Starlab Space LLC
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Starlab Space LLC - overview
Established
2023
Location
-, TX, US
Primary Industry
Aerospace
About
Based in Texas, US, Starlab Space LLC operates as a developer of next-generation commercial space stations, focusing on enabling continued human presence in low-Earth orbit and advancing scientific research and innovation in microgravity environments. The company was founded in 2021, and the reviewed official sources describe Starlab as a U. S. -led global joint venture led by Voyager Technologies, alongside Airbus, Mitsubishi Corporation, MDA Space, Palantir Technologies, and Space Applications Services.
Starlab is developing an AI-enabled commercial space station designed to support microgravity science and research following the retirement of the International Space Station. Its core offerings include orbital research infrastructure, payload services, astronaut services, and advanced research facilities for scientific and commercial markets such as microbiology, biopharma, and advanced manufacturing. The company works with a global network of partners, including space agencies, research institutions, universities, and commercial aerospace companies, to support mission planning, payload development, research operations, and on-orbit assistance. In August 2025, Marshall Smith was appointed CEO of Starlab Space LLC to lead the company from design into development and flight.
In May 2026, Starlab announced a strategic investment from 1789 Capital; financial terms of the investment were not disclosed.
Current Investors
Airbus S.A.S., Voyager Space, Mitsubishi
Primary Industry
Aerospace
Sub Industries
Aerospace, Analytics & Performance Software, Application Integration Software
Website
www.starlab-space.com/
Verticals
Artificial Intelligence, Manufacturing, Research (Non-Medical), Robotics
Total Amount Raised
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Starlab Space LLC - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joint Venture, LP Direct | Completed | Starlab Space, Inc | - |
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