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Aerospace, Maritime and Defense Tech Companies

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Companies in Aerospace, Maritime and Defense Tech

There are 19,935 companies in Aerospace, Maritime and Defense Tech which include Palantir, SpaceX, DJI, Amadeus, Planet. 4,549 companies in Aerospace, Maritime and Defense Tech are funded, with 2,223 having secured Series A funding. Till date, the sector has seen the creation of 47 Unicorns. United States has the most number of companies in Aerospace, Maritime and Defense Tech (6,064), followed by India (1,936), and then United Kingdom (1,592).
2026 has seen the creation of 652 Aerospace, Maritime and Defense Tech companies. On average, the last 10 years have seen 874 new companies launched every year. Most number of Aerospace, Maritime and Defense Tech startups have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University.

Here is a List of top companies in Aerospace, Maritime and Defense Tech

Platform that provides data analysis and management solutions. It is a software company that specializes in big data analytics and provides software platforms for analyzing and integrating large amounts of data. Its software powers real-time, AI-driven decisions in critical government and commercial enterprise, from the factory floors to the front lines.

Key facts about Palantir

Provider of advanced aerospace and space transportation services. It delivers advanced launch services using reusable rocket systems designed to transport crew and cargo for missions to orbit, the Moon, Mars, and deep space exploration. It also develops and operates large-scale satellite networks that provide high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity across the globe, including remote and underserved regions. It supports human spaceflight programs aimed at expanding long-duration space exploration and increasing access to space for both commercial and governmental missions.

Key facts about SpaceX

3. DJI

Manufacturer of camera drones handheld stabilizers and intelligent agricultural equipment. Products include aerial photography platforms, gimbal systems for video production, and automated machinery for crop management. The business provides hardware for transportation, delivery, and professional filmmaking. Support services include maintenance programs and technical assistance for hardware operation.

Key facts about DJI

  • Founded Year: 2006
  • Location: Shenzhen (China)
  • Stage: Series B
  • Total Funding till date: $605M
  • Investors: Accel, HongShan and 24 Others
  • Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Jan 01, 2024, $*****
  • Tracxn Score: 81/100 What is this?
  • Competitors Rank: 1 of 229 Competitors
SaaS-based operations management solution for the hospitality and aviation industry. The platform provides features like operational management system, distribution management, process optimization, content management, data insights, expense management, and more. The company offers services for airlines, travel agencies, hospitality, railways, airports, and other travel service providers.

Key facts about Amadeus

Provider of daily satellite imagery and geospatial data analytics services. The organization offers high-frequency imagery, mosaics, on-demand tasking, and analytic feeds. It transforms imagery into insights, providing data for monitoring, change detection, and analysis. The company delivers data products and cloud-based tools, offering solutions across various industries.

Key facts about Planet

  • Founded Year: 2010
  • Location: San Francisco (United States)
  • Stage: Public
  • Total Funding till date: $602M
  • Investors: DCVC, EDBI and 54 Others
  • Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Sep 12, 2025, $*****
  • Tracxn Score: 80/100 What is this?
  • Competitors Rank: 1 of 399 Competitors
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