Northwood Space, a startup led by CEO Bridgit Mendler, is making strides in the aerospace industry by developing scalable ground stations capable of quickly communicating with satellites.

These stations, equipped with phased-array antennas, are designed for fast setup—within days—offering satellite operators rapid access to orbiting systems. Northwood’s innovation is centered on enabling seamless satellite communication for data transfer between Earth and space.

Based in El Segundo, California, Northwood focuses on mass-producing ground stations that are smaller, scalable, and easier to deploy than traditional models.

The company recently passed a key test by successfully connecting with Planet Labs satellites, demonstrating the effectiveness of its technology. The goal is to roll out these systems by mid-2025, ensuring they meet the growing demands of the space industry​

With a background in both entertainment and academia, Mendler—who co-founded Northwood with Griffin Cleverly and Shaurya Luthra—has positioned the company as a disruptor in satellite communications.

Investors such as Founders Fund, Andreessen Horowitz, and Also Capital back Northwood, highlighting its potential to redefine satellite connectivity on a global scale​.

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