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PRESS RELEASE UARX Space Expands to 1200 m² Facilities to Accommodate Growing Demand Nigrán, SpainJune 14, 2023
Image credit: UARX Space UARX Space's new facility with 1200 square meters to expand production capabilities.

UARX Space Expands to 1200 m² Facilities to Accommodate Growing Demand

UARX Space, a leading in-space logistics company, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its facilities with the opening of its new headquarters located at Porto do Molle Tech Park in Nigrán. Managed by Zona Franca Vigo, this state-of-the-art facility marks a significant milestone in UARX Space's journey of growth and innovation.

Spanning an impressive 1200 square meters, the new UARX headquarters boasts two stories of offices and a dedicated main floor for satellite integration and testing. With the capacity to simultaneously integrate six OSSIE OTV units, along with a dedicated area for deployers and separation rings, the company is well-equipped to meet the increasing demand of its valued customers.

As part of this expansion, UARX Space has also invested strategically in cutting-edge testing equipment for small satellites, further enhancing its commitment to delivering high-quality services that exceed customer expectations.

"Our exponential growth as a company, ongoing projects, and the ever-growing demand for our services has made it necessary for UARX to take this step forward," said Yanina Hallak, CEO and co-founder of UARX Space. "With our sustainable expansion plans, we are proud to announce that our team will be doubled by the end of the year."

The team at UARX Space is thrilled about their new facilities, which will serve as the home for OSSIE, RAMI, and SAU&RON, as well as future developments. This facility represents a groundbreaking milestone for Galicia, being the first of its kind in the region.

Founded by Yanina Hallak and Andrés Villa, alumni of California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), renowned as the Home of the CubeSats, UARX Space has assembled highly skilled aerospace professionals. Their expertise encompasses designing launch vehicles, geostationary satellites, scientific Earth observation missions, and payload instruments for deep space exploration. The UARX team brings a wealth of knowledge in critical onboard software, structural analysis, thermal analysis, project management, systems engineering, assembly, integration, and testing.

With fully equipped laboratories for prototyping, mechanical, avionics, and electronics, UARX Space is well-positioned to pioneer breakthroughs in the space industry. The company remains committed to delivering unparalleled launch services, including rideshare and dedicated launches for small satellites from Low Earth Orbit to the Moon and beyond.

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About UARX Space:
UARX Space is an in-space logistics company providing rideshare and dedicated launch services for small satellites from LEO to the Moon and beyond. Led by founders Yanina Hallak and Andrés Villa, both California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) alumni, UARX Space comprises a team of experienced aerospace professionals. Their expertise spans the design of launch vehicles, geostationary satellites, scientific Earth observation missions, and payload instruments for deep space. With 1200 square meters of cutting-edge facilities located in Nigrán, Galicia, UARX Space is committed to pushing the boundaries of space exploration.

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