Skyroot Aerospace
A private aerospace manufacturer and launch service provider developing the 'Vikram' series of rockets specifically designed for the small satellite market.
- CEO / Founder
- Pawan Kumar Chandana
- Team Size
- 1001-5000
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $106.25M
- Latest Round
- Conventional Debt
- Key Investors
- GIC, Temasek, Sherpalo Ventures, Rocketship.vc, WorldQuant Ventures, BlackRock
Technology & Products
Key Products
Vikram-I and Vikram-II rockets for on-demand satellite launches; proprietary 3D-printed cryogenic engines (Dhawan series).
Technological Advantage
Proprietary Metal Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) reduces engine part count by 95% and lead times by 80%; mobile launch capability allows for deployment from any location with minimal infrastructure.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides affordable, on-demand, and reliable launch services with a quick turnaround time, capable of assembling and launching a vehicle within 24 to 72 hours.
How They Differentiate
Proprietary 3D-printed cryogenic engines (Dhawan series) and 100% carbon-fiber airframes that enable a rapid 24-72 hour launch turnaround.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Small satellite operators, global space agencies (e.g., ISRO), research institutions, telecommunications companies, and Earth observation firms.
Industry Verticals
["Spacetech","Telecommunications","Earth Observation & Remote Sensing","Defense & National Security","Scientific Research & Academia"]
Competitors
Agnikul Cosmos, SpaceX, Rocket Lab
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
First private Indian company to reach space; $50M+ launch pipeline; team of 300+ specialized engineers.
Major Milestones
["Successfully launched India's first private sub-orbital rocket (Vikram-S) in November 2022","Successful test firing of the Dhawan-II 3D-printed cryogenic engine in 2023","Secured $27.5M Pre-Series C funding led by Temasek in October 2023","Scheduled maiden orbital launch of Vikram-I for 2025"]
Notable Customers
Axiom Space (MOU for collaboration)