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ION-X

Palaiseau, France

About ION-X

ION-X is a startup headquartered in Palaiseau, France, founded in 2021. It works in Launch Vehicles & Propulsion and Avionics & Components.

French NewSpace startup — develops ionic liquid electrospray electric thrusters for small satellites, first flown in orbit in 2025.

Founded
2021

Sectors

HQ: Palaiseau, France
  • Palaiseau

    HQ

    Boulevard Thomas Gobert, 91120 Palaiseau, Palaiseau, France

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