- Published on February 13, 2025
- In Deep Tech
Bengaluru Can Emerge as a Global Space Hub, But Manufacturing Gaps Remain
“I have yet to see a fully integrated product emerging from Bengaluru,” says former ISRO chairman S. Somanath.
- By Sanjana Gupta
With about 200 Indian-based space startups, the majority of which are based in Bengaluru, the city is well-positioned to become a major global player in commercial space.
These startups have created a growing ecosystem of companies working on satellite manufacturing, propulsion systems, and space-based data solutions. However, for long-term success, scaling beyond research and development into full-system integration and satellite manufacturing will be crucial.
Experts at the Invest Karnataka 2025 panel discussion on the ‘Future of Commercial Space’ highlighted the gaps that need to be addressed for the city to emerge as a global space hub.
Former ISRO chairman S. Somanath acknowledged Bengaluru’s leadership in space innovation but also pointed out that the city lags b
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Sanjana Gupta
An information designer by training, Sanjana likes to delve into deep tech and enjoys learning about quantum, space, robotics and chips that build up our world. Outside of work, she likes to spend her time with books, especially those that explore the absurd.
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