General InformationCapella Space is a San Francisco-based earth observation company founded in 2016 that operates a constellation of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites, with approximately 100-150 employees.
Funding & FinancialsCapella Space has raised approximately $200+ million across multiple rounds, with Series C funding from investors including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Lowercarbon Capital, and other strategic backers.
Leadership & TeamFounded by Payam Banazadeh, who serves as CEO; the company includes experienced aerospace and satellite technology executives in key leadership roles.
Recent ActivityCapella Space has been expanding its satellite constellation and commercial partnerships for real-time earth observation services, with increasing adoption among defense and commercial geospatial intelligence customers.