Antaris™ Aims to Accelerate AI-Driven Space Missions with New Series A Funding

Antaris, simplifying and automating the design, simulation, and operation of satellite missions, cutting time-to-orbit by 2X and reducing lifetime cost by 10X, led by Thomas Barton, Karthik Govindhasamy, John Trionfo, and the team, has announced the first close of a $28 Million Series A funding round led by WestWave Capital with participation from Lockheed Martin Ventures, other insiders, and new investors.

The fundraise follows a breakout year for Antaris, driven by strong demand for its AI-powered Full Mission Virtualization™ platform supporting U.S. Department of Defense satellite missions, along with growing traction in localized satellite manufacturing partnerships.

Recent developments include an MOA with SARsatX to build a 16-satellite constellation in Saudi Arabia and early expansion into Japan. Antaris is partnering with governments and commercial players to develop regional and global ISR and communications satellite capabilities.

Antaris will use the funding to advance its Antaris Intelligence™ platform, enabling end-to-end satellite mission lifecycle management with speed and flexibility. At its core, the TrueTwin™ simulation environment allows customers to virtually test entire missions before selecting hardware, supporting AI/ML capabilities like predictive design, anomaly detection, constellation orchestration, and autonomous operations.

The funds will also support the expansion of global satellite manufacturing partnerships across regional and sovereign markets.

“This investment validates our vision for software-defined space missions,” said Tom Barton, CEO and Co-Founder of Antaris. “We’re now positioned to push AI-native mission design and autonomous operations, delivering the speed, resilience, and confidence customers need in both commercial and contested space.”

“Virtualizing every system is no longer just simulation,” added CTO Karthik Govindhasamy. “It’s the foundation for AI-driven autonomy, enabling faster and safer mission development. This funding takes Antaris to the next level in how missions are designed, tested, and operated.”

“What Antaris is building goes beyond incremental efficiency,” said Gaurav Manglik, General Partner at WestWave Capital. “They are pioneering a new model for designing, testing, and operating space missions, setting the pace for both government and commercial operators.”