Vitesse Systems Expands Ground Antenna Portfolio with Spacetime Acquisition

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Vitesse Systems, backed by private equity firm Trive Capital, has completed the acquisition of Spacetime Engineering, a specialist in ground antenna technology for military and commercial satellite networks.

Trive Capital said Wednesday the move positions Vitesse as a leading provider of multi-band antenna solutions, which are vital for enhancing communication and interoperability for warfighters.

David Stinnett, partner at Trive Capital, said the acquisition complements Vitesse’s space and airborne assets, enabling the company to deliver enhanced battlefield connectivity to warfighters.

“Our ability to close the RF link across the entire battlespace is our key differentiator and this acquisition solidifies that position,” stated Stinnett.

Expanding Ground Antenna Technology

Spacetime Engineering, founded in 2013, is known for its advanced antenna feeds designed for ground-based satellite and gateway antennas that can operate across a wide range of frequencies. Its antenna feed systems enable high-speed data downloads and transmission across diverse orbital paths.

Remarks From Vitesse, Spacetime CEOs

“By combining Spacetime’s multi-band ground antenna expertise with our current space and airborne-related antenna solutions, we are uniquely positioned to help our customers transmit, collect and distribute data quicker, regardless of orbit or mission area,” said Vitesse CEO Matthew Alty.

“Joining Vitesse provides us with the platform to reduce design and production timelines while giving us the scale to deliver antenna solutions to a wider range of customers and programs,” remarked Hans Spieleder, president and CEO at Spacetime Engineering.