Gravitics Secures $60M to Build First ‘Orbital Aircraft Carrier’ for U.S. Space Force

​Type One Ventures portfolio company, Gravitics has secured a $60 million contract from the U.S. Space Force to develop an innovative "orbital carrier" concept. This ambitious project aims to create a modular space station capable of deploying and servicing various spacecraft, effectively functioning as an "aircraft carrier" in orbit. The orbital carrier is envisioned to support a wide range of missions, including satellite deployment, maintenance, and potentially serving as a staging point for deeper space explorations. This initiative represents a significant advancement in space operations, promising enhanced flexibility and efficiency for both military and civilian endeavors in Earth's orbit.

Full article here: https://arstechnica.com/space/2025/03/firm-wins-space-force-funding-to-provide-an-aircraft-carrier-in-orbit/