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Open Cosmos receives 300 million euros in funding. There is Portuguese capital among the investors
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Open Cosmos receives 300 million euros in funding. There is Portuguese capital among the investors

SAPO Notícias14 September 2026 at 14:01

Open Cosmos, a space tech company founded in 2015 in the United Kingdom by Rafel Jorda Siquier, has just announced that it raised 300 million euros in funding to accelerate its activity in real-time information delivery and space-based connectivity. The company, which has physical facilities in the United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal and the United States, plans to use these funds to expand its operations and develop new technological solutions in the space sector.

Among the investors who participated in this funding round is Portuguese capital, demonstrating the interest of national investors in the space technology sector. The amount of 300 million euros represents a significant milestone for the company and for the European space sector.

Open Cosmos positions itself as a company focused on providing real-time information services and connectivity through space technology, competing in a growing market where various European and American companies are seeking to establish themselves. The investment will allow the company to accelerate its projects and strengthen its position in the global space technology market.

Why this matters

The 300 million euros raised by Open Cosmos represents a significant milestone for the European space sector, demonstrating growing interest in space technology companies. The participation of Portuguese investors in this funding round indicates that Portugal is establishing itself as a player in the global space tech ecosystem.

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