Dragonfly Aerospace
South African NewSpace company producing satellite platforms and high-resolution optical payloads. It is included because of the substantial role of Ukrainian entrepreneur Max Polyakov and its integration into his international space ecosystem; the company built EOS SAT-1.
| Organisation | Dragonfly Aerospace |
|---|---|
| Ukrainian connection | South African company in which Ukrainian entrepreneur Max Polyakov / Noosphere acquired a controlling stake; part of his international space-tech ecosystem |
| Main country | South Africa |
| Countries involved | South AfricaUkraineinternational customers |
| Presence abroad | Headquarters/manufacturing in South Africa; international clients and programs; Noosphere/Max Polyakov connection |
| Founders and key people | Dragonfly Aerospace team; Max Polyakov — investor who acquired a majority stake in 2021 |
| Stage and heritage | Orbital heritage: satellite platforms and cameras; manufacturer of EOS SAT-1 |
| Official website | dragonflyaerospace.com |
Note on status: Current as of 14 Aug 2026; see the cited sources.
Checked 2026-08-14