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Alex Greenberg, Loft Orbital

In this episode of Commercial Space Transformers SpaceNews Senior Staff Writer Jason Rainbow speaks with Alex Greenberg, Co-founder and COO, Loft Orbital. The discussion centers on Loft Orbital's innovative approach as a "space-as-a-service" provider, simplifying satellite deployment for customers. The company recently announced $170 million in a Series C funding round. Loft Orbital's focus on offering standardized and turnkey satellite solutions, providing faster and more cost-effective access to space. The company distinguishes itself by not being vertically integrated, sourcing satellite buses from external partners, and prioritizing the integration of payloads and operational infrastructure. Looking forward, Loft Orbital plans to scale its operations, automate processes, and enable AI-powered satellite missions, allowing customers to deploy software applications in space with minimal customization and rapid deployment. Related: Loft Orbital raises $170 million https://spacenews.com/loft-orbital-ra... About Commercial Space Transformers The SpaceNews Commercial Space Transformers video series gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the people and companies driving the space industry’s commercial transformation. The weekly series features 15-minute down-to-Earth interviews with key players in space, ranging from the executives at the helm of some of the market’s biggest disruptors to the bankers and investors helping to finance their journey. Join SpaceNews Senior Staff Writer Jason Rainbow as he embarks on a mission to learn where the fast-evolving space industry is heading next. Commercial Space Transformers https://spacenews.com/commercial-spac... Time Markers 00:16 - Introduction 01:27 - What's your approach to space as a service? 03:32 - So how will this latest funding round support this mission. Is it just about getting more satellites on that shelf? 05:01 - So where is that demand coming from, and what shifts are you seeing in customer needs or expectations that are driving this innovation of services and the need to go faster? 08:10 - Cooperatition, it's a mouthful, but it's also something we're seeing a lot more in the sector. How do you view the balance between collaboration and competition among commercial space companies and what partnerships have been most impactful for yourself? 11:01 - Interesting dynamic, because I hear a lot about the merits of vertical integration and the advantage of just owning owning all the things, so you can control costs and supply chains and as much you can, but you're finding success in kind of the other on the flip side of this? 12:53 - Okay, given the time of year, what are loss priorities for 2025 what should we be looking out for? 16:35 - Lastly, because AI is is a buzzword for space and well, for many industries, there's a lot of hype around it. Still, what are the biggest challenges loft faces in integrating AI technologies into operations or services essentially. What are the main obstacles you see in the way of greater adoption? Sign up for a SpaceNews newsletter https://spacenews.com/newsletters/