Starlab Receives Investment from 1789 Capital

The company plans to use the funds to grow its operations and support further product development efforts.

The investment shows growing confidence that Starlab, a U.S.-led next-generation commercial space station, will be a key part of the low-Earth orbit economy after the International Space Station (ISS).

1789 Capital’s investment in Voyager’s next generation space station adds to the growing financial support for Starlab. It highlights how national interests, and commercial opportunities are coming together in the post ISS space era.

“As the ISS approaches retirement, we cannot afford a gap in American presence in low-Earth orbit while the Tiangong is expanding and competing for dominance in the orbital economy,” said Matt Kuta, president, Voyager Technologies. “Starlab is how the United States answers that challenge, not just for the commercial market, but for every national security and scientific mission that depends on assured access to LEO."

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"America built the space age and must lead the next one," said Omeed Malik, founder and president, 1789 Capital. "We invest in the next chapter of American exceptionalism, and Starlab is turning that vision into reality."

About Starlab

Founded in 2023, Starlab Space is a U.S led global joint venture involving Voyager Technologies, Airbus, Mitsubishi Corporation, MDA Space, Palantir Technologies and Space Applications Services. The company is developing an AI powered commercial space station designed to support continued human activity in low-Earth orbit and help ensure a smooth transition after the retirement of the International Space Station.

About 1789 Capital

Founded in 2022 by Omeed Malik and Chris Buskirk, 1789 Capital is an investment firm based in Palm Beach. The firm provides funding to companies in the entrepreneurship, innovation, and growth economy that are helping drive the next phase of American economic growth.

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