Array Labs, a space technology company developing radar satellite networks for real-time Earth monitoring, raised $21 million in an oversubscribed strategic funding round anchored by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, with participation from Catapult Ventures, Kompas VC, and Y Combinator. The companies also formed a partnership to develop satellite-based airborne tracking services for defense and security customers across the Asia-Pacific region.
Advancing Real-Time Earth Monitoring
Array Labs builds clusters of radar satellites that operate as a distributed sensor, enabling continuous monitoring of airborne and maritime activity. The technology combines formation-flying satellites with advanced signal processing to provide persistent tracking, high-resolution imaging, and space situational awareness at lower cost than traditional satellite systems.
“Defense and intelligence customers have been asking for this capability for years, and this round lets us move faster to deliver it. An oversubscribed round anchored by a partner of Mitsubishi Electric's caliber is a strong signal that the market sees the same opportunity we do,” said Isaac Robledo, COO and cofounder of Array Labs.
Expanding Defense Partnerships
The new investment follows Array Labs' Series A round and supports commercialization of satellite-based tracking services. Mitsubishi Electric will contribute defense expertise, manufacturing capabilities, and regional partnerships to accelerate deployment across Asia-Pacific.
"We are very pleased to collaborate with Array Labs, which aims to demonstrate its game-changing AMTI technology. By combining the technological capabilities and maximizing the synergies of our two companies, we expect to strengthen our ability to respond comprehensively to customer needs in the security field," said Masahiko Arai, Executive Office, Company President, Defense and Space Systems, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.
“Mitsubishi Electric Corporation’s deep mission insights and defense relationships across Asia-Pacific make them an ideal partner. We’re excited to work together to turn space-based AMTI into an operational reality, helping humanity better understand the physical world,” said Andrew Peterson, CEO and cofounder of Array Labs.