Kick Space Technologies Inc.

Kick Space Technologies Inc. is a startup originating from Kyushu Institute of Technology, founded on the extensive experience and technical expertise in small satellite development that the university has cultivated over many years. With the vision of “Pioneering the Frontier of Space from Kyushu,” the company builds on the technical achievements of VERTECS, a 6U small astronomy satellite jointly developed under JAXA-SMASH by JAXA, Kyushu Institute of Technology, Tokyo City University, Kwansei Gakuin University, and other institutions. Kick Space Technologies provides end-to-end support for CubeSat-centered small satellites, covering mission planning, satellite design, manufacturing, testing, and operations. The company addresses a wide range of missions, including Earth observation, satellite communications, and space science, while working to establish a development supply chain that leverages the manufacturing capabilities of Kitakyushu. Through these efforts, the company aims to contribute to the advancement of the space industry. It also develops and sells hardware and software products for small satellites and provides professional support services such as environmental testing and mission design and analysis, steadily advancing the social implementation of small satellites.

https://www.kickspacetech.com/

Summary of products and services

Development and provision of integrated services for the design, manufacturing, testing, and operational support of spacecraft, particularly CubeSat-centered small satellites.

Company profile

Company Name: Kick Space Technologies Inc.
Address: 1-1 Sensui-cho, Tobata-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 804-0015, Japan
Established: July 18, 2025
Representative: Rin Sato(CEO)