On April 24, 2025, OKAPI:Orbits, a German space traffic management startup, announced it has raised €13 million ($14.75 million) in a seed funding round led by Ventech, with participation from Matterwave Ventures and the Amadeus APEX Technology Fund.

CEO Kristina Nikolaus highlighted the significance of this funding in solidifying the company's leadership in the space industry and its commitment to sustainable orbital environments.

Founded in 2018 and spun out of the Technical University of Braunschweig, OKAPI:Orbits specializes in AI-driven platforms that predict and manage risks associated with space traffic, including frequency interference and space debris.

Since its inception, the company has expanded from a four-person startup to a team of 35, with its software validated by the European Space Agency and its first commercial client being a Swiss satellite constellation.

The company serves a diverse range of clients across Europe, Asia, and the USA, establishing a strong market position in the growing space industry.

OKAPI:Orbits provides comprehensive space traffic management solutions that support missions from planning through to end-of-life, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance with international standards.

In March 2025, the company introduced Okapi:Soteria, a tool designed to optimize missions and ensure compliance with various regulations, with Hungary's first commercial low-Earth orbit constellation as a customer.

The software developed by OKAPI:Orbits helps clients understand operational limits and forecast orbital environments, which is crucial for effective collision avoidance.

The company's mission analysis tool simulates satellite behavior, boasting a 99% accuracy rate in collision prediction with a 10-day lead time for operational adjustments.

As interest in space increases, the demand for reliable collision-risk predictions and comprehensive space-asset catalogs is growing, making OKAPI:Orbits an essential player in the sector.

Currently, there are no official international standards for space traffic management, prompting OKAPI:Orbits to actively engage with policymakers to help shape regulatory frameworks.

The recent funding will be utilized to enhance technical capabilities, grow the team, and expand operations internationally, positioning OKAPI:Orbits for future growth.