Argotec

Argotec is an Italian aerospace engineering company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and operation of small satellites and related technologies. Founded in 2008, Argotec has become a prominent player in the Italian and European space sectors, focusing on providing innovative solutions for space exploration, earth observation, and telecommunications.

Argotec's core competencies include the development of complete small satellite systems, including platform design, payload integration, and mission control. They also offer services related to satellite data processing and analysis.

The company is known for its involvement in various space missions, often collaborating with national and international space agencies and research institutions. A notable example is their participation in the LICIACube mission, a cubesat that accompanied NASA's DART mission to deflect an asteroid. Argotec developed and operated LICIACube, which captured images of the DART impact on the asteroid Dimorphos.

Argotec's commitment to research and development allows them to create and implement advanced technologies, contributing to the growth and accessibility of the space industry. They are actively involved in projects related to in-orbit servicing, space debris removal, and advanced propulsion systems. Their headquarters are located in Turin, Italy.