In the early hours at Vandenberg Space Force Base, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 lifted off on the Transporter-14 mission, marking another milestone for the global small satellite community. Onboard were several high-impact payloads from companies supported by Seraphim, as well as a notable return from one of our Accelerator alumni. With successful deployment into sun-synchronous orbit, these missions represent the cutting edge of space-enabled innovation, spanning precision navigation, climate intelligence, IoT connectivity, orbital logistics, and the future of satellite servicing.
Xona Space Systems has launched Pulsar-0, the first production-class satellite in its Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation. This milestone brings Xona closer to delivering a resilient, high-accuracy alternative to traditional GPS, addressing the growing need for secure and precise positioning across various industries. Pulsar-0 is designed to provide:
This launch marks a significant step toward the first commercial PNT service, unlocking a new category of innovation that will fundamentally reshape how billions of devices localize themselves worldwide.
With SkyBee‑1 already in orbit, Constellr launched SkyBee‑2 yesterday from California aboard Kongsberg NanoAvionics’ MP42 microsatellite bus. This second satellite doubles the capacity of the HiVE constellation, extending both reach and impact. Constellr’s thermal intelligence already drives smarter decisions from detecting crop stress and optimising water use to guiding urban cooling strategies and identifying infrastructure risks. With SkyBee‑2 now joining the network, they will deliver even more precise and timely insights for climate adaptation, resource planning, and infrastructure monitoring advancing the build of resilient systems, wherever they’re needed. This mission, again supported by the ESA Marketplace commercialisation programme, accelerates SkyBee‑2’s launch and scales Constellr’s operations more swiftly.
D-Orbit continued its track record of successful missions with its ION Satellite Carrier, ION SCV Charismatic Carlus and ION SCV Passionate Paula, successfully launched aboard SpaceX’s Transporter‑14 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base. These missions, Space Bound and Skytrail represent D‑Orbit’s 18th and 19th commercial Orbital Transfer Vehicle (OTV) flights, further cementing their leadership in space logistics. Each ION carrier deployed multiple CubeSats with precision, proving how “last‑mile” delivery in space can streamline missions, reduce deployment time and complexity, and offer operators enhanced control over constellation roll‑outs. With frequent and reliable flights like these, ION continues to serve as a cornerstone of the smallsat ecosystem, bridging the gap between launch and orbit.
Hubble Network has successfully launched four new production satellites, Scooby, Shaggy, Lilo, and Stitch, aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-14 mission. This deployment expands Hubble’s constellation to seven satellites, enabling seamless global connectivity for any Bluetooth-enabled device. From its origins with weather balloon tests to deploying space hardware, Hubble has redefined global IoT connectivity. The team is now focused on activating production traffic for its first cohort of satellite customers, marking a significant step in the evolution of space-based communication networks.
Spire Global successfully launched six LEMUR satellites aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-14 mission. These satellites are designed to monitor soil moisture, improve global weather forecasts, and serve missions for Space Services customers. Spire’s enhanced soil moisture monitoring capabilities, combining radio occultation and reflectometry technologies, allow for improved weather forecasts and data collection across various frequencies.
ICEYE launched six new synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-14 mission. These satellites enhance ICEYE’s Earth observation capabilities, providing high-resolution imaging for applications such as natural catastrophe monitoring, security, and maritime surveillance. Notably, this launch includes the first ICEYE satellite for the Royal Netherlands Air Force, marking the first operational Dutch military satellite mission. Additionally, ICEYE introduced its Generation 4 satellite, featuring a larger SAR antenna and increased radiated SAR power, enabling broader imaging areas and higher image detail.
Starfish Space, an alumnus of the Seraphim Accelerator, returned to orbit with Otter Pup 2. Building on its 2023 demo, this mission tested key technologies for autonomous satellite rendezvous and docking, including advanced guidance software and custom docking hardware. These capabilities are foundational for a future of sustainable space operations, enabling satellite life extension, debris removal, and more efficient fleet management.
BioOrbit’s first in-space mission successfully launched yesterday aboard SpaceX’s Transporter‑14, marking a significant milestone in space-based pharmaceutical research. The mission will conduct microgravity crystallisation of monoclonal antibodies, with the goal of improving drug stability and enabling subcutaneous administration, transforming cancer therapy delivery on Earth. Launched without propulsion to expedite deployment, this mission underlines BioOrbit’s commitment to delivering real-world impact as quickly as possible.
The successful deployment of these payloads underscores the growing importance of space technology in driving sustainable development and economic growth. As we continue to support and invest in these pioneering companies, we remain committed to fostering advancements that leverage space technology for the betterment of life on Earth.
