Global Database of Grants for Small Launcher Vehicles and Commercial Lunar Payload Services

This report offers a comprehensive database of grants awarded for Launcher Vehicles and Commercial Lunar Payloads from 2003 to 2023.

Key Highlights:

• It presents a summary of all grants categorized by market players and timeframes.
• The report provides detailed grant data for the leading market players, including Price, Description, and Updates.
• Additionally, it includes grant data for other market players, both from the US and globally.

Reasons to Buy:

• Keep track of government funding received by all market players involved in Small Launcher Vehicles and Commercial Lunar Payloads.
• Identify potential programs and projects for collaboration and cooperation.

The Launch Vehicles overview provides details about contracts and companies involved in space exploration and launch services:

• SpaceX: A well-known spacecraft manufacturer, launcher, and satellite communications company founded by Elon Musk.

• Virgin Galactic: An American spaceflight company founded by Richard Branson and the Virgin Group conglomerate.

• Firefly: An American private aerospace firm specializing in the development of launch vehicles for commercial launches to orbit.

• Rocket Lab: An aerospace manufacturer and launch service provider known for operating the lightweight Electron orbital rocket.

• Astra Space: An American launch vehicle company founded by Chris Kemp.

• Blue Origin: An American aerospace, defense, space exploration company, and launch service provider founded by Jeff Bezos.

• Vector Launch: An American space technology company with a focus on launching suborbital and orbital payloads.

The Other US and Global companies' overview includes the following companies:

• Aevum
• X-Bow Launch Systems
• Rocket Crafters / Vaya Space
• Relativity Space
• Whittinghill Aerospace
• ABL Space Systems
• Orbex
• PLD Space
• Rocket Factory Augsburg
• HyImpulse Technologies
• Isar Aerospace
• Skyrora
• Gilmour Space

Each company's contacts and grants, along with a description, are included in the overview, providing a comprehensive summary by the amount and year of these contracts and grants.

The Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative overview focuses on contracts with the following companies:

• Astrobotic Technology: A developer of advanced navigation, operation, and computing systems for spacecraft.

• Intuitive Machines: A designer of airborne drones and lunar landers.

• Masten Space Systems: An aerospace manufacturer company.

• Firefly Aerospace.

The overview also contains a full list of contacts and grants with descriptions, summarizing the amounts and years associated with these contracts and grants in the context of the Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative.

Methodology

The research process involved a thorough examination of various official sources to compile the contracts and grants received by US commercial launch vehicle developers. Government contracts primarily issued by NASA, the Armed Forces, and other agencies were found using public records databases. Other instances of financial aid, including grants, were sourced from official records. NASA agreements with launch providers, both Reimbursable and Non-Reimbursable, were also scrutinized on the NASA website. Additionally, press releases from the US Defense Intelligence Agency - National Reconnaissance Office were checked, as this information is not commonly available in standard government contracts databases.

For European companies, relevant government grants were identified through reports from the British space agency and the European Union grants database. Press releases from the launch providers themselves were also consulted to gather pertinent information.

Furthermore, a separate sheet was created to include contracts made under the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program. CLPS is a NASA initiative aimed at contracting transportation services capable of sending small robotic landers and rovers to the Moon's south polar region. The program primarily focuses on scouting for lunar resources, testing in situ resource utilization concepts, and conducting lunar science to support the Artemis lunar program.

After compiling the comprehensive contract list, the total sums of contracts received by each company were calculated for each year, providing valuable insights into their financial engagements and transactions.

Who should read this report?

The Database of Grants for Small Launcher Vehicles and Commercial Lunar Payload Services offers valuable insights and opportunities for various stakeholders in the space industry. Here are the key customer segments that will find the database useful:

• Space Startups and Companies: Small launcher vehicle manufacturers and operators, as well as companies offering commercial lunar payload services, can benefit from the database to explore available grant opportunities for funding their space ventures and research projects. It can assist them in securing financial support and accelerating their growth and development.

• Research Institutions and Universities: Academic institutions and research organizations involved in space-related studies, lunar exploration, or the development of small launch vehicles can utilize the database to identify potential grants for supporting their research and development efforts. It enables them to advance their scientific endeavors and contribute to the progress of the space industry.

• Space Industry Consultants and Advisors: Professionals and firms providing consultancy services in the space industry can use the database to assist their clients in finding suitable grant opportunities for their projects. It empowers them to guide startups and companies through the application process, increasing the chances of securing funding.

• Government Agencies and Space Organizations: National space agencies and government departments responsible for space exploration and technology development may find the database essential in staying updated on grant offerings. It can help them support the growth of the space industry and foster innovation within the sector.

• Investors and Venture Capital Firms: Investors interested in the space sector can leverage the database to identify startups and companies eligible for grants. It provides valuable insights into emerging players and innovative projects, aiding investors in making informed decisions about potential investment opportunities.

By catering to these specific customer segments, the Database of Grants for Small Launcher Vehicles and Commercial Lunar Payload Services serves as a valuable tool to facilitate funding opportunities, foster innovation, and support advancements in the space industry. It can play a crucial role in accelerating the growth and development of space-related ventures and research projects.