Synspective develops and operates the StriX synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellation and provides analytics for disaster response, national security, and energy and infrastructure monitoring. Established in February 2018, Synspective listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market in December 2024. The company has a 105.6 billion yen share of a Japan Ministry of Defense Private Finance Initiative project through a contract with Mitsubishi Electric and Tri-Sat Constellation Co.
On October 1, 2026, Synspective signed an agreement with Rocket Lab for 20 dedicated Electron launches scheduled between 2028 and 2031, which it described as the largest launch contract in its history. This agreement brought Synspective’s total contracted launches with Rocket Lab to 47, of which 13 have flown and 34 remain to fly. Synspective has also contracted two StriX satellite launches on an H3 rocket with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries scheduled for 2027 from JAXA’s Tanegashima.
What Synspective Operates
Synspective is a Japanese space enterprise that develops and operates synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites under the StriX constellation name and provides analytics.
The company addresses three main operational sectors: disaster response, national security, and energy and infrastructure monitoring.
Synspective was established in February 2018. Synspective listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market in December 2024.
On October 1, 2026, Synspective signed an agreement with Rocket Lab for 20 dedicated Electron launches, its largest launch contract, bringing contracted Rocket Lab launches to 47 (13 flown, 34 yet to fly).
The following table summarizes the core company facts and parameters sourced from public company announcements.
| Parameter | Confirmed Value or Detail | Public Source Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Company Name | Synspective | Synspective Company Profile |
| Establishment Date | February 2018 | Synspective Company Profile |
| Public Listing Date | December 2024 | Synspective Company Profile |
| Stock Exchange | Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market | Synspective Company Profile |
| Satellite Family Name | StriX | Synspective 13th Launch Release |
| Flown Satellite Missions | 13 StriX satellites launched on Rocket Lab Electron | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| Launch site of the 13th launch | Mahia, New Zealand | Synspective 13th Launch Release |
| Future Rocket Lab Launches | 34 yet to fly (20 contracted on October 1, 2026) | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| Rocket Lab Contract Schedule | 2028 to 2031 (for the 20-launch agreement) | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| MHI H3 Launch Agreement | Two StriX satellites scheduled for 2027 | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| MHI H3 Launch Site | JAXA’s Tanegashima | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| MoD PFI Contract Share | 105.6 billion yen (tax included) | Synspective MoD Project Release |
| MoD Project Timeline | February 19, 2026 to March 31, 2031 | Synspective MoD Project Release |
StriX Constellation Launch History
Synspective has launched 13 StriX satellites on Rocket Lab Electron launch vehicles since 2020.
The 13th StriX mission lifted off on September 26, 2026 at 00:39 UTC from Mahia, New Zealand. The sources reviewed do not state the liftoff dates or mission names for the first 12 StriX launches, only that 13 StriX satellites have launched on Electron since 2020.
Rocket Lab Dedicated Launch Agreements
Synspective signed an agreement with Rocket Lab on October 1, 2026 for 20 dedicated Electron launches scheduled to fly between 2028 and 2031.
Synspective described the October 1, 2026 agreement as the largest launch contract in Synspective’s history. The sources reviewed do not state the financial amount of the contract. The sources reviewed do not state the launch site for the 20 dedicated Electron launches scheduled for 2028 to 2031.
With the addition of this 20-launch agreement, the total number of Electron launches contracted by Synspective with Rocket Lab reached 47. Out of the 47 contracted launches, 13 have flown and 34 have yet to fly. The sources reviewed give no further rationale.
| Rocket Lab Contract Category | Parameter Value | Source Documentation |
|---|---|---|
| Flown Electron Launches | 13 StriX satellites | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| New Agreement Date | October 1, 2026 | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| New Launches Contracted | 20 dedicated Electron flights | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| New Agreement Execution Window | 2028 to 2031 | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| Total Contracted Rocket Lab Launches | 47 flights | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| Remaining Rocket Lab Launches to Fly | 34 flights | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| Stated Agreement Financial Value | No amount stated | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
| Launch Site for 2028 to 2031 Flights | Not stated in sources reviewed | Synspective Rocket Lab Agreement Release |
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Launch Agreement
On September 18, 2026, Synspective signed a Launch Service Agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
The agreement covers the launch of two StriX satellites on an H3 rocket. The launch is scheduled for 2027 from JAXA’s Tanegashima.
The launch is conducted under Japan’s Space Strategy Fund program. The press release issued by Synspective states no financial amount for the Launch Service Agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
| Parameter | Agreement Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Agreement Type | Launch Service Agreement | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| Partner Company | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| Agreement Signing Date | September 18, 2026 | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| Launch Vehicle | H3 | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| Payload | Two StriX satellites | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| Launch Year | Scheduled 2027 | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| Launch Location | JAXA’s Tanegashima | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| Government Program | Japan’s Space Strategy Fund | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
| Contract Value | No amount stated | Synspective MHI Agreement Release |
Ministry of Defense Satellite Constellation PFI Project
Synspective is a partner in the Japan Ministry of Defense Satellite Constellation PFI project.
Synspective serves as a partner to Tri-Sat Constellation Co., which is a special-purpose company established by Mitsubishi Electric, SKY Perfect JSAT, and Mitsui & Co.
The total contract value between the Japan Ministry of Defense and Tri-Sat Constellation Co. is 283.1 billion yen, tax included. Synspective holds a contract with Mitsubishi Electric and Tri-Sat Constellation Co. Synspective’s share under this contract is 105.6 billion yen, tax included.
The project period established for the contract runs from February 19, 2026 to March 31, 2031.
| Contract Element | Recorded Figure or Term | Source Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Project Title | Satellite Constellation PFI project | Synspective MoD Project Release |
| Contracting Authority | Japan Ministry of Defense | Synspective MoD Project Release |
| Special-Purpose Company | Tri-Sat Constellation Co. | Synspective MoD Project Release |
| Tri-Sat Founding Companies | Mitsubishi Electric, SKY Perfect JSAT, Mitsui & Co. | Synspective MoD Project Release |
| Total MoD-TriSat Contract Value | 283.1 billion yen (tax included) | Synspective MoD Project Release |
| Synspective Contracting Partners | Mitsubishi Electric and Tri-Sat Constellation Co. | Synspective MoD Project Release |
| Synspective Contract Share Value | 105.6 billion yen (tax included) | Synspective MoD Project Release |
| Contract Project Period | February 19, 2026 to March 31, 2031 | Synspective MoD Project Release |
Additional Corporate and Financial Notices
Synspective released several headline corporate notices during September 2026.
On September 15, 2026, Synspective announced Synspective OMNIA, a program for sharing small SAR constellation capacity.
On September 17, 2026, Synspective published a notice regarding a syndicated loan.
On September 17, 2026, Synspective published a notice regarding a change of launch insurance contract.
The public documents reviewed provide headline statements for the syndicated loan and insurance notices without publishing specific financial terms, counterparty institutions, or borrowing limits.
What Is Not Published in Company Sources
The sources reviewed do not state:
- The total number of StriX satellites currently operational or in orbit.
- The total target constellation size planned for the StriX network.
- The physical headquarters street address for Synspective.
- The stock ticker code for Synspective on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market.
- The customer breakdown across commercial, governmental, and defense clients.
- The financial consideration paid for the 20-launch Rocket Lab agreement announced October 1, 2026.
- The financial value of the Launch Service Agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries announced September 18, 2026.
Readers seeking to confirm current operational status, financial results, or future launch schedule updates should consult the official corporate notices published on Synspective’s news portal.
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