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Pale Blue was selected as “J-Startup” for intensive public-private Support
Pale Blue is pleased to announce its selection as one of the companies for the fifth round of the “J-Startup,” which is a startup support program operated by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). “J-Startup” is a program that provides intensive support to promising startups with high potential through public-private partnership. Pale Blue was selected for “J-Startup” based on numerous recommendations from leading venture capitalists, financial institutions, and organizations supporting startups.
Pale Blue introduction page:
https://www.j-startup.go.jp/en/startups/183a-pale.html
About J-Startup
J-Startup was launched in June 2018 with the mission of fostering startups with the potential to make a global impact. This program identifies promising startups based on recommendations from experienced venture capitalists, corporate innovation leaders, and other external experts. Selected startups receive intensive support from both government agencies and private sector “J-Startup Supporters.” The program is jointly administered by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), and the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).
Under this initiative, NEDO provides R&D funding support, JETRO facilitates international expansion, and METI offers preferential consideration in various government screening processes. Additionally, private sector partners contribute valuable collaboration opportunities and mentoring services, creating a comprehensive ecosystem to empower Japanese startups to compete and succeed in the global marketplace.
J-Startup official website https://www.j-startup.go.jp/
About Pale Blue
Pale Blue develops and manufactures propulsion systems for small satellites, serving satellite integrators and operators worldwide. Since its founding in 2020, Pale Blue has successfully achieved in-orbit operations of water-based propulsion systems a number of times, providing highly reliable solutions. While further expanding its product offering through R&D and in-orbit demonstrations, Pale Blue is also strengthening production capabilities to meet the growing demand for propulsion systems. Pale Blue is committed to creating mobility that is core to the space industry, driving the next generation of space development.
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