ispace

ispace, inc. is a Japanese company founded in September 2010, originally as White Label Space Japan LLC. It became independent in 2013 and has since established itself as a leading private lunar robotic exploration company. ispace focuses on developing micro-robotic technology to provide low-cost and frequent transportation services to the Moon. The company specializes in designing and building lunar landers and rovers, aiming to support lunar exploration and resource development. With operations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace employs around 282 people in Japan and approximately 300 worldwide. Its vision is to advance space exploration and resource utilization, reflecting its commitment to expanding human life into space. ispace has successfully raised significant funding to support its projects, including over US$90 million in 2018. This financial backing enables the company to continue its development of innovative lunar exploration technologies.