schedules.
Beyond hardware, CS stands apart with its integrated software ecosystem—encompassing mission analysis, simulation, integration, and commissioning support—all soon to be accessible through a cloud-hosted customer portal. This holistic model offers unparalleled usability and cements CS’s position as a long-term partner rather than a traditional hardware supplier.
“CubeSpace (CS) is a globally recognized leader in ADCS technology and is poised to capture an even larger share of the evolving satellite market,” says CEO Mike-Alec Kearney. “At CS, we don’t just provide hardware; we support customers through the entire mission lifecycle, from initial design to post-launch operations. While our rapid delivery and competitive pricing may draw many of them in, it’s our robust technology and customer-centric approach that keeps them coming back.”
As the space industry continues to expand, CubeSpace’s comprehensive, integrated solutions ensure that satellite developers worldwide can meet their evolving mission requirements swiftly, reliably, and affordably.
CubeSpace (CS) is a globally recognized leader in Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS), supporting over 250 customers in more than 30 countries. Leading in ADCS innovation and cutting-edge solutions, CS is a trusted supplier to major space agencies like NASA and ESA, as well as a majority of constellation primes and ambitious commercial satellite builders. Supporting customers from design through to commissioning, CS is setting a new gold standard for control systems globally.
Media contact: Britt-Lee Smith brittlee@cubespace.co.za
