Shield Space
Develops autonomous AI guidance systems that let satellites detect jamming and other threats and manoeuvre to safety without ground control.
Italy at night, seen from the International Space Station. Photo: NASA, Public domain (PD-USGov-NASA-AP).
Round details
Funding round, £2M, Jan 2026.
Why it matters
Funding supports its first orbital test flight; positions itself as sovereign space protection capability for the UK and NATO.
Key figures confirmed by multiple sourcesLast checked 21 October 2026
Shield Space: key questions
What does Shield Space do?
Develops autonomous AI guidance systems that let satellites detect jamming and other threats and manoeuvre to safety without ground control.
Where is Shield Space based?
Shield Space is headquartered in Lincoln, United Kingdom. It was founded in 2025.
How much funding has Shield Space raised?
Total funding is ~£2M, based on announced and reported rounds. Latest round: Funding round, £2M, Jan 2026.
Who are Shield Space's investors?
Notable investors include Mercia Ventures, Twin Path Ventures, ROI Ventures.
Sources
- tech.eu/2026/01/22/shield-space-completes-ps2m-raise-to-strengthen-space-security-efforts/
- funding.tech.eu/deals/FD07F118-037C-49DE-80A2-C16E9AD395EF
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