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Top Ground Segment Startups in Switzerland 2026
Last updated · 8 companies · compiled from public data sources
Switzerland's ground segment startup ecosystem spans eight companies developing essential infrastructure for space operations. Based across cities including Lausanne, Zurich, and smaller cantonal hubs, these firms address satellite communications, earth observation, navigation, and airspace management through complementary technologies.
The cohort reflects strong public sector backing, with multiple European Space Agency BIC alumni and active participants, plus significant European Commission funding for research and innovation. Recent commercial milestones include service launches, strategic partnerships, and government contracts that signal growing market adoption.
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Involi
Lausanne · €885k disclosed funding
Involi operates a real-time air traffic surveillance platform and receiver network for drone operations and airspace management, with recent focus on medical air mobility applications. The Lausanne company has secured seed investment and multiple EU research grants, and recently launched services in Dallas while integrating with commercial airspace partners like Skyway.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Onocoy
€5.8M disclosed funding
Onocoy develops a decentralized network of GNSS reference stations providing high-precision positioning corrections using blockchain technology. The company attracted strategic funding in 2024 and received a 1.5 million USD non-dilutive grant from the European Space Agency for AI-powered fraud detection in 2025.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Diramics
Steinhaussen · founded 2016 · €185k disclosed funding
Diramics manufactures ultra-low-noise amplifiers and related components for space ground stations and satellite communications, based in Steinhaussen since 2016. The ESA BIC alumni firm has received funding and grants from Horizon 2020 and ETH Zurich for development of its specialized amplifier technology.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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EM Path
Renens · €150k disclosed funding
EM Path offers an RF testing solution for antenna and phased array characterization that eliminates the need for traditional anechoic chambers, accelerating satellite antenna development. Based in Renens and currently part of the ESA BIC program, the company received Venture Kick seed funding in 2024.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Cfs Engineering
Lausanne · €1.5M disclosed funding
CFS Engineering provides computational fluids and structures engineering services for aerospace applications, with expertise in multidisciplinary optimization. The Lausanne company has received multiple European Commission research grants totaling over 1.5 million EUR for collaborative aerospace projects.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects
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Sarmap
Purasca · founded 1998 · €175k disclosed funding
Sarmap develops Earth observation software and services using synthetic aperture radar and optical remote sensing data, founded in Purasca in 1998. The company applies advanced SAR techniques to monitor infrastructure stability and environmental change, with support from European Commission research programs.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects
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CYSEC
Lausanne · €18 disclosed funding
CYSEC creates cybersecurity solutions for satellite systems and confidential computing applications, securing telecommunications and data handling in space and on the ground. The Lausanne-based ESA BIC alumni company announced its ARCA SATCOM solution in 2025 and received a contract from the French Space Agency.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Gamma Remote Sensing Research And Consulting
Gumligen · founded 1995
Gamma Remote Sensing Research and Consulting develops SAR software and microwave remote sensing instruments for research and commercial Earth observation applications, operating since 1995 from Gumligen. The company participates in European research initiatives including biomass mapping and forest management projects.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects
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