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Manifest Space Raises $1.1M Pre-

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As Earth orbit grows increasingly crowded, Manifest Space is tackling the challenge of space traffic coordination, recently securing $1.1M in pre-seed funding to advance its mission. The investment comes from NEC X.

Founded by alumni of SpaceX and NASA, Manifest Space is developing core infrastructure for space traffic coordination. The company builds onboard transponders and data systems designed to give satellites a persistent, positive identity, aiming to reduce collision risk and improve mission outcomes by bringing proven aviation and maritime traffic concepts into orbit.

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NEC · Jun 9, 2026

We're excited to share that NEC X has invested in Manifest Space, an Elev X!

Ignite Batch 15 company now advancing to Phase 3 of the program🚀 Manifest is building onboard space traffic awareness infrastructure for the orbital economy, starting with an independent optical beacon that gives satellites a persistent, verifiable identity and position in orbit, without relying on radio frequency, GPS, or ground station upgrades. Our investment supports Manifest as it moves fr

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