Astranis and Impulse Space have announced a partnership for a 2027 mission that will send Astranis’ satellites directly into geostationary orbit (GEO). According to the announcement, the operation will use Impulse Space’s Helios vehicle, which is designed for high-energy orbital transfers.

The companies explained that the mission will deploy Astranis’ spacecraft into GEO more quickly than traditional approaches, avoiding the lengthy months-long orbit raising process. Instead, the Helios system will deliver the satellites from low Earth orbit directly to GEO in a short timeframe.

Astranis emphasized that this agreement supports its goal of reliable, rapid, and cost-effective GEO access for its MicroGEO satellites. Impulse Space added that the Helios platform was specifically designed for missions requiring direct insertion to high-energy orbits, enabling customers to begin operations sooner and with greater confidence.

The agreement also allows for the possibility of carrying additional payloads alongside Astranis’ satellites, depending on mission parameters. Both companies stated that this collaboration highlights their commitment to advancing next-generation space infrastructure.