25 December 2025 – Synspective Inc., a leading provider of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite data and analytics solutions, announced that it won the Ministry of Defense’s satellite constellation project on December 24. Synspective joins six partner companies, including Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation, Mitsui & Co., Ltd., Institute for Q-shu Pioneers of Space, Inc., Axelspace Corporation, and Mitsui Bussan Aerospace Co., Ltd. This project uses a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) to build and operate a satellite constellation through private-sector leadership. The initiative aims to provide persistent imagery intelligence that strengthens Japan’s defense posture through enhanced situational awareness and reconnaissance capabilities. As a representative company, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation will establish a Special Purpose Company (SPC) with SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation and Mitsui & Co., Ltd., and proceed with preparations to finalize the contract with the Ministry of Defense. Read more