General InformationAstranis is a San Francisco-based satellite communications company founded in 2018 with approximately 100-150 employees that builds small, software-defined geostationary satellites for global broadband connectivity.
Funding & FinancialsAstranis has raised over $200 million across multiple funding rounds including Series C and D, with backing from prominent investors including Bessemer Venture Partners, Salesforce Ventures, and others.
Leadership & TeamFounded by CEO John Gedmark, an aerospace engineer with expertise in satellite systems; the company is led by a team with deep experience in satellite technology and space operations.
Recent ActivityAstranis has progressed development of its first commercial satellite and has secured multiple customer agreements for service delivery in regions including Latin America, with plans for operational deployment in the coming years.