PLD Space
formerly Payload AerospacePioneering the future of reusable space transportation
Elche, Spain · Founded 2011 · $557.5M raised
- Headquarters
- Elche
- Employees
- 201–500
- Founded
- 2011
- Business Model
- B2B
- Website
- pldspace.com
- Total Funding
- $557.5M
- Last Round
- $125.0M Extension RoundSep 2026
- Rounds
- 6
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About
PLD Space is a Spanish aerospace manufacturer and launch services provider building reusable rockets for small and medium satellites. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Elche, Spain, the company develops the MIURA family of launchers and the LINCE crewed capsule. With over 270 employees, PLD Space operates facilities across Spain and launch infrastructure at Europe's spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana.
Summary
PLD Space is a Space Tech company based in Elche, Spain, founded in 2011. It has raised $557.5M in total across 6 rounds, most recently a $125.0M Extension Round in Sep 2026. Investors include Endeavor, European Investment Bank and Mitsubishi Electric.
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Funding History
Sep 2026
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Funding: Seed through Extension Round. Amounts, valuations, and investors where available.
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