Press Release
4iG Group Joins Axiom Space as Largest European Investor
Axiom Space, one of the leading privately owned companies in the US commercial space industry, has closed a funding round of more than USD 525 million amid strong investor interest. As part of the transaction, 4iG Space and Defence Technologies Zrt. (4iG S&D) has joined Axiom Space as a new strategic investor alongside, among others, MUFG, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, one of the largest financial groups in Japan and the world. 4iG Group’s space and defence holding company has become the first Hungarian and largest European strategic investor in the US space company, completing a two-step capital increase worth a total of USD 100 million.
For 4iG Group, the investment has strategic importance because Axiom Space is developing technologies that may shape the future
of the commercial space economy and play a key role in building the next generation of infrastructure in low Earth orbit.
4iG S&D sees long-term value creation potential in the partnership and, as an investor and strategic partner, plans to take
an active role in areas including the development of orbital data centres, commercial space stations, human spaceflight capabilities,
and advanced industrial and research programmes in microgravity.
The cooperation may also create significant strategic synergies with HUSAT, the Hungarian satellite programme of 4iG Space
and Defence Technologies, highlighting the Group’s position in space and defence technologies. Beyond its technological importance,
the investment also contributes to stronger strategic economic and innovation ties between Hungary and the United States.
Investor interest in Axiom Space significantly exceeded the company’s original fundraising target, underlining the growth
potential of the commercial space industry and services linked to low Earth orbit. The new funding will allow Axiom Space
to accelerate its priority programmes, including human spaceflight services, spacesuit development, and Axiom Station, the
commercial space station that may serve as a successor to the International Space Station (ISS).
4 June 2026
Background information
4iG Group
4iG Group is Hungary’s largest capital markets holding company in technology, infocommunications, digital infrastructure,
and the space and defence industry, with its shares listed on the Budapest Stock Exchange. 4iG is building its presence through
an integrated approach across high-capacity networks, data centre and international data connectivity infrastructure, technology
systems, and industrial and defence solutions, serving retail, business, government, and international customers. Employing
more than 11,000 people, the Group’s strategic goal is to contribute to the digital, technological, and industrial development
of Hungary and the region through long-term investments, innovation, and international partnerships. www.4ig.hu
4iG Space and Defence Technologies Zrt.
4iG Space and Defence Technologies Zrt. (4iG S&D) is 4iG Group’s space and defence holding company, developing innovative
dual-use technologies for the space and defence industries. The company operates across five strategic business areas: Space,
Aero, Land Systems, Weapons & Ammunition, and Cyber and Defence Digitalization. Its space activities cover the design, manufacturing,
and operation of satellites. In defence technologies, 4iG SDT develops unmanned aerial vehicles and counter-drone systems,
land platforms, weapons and ammunition manufacturing solutions, and modern cyber and digitalisation technologies. Its systems
support the development of NATO-compatible capabilities and strengthen regional security. www.4igsdt.hu
Further information:
Péter ELKÁN
Group Corporate Affairs and Communications Director
sajto@4ig.hu