Starfish Space
Builds Otter servicing spacecraft that dock with satellites for life extension, inspection and deorbit, for the Space Force, SDA, NASA and commercial operators.
Falcon 9 launches the GPS III-SV09 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, January 2026. Photo: U.S. Space Force photo by Gwendolyn Kurzen, Public domain (U.S. government work).
Funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | Series B | $100M |
Why it matters
Space Force contracts including a $37.5M STRATFI and a dedicated Otter servicing mission; SDA contract for end-of-life disposal; first full Otter missions expected in 2026.
Is Starfish Space publicly traded?
Starfish Space is privately held as of November 14, 2026: there is no ticker and no announced IPO. Shares are not available on public exchanges.
Information only, not investment advice.
Key figures confirmed by multiple sourcesLast verified November 14, 2026
Starfish Space: key questions
What does Starfish Space do?
Builds Otter servicing spacecraft that dock with satellites for life extension, inspection and deorbit, for the Space Force, SDA, NASA and commercial operators.
What does Starfish Space make?
Products named by Starfish Space include Otter.
Where is Starfish Space based?
Starfish Space is headquartered in Tukwila, Washington. It was founded in 2019.
How much funding has Starfish Space raised?
Total funding is >$150M, based on announced and reported rounds. Latest round: Series B, $100M, Apr 2026.
Who are Starfish Space's investors?
Notable investors include Point72 Ventures, Activate Capital, Shield Capital, NFX, Munich Re Ventures, Toyota Ventures.
Is Starfish Space publicly traded?
Starfish Space is privately held as of November 14, 2026: there is no ticker and no announced IPO. Shares are not available on public exchanges.
Can you buy Starfish Space stock?
Not on a public exchange: Starfish Space is a private company. Shares of private companies change hands only in private transactions open to accredited investors, when the company allows it. This is not investment advice.
Sources
- starfishspace.com/press-release/starfish-space-raises-over-100-million-series-b/
- builtin.com/articles/starfish-space-raises-100m-series-b-20260409
Figures come from company announcements, government sources and press reports. Spot an error? Send a correction. Nothing here is investment advice.
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