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SWISSto12, the Renens-based space technology company and EPFL spin-off, has closed a USD 70 million Series C round to meet growing demand for its payloads and satellites across multiple orbits.

SWISSto12 raises USD 70 million to meet growing multi-orbit satellite demand

16 July 2026

Following the strong scientific performance of the CHEOPS space telescope, the European Space Agency has extended its mission until the end of 2029, keeping its science operations center at the University of Geneva at the heart of European exoplanet research.

ESA extends the CHEOPS space telescope mission until 2029

15 June 2026

Vaud-based DPhi Space has commissioned Clustergate-2, an on-orbit compute platform that successfully ran a vision-language model aboard a satellite in orbit.

DPhi Space runs first AI language model aboard an orbiting satellite

4 May 2026

CHEOPS has identified an unexpected rocky planet beyond gas giants, challenging current planetary formation models.

Bern-led project CHEOPS discovers rule-breaking rocky planet

17 February 2026

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Top Stories from Western Switzerland (January 2026)

30 January 2026

SWISSto12 has secured EUR 73 million in funding from ESA member states to accelerate the development and industrialization of HummingSat, its next-generation compact geostationary satellite platform.

SWISSto12 secures EUR 73 million ESA backing for HummingSat satellite platform

29 January 2026

With the Swiss Federal Council launching a consultation on a new law for space operations, the importance of Switzerland’s aerospace sector is more evident than ever. Western Switzerland, home to pioneering companies, world-class research institutions, and cutting-edge space technology, is playing a crucial role in shaping the future of space exploration and satellite innovation.

Western Switzerland, a rising hub for aerospace innovation

Vaud-based DPhi Space has raised CHF 2.1 million in pre-seed funding to advance its shared satellite infrastructure, enabling affordable and flexible access to space for businesses worldwide.

DPhi Space secures CHF 2.1 million to advance its shared satellite infrastructure

25 February 2025

SWISSto12, an EPFL spin-off and leader in satellite and Radio Frequency (RF) products, has secured a USD 10 million contract to supply next-generation RF equipment to a European aeronautical OEM, enhancing safety at sea.

SWISSto12 secures USD 10 million contract for maritime safety technology

13 August 2024

Meyer Burger Technology AG and Solestial Inc. have signed a strategic partnership to produce ultra-thin silicon solar cells for space applications.

Meyer Burger and Solestial partner to develop next generation space solar cells

12 August 2024

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