Voyager Technologies announced that it has acquired ExoTerra Resource, a company known for its advanced electric propulsion systems. The acquisition aims to strengthen Voyager’s capability to deliver U.S.-based propulsion solutions for both defense and commercial space markets.
ExoTerra’s Halo thruster technology, which has already been demonstrated aboard the DARPA Blackjack ACES spacecraft, delivers precise maneuvering, extended operational lifetimes, and high-efficiency delta-V, which are key attributes for spacecraft requiring repositioning, threat avoidance, and sustained mission advantage. The company also currently holds contracts with NASA and various commercial organizations.
By integrating ExoTerra’s proprietary technology into its mission-critical systems portfolio, Voyager expects to close a vital propulsion capability gap and accelerate the scale-up of manufacturing in the U.S. The transaction also positions the company favorably for strategic initiatives, such as the “Golden Dome” program.
Voyager’s acquisition of ExoTerra underscores broader trends in the space and defense sector, where domestic manufacturing and supply-chain sovereignty are increasingly critical. With the influx of advanced electric propulsion technology under its roof, Voyager aims to deliver U.S.-made propulsion systems capable of meeting the rigorous demands of national-security and commercial missions.
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“We’re amplifying our collective mission capability with ExoTerra, accelerating delivery across defense and commercial markets. As freedom of maneuver becomes central to space control and deterrence, it’s imperative that reliable propulsion systems are built, tested and qualified right here in the United States.”
Voyager Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Dylan Taylor
“We’ve spent years developing efficient, compact and reliable electric propulsion systems, and joining forces with Voyager allows us to enhance and deliver these systems at scale. Together, we’ll manufacture flight-proven propulsion technologies that fortify the nation’s ability to manufacture and field spacecraft with speed, resilience and cost efficiency.”
Mike VanWoerkom, CEO of ExoTerra
