Xovian Aerospace Raises $2.5 Million in Pre-Seed Round

August 7, 2025

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Xovian Aerospace, a Bengaluru-based spacetech startup, has raised $2.5 million in pre-seed funding, marking a major step forward in India’s private space ecosystem. The funding round was led by Piper Serica and Turbostart, with additional backing from Inflection Point Ventures and Eaglewings Ventures.

Founded with a mission to build cost-effective and sustainable satellite solutions, Xovian aims to make space more accessible, especially for low-Earth orbit missions. The funds will be used to accelerate R&D, expand manufacturing capabilities, and hire top talent in aerospace engineering.

Xovian Aerospace is a space technology startup that builds small satellites to offer smart, eco-friendly solutions. Their goal is to reduce human risk and financial losses by improving how different industries work. They do this by using tiny satellites that provide real-time, highly accurate location and signal data, 24/7. This helps businesses make faster and better decisions with up-to-date information.

How Xovian Aerospace Will Use the Funding

Develop AI-Powered RF Satellite Infrastructure
Xovian will use the funding to build radio-frequency (RF) nanosatellites integrated with artificial intelligence. These satellites will capture and decode space-based signals in real time.
Conduct Space Trials by End of 2025
They plan to test their satellite technology in space by late 2025, possibly using an ISRO launch vehicle for initial validation.
Expand Engineering Team
Part of the investment will go toward hiring top engineering talent to support the design, development, and scaling of their full-stack RF satellite infrastructure.
Launch Pilot Projects and Engage Enterprises
Xovian is gearing up to run pilot projects with companies in industries like maritime, defense, aviation, oil and gas, and weather services. These early deployments will primarily target regions in Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
Deploy Satellite Constellation by 2027
Their long-term vision includes launching a network of over 10 nanosatellites by 2027 to ensure 24/7, low-latency global data coverage.

India’s Aerospac Sector Gears Up

India’s aerospace industry is on a strong growth trajectory, driven by increased manufacturing, rising exports, and deeper private sector involvement. According to the Economic Times, global aerospace giants such as Airbus, Collins Aerospace, and Pratt & Whitney are increasingly sourcing components from Indian companies, with Airbus alone sourcing over €1 billion annually. India’s aerospace parts manufacturing market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 6.8 percent and reach over USD 21 billion by 2030, supported by policies like “Make in India” and growing foreign direct investment.

On the defense side, India is making significant strides toward self-reliance. Tata Advanced Systems, in partnership with Airbus, is producing C-295 military transport aircraft in Vadodara, with the first India-built aircraft expected by 2026. According to Times of India, defense exports touched a record ₹21,083 crore in FY 2023–24, a 32 percent increase from the previous year. Meanwhile, state-run HAL continues to develop indigenous platforms such as the Light Utility Helicopter, and domestic MRO capabilities are also expanding with new certifications and infrastructure.

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