Nano-satellite launch & deployment service from the International Space Station (ISS)

Mitsui Bussan Aerospace Co., Ltd. offers a comprehensive nano-satellite launch and deployment service utilizing the Kibo module of the International Space Station (ISS). This service, which is JAXA’s first privatized project, includes not only the deployment of satellites but also development and operational support for these satellites. The company highlights the global expansion of the nano-satellite market, noting that 276 nano-satellites have already been deployed from Kibo as of March 31, 2021. Beyond just space-related business and the use of space-taken images, Mitsui Bussan Aerospace also provides tailored support for the development, launch, and operation of unique satellites to meet specific customer needs. The company aims to expand its business by increasing demand for nano-satellite deployment in collaboration with Mitsui & Co., promoting the effective utilization of space.