Lausanne-based startup DPhi Space has raised CHF 2.1 million in a pre-seed funding round, led by QBIT Capital, to launch its first Clustergate platform and enable affordable, shared satellite access.
- Founded in 2024 by Aziz Belkhiria and Julian Harris, DPhi Space develops ridesharing platforms that enable fast, affordable deployment of software and hardware into orbit.
- The startup's main product, Clustergate, aggregates multiple payloads into a single container, simplifying space access and reducing costs. With built-in in-orbit computing, AI processing, and real-time data analytics, DPhi Space helps businesses launch and manage their technology without the need for specialized space expertise.
Details of the deal
- The pre-seed round was led by QBIT Capital, an early-stage venture capital firm based in Zurich, with an office in Los Angeles, focused exclusively on investing in Swiss startups.
"DPhi Space is pioneering a fundamental shift in how businesses access and leverage space infrastructure. We are proud to back the exceptional team’s vision and excited to see Clustergate take flight," claims Georges Khneysser, General Partner at QBIT Capital
- The investment also saw participation from Zurich-based bank Zürcher Kantonalbank, Luxembourg-based VC Apprecia Capital, Basel-based Kickfund, Venture Kick, Hassine B., Atlantis Ventures, ROI VENTURES, and Founderful Campus.
- DPhi Space will use the funds to launch its first Clustergate platform into orbit, further develop its services, and expand its engineering team.
"This funding round brings us closer to our vision of making space more accessible through a shared satellite infrastructure. With Clustergate’s upcoming launch, we’re excited to support multiple commercial customers—whether they’re expanding their constellations or reaching space for the first time," co-founder and CEO of DPhi Space, Aziz Belkhiria, commented.
