4iG to become anchor investor in Axiom Space

• 4iG Space and Defence Zrt. (4iG SDT) signed a definitive investment agreement with Axiom Space Inc. (Axiom Space), one of the leading privately-owned companies in the commercial space industry of the United States.
• Under the agreement, 4iG SDT commits to carry out a two-step investment in the U.S. space company totalling 100 million USD; 30 million by December 31, 2025, and 70 million by March 31, 2026.
• The agreement represents a historic step in the space research and industry cooperation between Hungary and the United States. This is the first time a Hungarian company is investing in a U.S. space firm, thereby playing a key role in the space research ecosystem and the development of commercial space infrastructure in low Earth orbit (LEO).
• The agreement will help ensure a long-term presence in the global commercial space sector and establishes direct links for 4iG Space and Defence to the space-based data economy as well as industrial and R&D programs conducted in microgravity environments.
• The investment aligns with the 4iG Group strategy to become a leading international player in space and defence technologies, while also supporting Axiom Space’s global growth path and strengthening its leadership position in the U.S. commercial space industry.

4iG Space and Defence Technologies joins Axiom Space development and growth plans as an investor, the capital market company announced on the Budapest Stock Exchange website. As part of the transaction, 4iG’s Space and Defence holding company commits to carry out a two-step investment in Axiom Space totalling 100 million USD – the first phase, 30 million USD by December 31, 2025, and the second, 70 million USD by March 31, 2026. The agreement becomes effective upon the completion of the first investment tranche of the transaction.

The partnership is of historic significance for Hungarian-U.S. space research and industry cooperation by creating long-term opportunities to expand the parties’ share in the global space market.

“This collaboration is of historic significance for the Hungarian space industry, as it marks the first time a Hungarian company participates as an owner of a U.S. space player. Axiom Space is working on revolutionary technological solutions that are fundamentally transforming the commercial space sector and setting the direction for developments in the coming decades. This investment represents Hungary's leadership in the space ecosystem and is indicative of the strong ties between Hungary and the United States” – said Gellért Jászai, Chairman of the Board, 4iG.

"We're excited to welcome 4iG Space and Defence as an investor in Axiom Space at such a pivotal moment for commercial space. This investment represents an alignment with a forward-thinking European technology company that shares our vision for commercial space infrastructure. 4iG SDT understands that innovation will strengthen our ability to deliver transformative solutions in microgravity research and development, data processing, and space commercialization. Together, we are building the foundation for a truly global space economy and deepening the relationship between the United States and Hungary" – said Dr. Kam Ghaffarian, Executive Chairman of Axiom Space.

Houston-based Axiom Space is a leading global player in commercial human spaceflight and space infrastructure development. The company has significant experience in conducting crewed missions onboard International Space Station, as well as in the development of Axiom Station – the world’s first commercial space station. Its innovations range from microgravity research to orbital data communication and processing solutions. The company is also responsible for sending the second Hungarian astronaut, Tibor Kapu, into space as part of the HUNOR – Hungarian to Orbit –t program, marking a milestone for the country’s human space exploration ambitions. For Axiom Space, this investment represents the beginning of a relationship with an investor that has a long-term commitment and European industrial and technological background, supporting the company’s goal to become a global platform for commercial space utilization following the era of government-led space programs, and strengthen its presence in Europe.