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Space technology company developing laser communication terminals for high-speed satellite-to-satellite and satellite-to-ground data links.
Based in Beijing, China, Aurora Starcom develops and manufactures space laser communication terminals and system solutions for high-speed satellite data transmission. The company provides inter-satellite networking and satellite-to-ground links capable of supporting data transfer rates ranging from 10Gbps to 400Gbps for commercial aerospace and telecommunications programs. In March 2025, the enterprise successfully conducted China's first in-orbit inter-satellite 400Gbps laser communication test, following over 200 hours of continuous verification on its self-built constellation platform. Aurora Starcom supplies laser communication payloads to satellite constellation operators, cooperating with numerous domestic aerospace units to mass-apply its products in remote-sensing missions. The hardware manufacturer has secured over 100 million yuan in Series A++ financing, backed by venture capital investors including Founder H Fund, Shunwei Capital, Matrix Partners China, and CASSTAR. The commercial aerospace organization was established in Beijing in 2020.
Aurora Starcom has raised $43.2M across 1 funding round.
Aurora Starcom's technology is designed to support high-speed satellite-to-satellite and satellite-to-ground data links, facilitating rapid and secure information exchange in space.
The Aurora Constellation 01 and 02 satellites were jointly developed by Beijing Aurora Starcom, Fudan Information Satellite, and Shanghai Institute of Electric Power No. 1.
Aurora Starcom has received national-level capital investment for its laser communication industrialization project, in addition to completing a Series A funding round in 2024.
Aurora Starcom's technology is designed to support high-speed satellite-to-satellite and satellite-to-ground data links, facilitating rapid and secure information exchange in space.
The Aurora Constellation 01 and 02 satellites were jointly developed by Beijing Aurora Starcom, Fudan Information Satellite, and Shanghai Institute of Electric Power No. 1.
Aurora Starcom has received national-level capital investment for its laser communication industrialization project, in addition to completing a Series A funding round in 2024.
Aurora Starcom has raised $43.2M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $43.2M Series A in February 2026.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2026 | $43.2M Series A | — | Beijing Information Industry Development Investment Fund, Grand Flight Investment, Guangdong Development Capital, Huacheng Venture Capital, Peakview Capital, Shenwan Hongyuan, Yunhui Capital | Announced |
Aurora Starcom is a national high-tech company established in 2020, specializing in the research and development of space laser communication technology. Headquartered in Beijing, China, the company focuses on advancing high-speed data transmission capabilities for satellite-based applications. Its work positions it within the broader space technology sector, contributing to the infrastructure for advanced satellite communication.
The company's primary technological focus is on developing laser communication terminals designed for high-speed satellite-to-satellite and satellite-to-ground data links. This technology aims to enable faster and more secure data transfer in space, addressing the growing demand for robust communication solutions in various orbital missions. Aurora Starcom offers a range of products related to these advanced communication systems.
Aurora Starcom has demonstrated its capabilities through operational assets, including the Aurora Constellation 01 and 02 satellites. These satellites were developed in collaboration with other entities, specifically Fudan Information Satellite and Shanghai Institute of Electric Power No. 1. The deployment of these satellites underscores the company's progress in bringing its laser communication technology from development to practical application in orbit.
The company has attracted investment, completing a Series A funding round in 2024. This financial backing includes national-level capital, which has invested in Aurora Starcom's laser communication industrialization project. Such investments highlight the strategic importance placed on the company's technology within the national high-tech landscape, supporting its continued development and expansion in the space communication market.