📍 Our Founder Selected to Kickstart Global W26 Cohort
Tuesday, 01 Jan 2026
Our founder, Leo Pauly, has been selected for the Kickstart Global W26 cohort, joining a highly selective UK founders programme that supports exceptional early-stage entrepreneurs. The programme provides access to world-class mentorship, masterclasses, and a global startup network. We are very excited to see our bold ambition and vision recognised once again.
📍 Plasma Orbital Reaches Semi-finals of the Oxbridge AI Startup Challenge
Tuesday, 18 Nov 2025
Plasma Orbital has now reached the semi-finals of the famous Oxbridge-AI startup pitching competition.
📍 Plasma Orbital Named Finalist for Palantir Startup Fellowship
Wednesday, 10 Sept 2025
We’re thrilled to be recognised as a finalist for the Palantir Startup Fellowship program. This early recognition fuels our mission to advance the next generation of satellites, starting with AI-MicroSats set to transform maritime monitoring and surveillance.
📍 Plasma Orbital Joins UK Space Agency’s Accelerator
Monday, 28 July 2025
We're proud to announce that Plasma Orbital has been accepted into the UK Space Agency's Accelerator Explore Programme. Aimed at early-stage space startups, the programme provides expert mentoring, business support, and access to the robust UK space network. This opportunity will help us accelerate the development of our AI-MicroSats for next-generation maritime monitoring, while strengthening our commercial and technical foundations. We're excited to take this next step toward shaping the future of the space sector.
📍 Our Founder's Article Featured in The Hindu
Tuesday, 27 May 2025
In a recent feature published in The Hindu, our founder Leo Pauly, along with space law scholar Shrawani Shagun, co-authored an insightful piece examining the legal and technological challenges arising from the rise of AI-powered satellites. The article explores the growing risks posed by autonomous systems in orbit, including the potential for misjudgments while operating independently, and calls for urgent international legal frameworks to govern decision-making in space. Read the full article online.
📍Plasma Orbital Joins Barclays Eagle Labs Funding Readiness Program
Monday, 07 April 2025
We’re excited to announce that we have been selected to join Barclays Eagle Labs for their Funding Readiness Programme. Designed to support startups in preparing for investment, the program offers tailored guidance and resources to help navigate the funding landscape. We look forward to enhancing our readiness for future growth and investment opportunities through this program.
📍Demo Day: Canary Wharf Space Innovation Hub
Monday, 17 March 2025
We are happy to announce that our founder, Leo Pauly, PhD, will be showcasing our startup at the upcoming Demo Day at the Canary Wharf Space Innovation Hub in London. Leo will share the story of our startup and his vision for advanced, real-time maritime monitoring through our intelligent satellites.
📍 Featured at the London Business School Booster Pitch Night
Thursday, 13 March 2025
We are thrilled to announce that Plasma Orbital was selected to pitch its innovative 360° maritime monitoring solution at the second Booster Pitch Night of 2025, held at London Business School. At the event, visionary entrepreneurs presented their groundbreaking ideas and Plasma Orbital had the privilege of showcasing its unique vision to a distinguished panel of judges, including Chloe Burles, Jérôme Billiet and Dhruv Gupta. The event celebrated the next generation of entrepreneurs and we are excited about the continued growth and opportunities ahead. Stay tuned for more updates on our journey!
📍Founders' Experience at Space-Comm Expo'25
Thursday, 12 March 2025
❝I had an incredible time attending the London Space-Comm Expo 2025 over the past two days! It was an invaluable opportunity to network and connect with key players across the space industry, from satellite sub-system manufacturers to mission hosts and launch facilitators. The event provided deep insights into the latest advancements and trends and I’m excited to see how these connections will shape the future of our startup.❞
- Leo Pauly, CEO & Founder
📍Plasma Orbital Selected to Attend InnovateUK NextGen Space Incubator 2025
Wednesday, 01 January 2025
Excited to announce that our innovative idea has earned us a spot in the second edition of the Innovate UK NextGen Space Incubation Program! After a highly competitive selection process, our submission stood out for its innovation and potential. We are now one step closer to presenting our concept on the global stage. Stay tuned for more updates as we move forward in this exciting journey!
📍Plasma Orbital Selected as Finalist in InnovateUK NextGen Space Challenge
Wednesday, 05 February 2025
We are thrilled to announce that Plasma Orbital has been selected as one of the finalists in this year’s Innovate NextGen Space Challenge! After a rigorous selection process, incubation & training programme, Plasma Orbital will be pitching next Friday for a chance to win one of the top 3 awards. This recognition highlights the startup's exceptional potential in shaping the future of space technology. Tune in to watch the final pitches online and show your support!