Shield Space raises £2m from Mercia Ventures and others to launch its first orbital test flight.
The funding round was led by Mercia Ventures to support the development of satellite protection technology and the company relocation to Lincoln.
Shield Space is a British defence technology company that develops autonomous artificial intelligence guidance systems designed to protect satellites from signal jamming and hostile attacks.
Shield Space has secured £2m in funding to launch its inaugural orbital test flight and expand its operations. The financing round was led by Mercia Ventures through the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II, with participation from Twin Path Ventures, ROI Ventures and P3A Ventures. Founded in 2025, the company develops autonomous AI navigation systems that enable satellites to evade signal jamming and physical attacks without ground intervention. The capital will allow the firm to establish new premises in Lincoln, recruit five new staff members, and prepare for its first test flight scheduled for early 2027.
From the founder
"Much of modern life depends on space – our adversaries understand this and deliberately exploit uncertainty and delay."
Graeme Ritchie
CEO at Shield Space
Investor perspective
"As we embark on the start of a new space age, protecting our space assets has become a national priority. Shield Space is addressing this challenge. We are proud to be leading this investment, which will enable the team to accelerate development and ultimately to enhance the security of the UK and its NATO allies."
Amrit Sami
Mercia Ventures
Use of funds
- 01Grow the team
- 02Scale operations
- 03Continue product development
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About the company
Shield Space
Autonomous artificial intelligence systems for satellite protection against space threats.