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Anywaves is a French company that designs and manufactures space antennas for the satellite industry. Based in Toulouse, France, it is the only European "pure player" in space antenna equipment.[1] It provides commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom antennas primarily for small satellite constellations and launchers.[2]

History

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Anywaves was founded in 2017 as a spin-off from the French National Centre for Space Studies (CNES) by Nicolas Capet[3], a former CNES engineer. The company's formation was driven by the increasing demand for specialized antennas for small satellite constellations, especially in low Earth orbit (LEO)​.

Since its inception, Anywaves has rapidly grown and secured contracts with prominent space industry players such as Airbus Defence and Space and OHB Sweden.[4]​

In 2020, the company achieved a turnover of €1 million​[4]. By August 2024, Anywaves had delivered over 1,000 antennas globally​.[5]

Products and technology

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Anywaves develops antennas designed to operate in the harsh space environment. The company leverages its proprietary technology, including 3D printing with advanced ceramic materials, to produce compact, lightweight and robust antennas.​[6]

The company's antennas perform essential functions such as telemetry, telecommand (TT&C), geolocation (GNSS), and data downlink, and are used in various satellite applications, including Earth observation and telecommunications​. For example, Anywaves provided antennas for the CO3D Earth observation constellation, a key mission led by Airbus​[7].

Key projects and milestones

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  • 2019: Anywaves achieved its first flight heritage with S-band and X-band antennas onboard the Angels CubeSat. The mission, led by the French space agency CNES, successfully demonstrated Anywaves' antenna technology​.[8][9]
  • 2019: The company raised €1.5 million in funding to accelerate its product development and commercial expansion in Europe .[10][11]
  • 2020: Anywaves was selected by Thales Alenia Space to provide antennas for the Omnispace IoT and 5G network, a key step in the deployment of 5G via satellite constellations.[12][13]
  • 2020: The French Space Agency (CNES) entrusted Anywaves with the development of a deployable reflectarray technology for nanosatellite payloads, enabling innovative communication solutions for small satellite constellations.[14][15]
  • 2021: Anywaves supplied the S-band TT&C antennas for Airbus Defence and Space's CO3D Earth observation constellation. This marked one of the company's early major contracts and a milestone in its development.​[7][16][17][18]
  • 2021: Loft Orbital and Anywaves entered into a partnership to supply antennas for the YAM-3 Smallsat mission.[19]
  • 2021: In collaboration with OHB Sweden, Anywaves is providing antennas for the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Arctic Weather Satellite, scheduled for launch in 2024​[4]. This mission will improve weather forecasting in the Arctic, relying on Anywaves' advanced antenna systems for telemetry and data downlink.
  • 2021: Along with five other European space companies, Anywaves co-founded YEESS (Young European Enterprises for Spanywace Standardization), an initiative aimed at facilitating and accelerating the New Space dynamic in Europe.[20][21][22]
  • 2022: Anywaves raised €3 million to further expand its operations.[23][24][25]
  • 2023: Anywaves signed a significant contract with Maxar Technologies, marking its entry into the US market and reinforcing its international expansion.[26][27]
  • 2023: The company also ventured into creating antennas for reusable launchers.[28].
  • 2024: Anywaves reached a major milestone, delivering its 1,000th antenna.[29] [5][30]

Certifications and industry recognition

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Anywaves has achieved significant recognition for its contributions to the space industry, including awards and certifications:

  • 2020: Anywaves received the “Start-up de l’année” award at the Les Inn’Ovations 2020 competition. This accolade recognized the company's innovative antenna technology and its potential impact on the growing satellite market​. [31]
  • 2020: The company earned the EN 9100 certification, underscoring its dedication to meeting stringent aerospace quality standards. This certification covers all aspects of the company’s production, from design to delivery​.[5]
  • 2024: Anywaves was awarded the 2023 Maxar Space Systems Supplier Excellence Award, a prestigious recognition for its role as a reliable and high-quality supplier to Maxar Technologies, a leading player in the global space industry​.[32]

The company also holds multiple patents, including those covering its 3D ceramic printing technology, which allows for the production of antennas with superior material properties and cost-efficiency​.[6][33][34][35][36]

Corporate structure and growth

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As of 2024, Anywaves employs around 50 people.​[37]. The company has expanded its production capacity to meet growing global demand and continues to focus on innovation in antenna technology. Its main markets include Europe and North America, and the company is poised to play a key role in the French New Space economy, providing scalable solutions for satellite missions.[38]​[39][40]

