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Impulse Space raises $500 million as orbital maneuvering race heats up

arstechnica.com·Jun 2, 2026

Impulse Space has raised $500 million in Series D funding, bringing its total funding to over $1 billion since its founding by SpaceX veteran Tom Mueller. The company aims to enhance space mobility with its innovative propulsion systems and has attracted interest from commercial customers and the US Space Force, particularly for its upcoming Helios spacecraft and capabilities related to NASA's lunar initiatives.

Impulse Space's recent $500 million Series D funding round highlights the growing importance of in-space mobility solutions, particularly for transitioning between orbits and enhancing satellite maneuverability. With their novel propulsion systems and successful initial missions, Impulse is positioned to capitalize on opportunities such as NASA's lunar initiatives, offering increased payload capabilities to the Moon. This demonstrates a significant investment signal in space transportation innovation, particularly for those tracking advancements in propulsion technology and lunar logistics.

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