Planet Ventures Inc. (CSE: PXI) (OTC: PNXPF) has announced a $200,000 strategic equity investment in Mantis Space, a company working to build the first power grid in orbit. This marks the company’s first deployment of capital into the space sector, positioning it at the forefront of what many analysts describe as the beginning of the space infrastructure era.
The space industry is no longer just launching satellites; it is beginning to service, fuel and power them in orbit, and the shift from concept to commercial reality is accelerating. After years of theoretical roadmaps, capabilities such as on-orbit refueling, debris removal, in-space assembly and orbital power distribution are now drawing serious capital, government contracts and engineering milestones.
According to Novaspace’s 2026 small satellite market report, 16,900 satellites under 500 kg will be launched between 2026 and 2035, averaging roughly 640 kg of payload deployed daily. As constellations scale, operators face mounting pressure to manage power and servicing needs in orbit, creating a structural demand for orbital infrastructure.
Planet Ventures’ investment in Mantis Space reflects a strategic bet on this trend. Mantis Space is developing what it describes as the world’s first power grid in space, aiming to provide on-orbit energy distribution to satellites and other spacecraft. This technology could enable longer missions, reduce the need for heavy onboard batteries, and support in-space assembly and manufacturing.
The investment also aligns with broader industry projections. The global space economy is expected to grow significantly, driven by commercial demand for satellite services, space tourism, and resource utilization. Orbital energy systems are seen as a foundational component for future space activities, including lunar and Mars missions.
Planet Ventures’ move comes as other companies and governments ramp up investments in space infrastructure. The U.S. Space Force and NASA have awarded contracts for on-orbit servicing and refueling technologies, while private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin are developing reusable launch systems that lower the cost of access to space.
However, the sector remains high-risk. Early-stage space companies face significant technical and regulatory hurdles. Mantis Space’s technology is unproven at commercial scale, and the market for orbital power services is still emerging. Planet Ventures acknowledges these risks in its forward-looking statements, noting that portfolio companies have limited operating histories and may require additional funding.
Despite these challenges, the investment underscores a growing conviction that space infrastructure is moving from concept to commercial reality. For Planet Ventures, this first foray into the space economy could open the door to further investments in related technologies, such as in-space robotics, debris removal, and lunar habitation systems.
The company’s newsroom at https://nnw.fm/PNXPF provides updates on its portfolio and strategic direction. As the space infrastructure era begins, Planet Ventures is positioning itself to capitalize on what could be one of the most transformative industries of the 21st century.
