Software & Data Analytics companies in Australia
Space Atlas lists 17 organisations in Australia working in software & data analytics: 9 startups, 7 private companies, 1 academic institution. That is 21% of the 82 space organisations in Australia and 5% of the 318 in this sector worldwide. Most are based in Sydney (5), Parramatta (1), Adelaide (1).
Startup (9)
- Arlula · Startup · Sydney
Provides scalable cloud-based infrastructure for satellite imagery and geospatial data access, management and delivery for governments, enterprises and space operators.
- Birdi · Startup · Sydney
Collaborative geospatial platform that brings spatial data, insights and teams into one place — enabling smarter decisions across government, construction and utilities.
- Blue Dwarf Space · Startup · Adelaide
Provides regulatory infrastructure for the New Space Age — automates space activity permit acquisition across multiple agencies and jurisdictions, reducing compliance time and c…
- Eartheye Space · Startup · Warrawee
Largest provider of satellite situational awareness — on-demand tasking of hundreds of Earth observation satellites with AI-powered multi-sensor information feeds.
- LatConnect 60 (LC60 AI) · Startup · Perth
Australian Earth observation startup — developing the SWIRSAT shortwave-infrared LEO satellite constellation and geospatial analytics services.
- Metakosmos · Startup · Botany
Develops the next-generation Kosmosuit platform — full-stack commercial spacesuits with integrated performance intelligence for human spaceflight and dual-use applications.
- Optera · Startup · Pyrmont
Spin-out from WSU developing biologically-inspired neuromorphic smart sensors — Astrosite mobile SDA observatory and Astraeus in-orbit neuromorphic camera payload.
- Sitle · Startup · Newcastle
Provides commercially proven satellite edge computing solutions — the EC-01 onboard computer (TRL9) and ES-01 ethernet switch, leveraging NVIDIA Jetson hardware.
- VeloDX · Startup · Redfern
Uses edge AI to improve drone and satellite performance — delivers the CASTLE ground C3 interface and POD onboard autonomy module for GPS-denied operations.
Private Company (7)
- Amentum Scientific · Private Company · Sydney
Delivers Earth science data-as-a-service and advanced radiation modelling — radiation and optical simulation for government space and defence customers.
- APD Space · Private Company · Parramatta
Delivers robotics, AI, quantum encryption, satellite communications and 3D manufacturing — builds satellite downlink infrastructure and CASA-approved stratospheric balloon systems.
- DroneShield · Private Company · Sydney
Provides AI-driven multi-mission counter-drone solutions — handheld to fully integrated multi-sensor systems serving militaries, police and security agencies globally.
- EOS Space Systems · Private Company · Canberra
Operates the world's most powerful commercial laser tracking network for space domain awareness — delivers precision debris tracking, satellite laser ranging and space traffic m…
- Industrial Sciences Group · Private Company · North Sydney
Applies predictive analytics for uncertainty quantification and risk assessment in space missions — clients include NASA and leading space and defence organisations.
- Mawson Rovers · Private Company · Eveleigh
Develops space-ready robotics, AI and automation software — delivers the R1 lunar rover and integrated software-based solutions for satellite operators globally.
- Saber Astronautics · Private Company · Sydney
Develops mission control software and operates Australia's national Responsive Space Operations Centre (RSOC).
Academic Institution (1)
- The University of Sydney: Waratah Seed · Academic Institution · Camperdown
Australia's first ride-share satellite mission — provides space heritage and on-orbit testing opportunities for local startups and research projects via the Waratah Seed-1 satel…