References

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  1. ^ "Anywaves révolutionne le domaine des antennes pour nanosatellites et drones". lembarque.com (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  2. ^ Time, THE GPS (2021-06-03). "Interview on S-Band TT&C antenna for satellites constellations". Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  3. ^ "Anywaves. Une trentaine d'antennes satellites miniaturisées déjà livrées". Entreprises Occitanie (in French). 2020-05-27. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  4. ^ a b c "ANYWAVES confirms its leadership as European space antennas manufacturer and heads towards Artic alongside with OHB Sweden". SpaceQuip Journal. 2021-11-12. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  5. ^ a b c "Anywaves reaches a space antenna delivery milestone – SatNews". news.satnews.com. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  6. ^ a b "Anywaves' 3D printed ceramic antennas take flight". business.esa.int. 2020-10-16. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  7. ^ a b Spacewatch.Global (23 June 2021). "Airbus equips CO 3D constellation with Anywaves". Space Watch Global. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
  8. ^ Henry, Caleb (2019-12-23). "French component suppliers demo constellation hardware with ANGELS cubesat". SpaceNews. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  9. ^ "Toulouse : Anywaves embarque ses antennes sur les satellites Airbus". ladepeche.fr (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  10. ^ Jenni (2020-02-07). "Anywaves reçoit le prix "Start-up de l'année" au concours Les Inn'Ovations 2020". Occitanie Innov (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  11. ^ "New Space : Anywaves s'allie avec Syrlinks pour conquérir les Etats-Unis". La Tribune (in French). 2020-07-02. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  12. ^ Jewett, Rachel (2020-09-25). "Thales Selects Anywaves to Build Antennas for Omnispace IoT Project". Via Satellite. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  13. ^ "Thales Alenia Space embarque la startup toulousaine Anywaves sur la constellation Omnispace". Air et Cosmos (in French). 2020-09-24. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  14. ^ "ANYWAVES enters into the development of a Reflectarray technology for nanosat constellations". Satellite Evolution. 2020-12-17. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  15. ^ "Anywaves sélectionné par le CNES pour initier la filière française de Reflectarray". Entreprises Occitanie (in French). 2020-12-18. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  16. ^ Selding, Peter B. de (2021-06-24). "Satellite antenna startup Anywaves signs 5-year supply deal with Airbus; says NewSpace needs contracts, not subsidies". Space Intel Report. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  17. ^ Evolution, Satellite (2021-06-22). "ANYWAVES and Airbus: A competitive association for original and ambitious observation constellations". Satellite Evolution. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  18. ^ "Airbus: gruppo francese Anywaves fornira' antenne per pilotare satelliti CO3D". Il Sole 24 ORE (in Italian). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  19. ^ "LOFT ORBITAL + ANYWAVES Engage In A Partnership Agreement For The YAM Smallsat – SatNews". news.satnews.com. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  20. ^ "YEESS, EU can!". Air et Cosmos (in French). 2024-06-27. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  21. ^ "Aux Assises du NewSpace, l'association YEESS dresse son bilan". GIFAS (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  22. ^ Taffin, Anne (2021-09-15). "SpaceTech : 6 startups européennes se fédèrent pour avoir leur part du gâteau". Maddyness - Le média pour comprendre l'économie de demain (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  23. ^ "Levée de fonds de 3 millions d'euros pour Anywaves". infonet.fr (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  24. ^ "Antennes embarquées pour le spatial : le français Anywaves lève 3 millions d'euros". lembarque.com (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  25. ^ "Le spécialiste des antennes spatiales Anywaves lève 3 millions d'euros". www.lejournaldesentreprises.com (in French). 2022-12-15. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  26. ^ Evolution, Satellite (2023-03-27). "ANYWAVES enters the US market and signs a major contract with Maxar Technologies". Satellite Evolution. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  27. ^ "Spatial : Anywaves signe un premier contrat aux USA avec Maxar". La Tribune (in French). 2023-03-23. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  28. ^ Group, Satellite Evolution (2023-06-26). "Antennas for reusable launchers: ANYWAVES is on the launch pad". Satellite Evolution. Retrieved 2024-10-07. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  29. ^ "Anywaves annonce la livraison de sa 1 000e antenne spatiale" (in French). 2024-08-22. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  30. ^ à 14h49Permalien, Antoine Meunier 20 septembre 2024 (2024-07-23). "Anywaves livre son 1000ème produit – La Chronique Spatiale" (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  31. ^ Jenni (2020-02-07). "Anywaves reçoit le prix "Start-up de l'année" au concours Les Inn'Ovations 2020". Occitanie Innov (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  32. ^ "Maxar Space Systems on LinkedIn: #supplychain #suppliers #awards #aerospace #space #satellite2024". www.linkedin.com. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  33. ^ "Anywaves et 3DCeram : une collaboration dans l'aérospatial l 3DCeram" (in French). 2020-12-18. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  34. ^ Davies, Sam (2021-01-05). "Anywaves designs new satellite antenna with 3DCERAM ceramic 3D printing technology". TCT Magazine. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  35. ^ Staff, Editorial (2021-03-16). "ANYWAVES design 3D printed ceramic antenna for small satellites". Singapore 3D Printer & Printing Solutions Company. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  36. ^ Boissonneault, Tess (2020-12-11). "How ANYWAVES is developing small satellite antennas using ceramic AM". VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  37. ^ "Spatial : Anywaves accélère la production d'antennes NewSpace et veut percer aux USA". La Tribune (in French). 2024-08-19. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  38. ^ "Spatial : comment Connektica et Anywaves veulent doper la production industrielle du NewSpace". La Tribune (in French). 2024-04-09. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  39. ^ "Anywaves, startup du New Space Made in France". Air et Cosmos (in French). 2023-06-16. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
  40. ^ "Partenariat entre ANYWAVES ET SYRLINKS". syrlinks (in French). Retrieved 2024-10-07.
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