Gravitics Selected by Space Force for $60 Million to Demonstrate Orbital Carriers

Insider Brief

• Gravitics, Inc. has been selected for a Strategic Funding Increase (STRATFI) by SpaceWERX and the U.S. Space Force, with potential funding of up to $60 million to support development of the Orbital Carrier platform.
• The Orbital Carrier enables tactically responsive space operations by pre-positioning maneuverable vehicles for rapid threat response, offering on-demand deployment without relying on traditional launch schedules.
• The STRATFI award accelerates Gravitics’ path to operational integration, positioning the Orbital Carrier as a transformative capability for the future of U.S. space defense infrastructure.

PRESS RELEASE – Gravitics, Inc., a leading innovator in space infrastructure, announced it has been selected for a Strategic Funding Increase (STRATFI) by SpaceWERX of the United States Space Force with potential funding of up to $60 million between government funds, Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) funds, and private funds to demonstrate and fly the Orbital Carrier, a groundbreaking solution for tactically responsive space.

The Orbital Carrier is designed to pre-position multiple maneuverable space vehicles that can deliver a rapid response to address threats on orbit. This carrier will provide the U.S. Space Force with unprecedented flexibility and speed for in-space operations, significantly enhancing the nation’s space defense posture.

This STRATFI funding selection represents a significant investment in Gravitics’ vision and capabilities, enabling the company to accelerate the development and deployment of this critical technology.

“We’re honored to partner with the U.S. Space Force on this critical initiative.” Said Colin Doughan CEO of Gravitics. “The Orbital Carrier is a game-changer, acting as a pre-positioned launch pad in space. It bypasses traditional launch constraints, enabling space vehicle operators to rapidly select a deployment orbit on-demand.”

The STRATFI program is designed to accelerate the transition of promising technologies from small businesses to operational use within the Space Force. This selection will provide Gravitics with the resources and support necessary to develop and demonstrate the Orbital Carrier platform, paving the way for its integration into the Space Force’s future space architecture.