Nippon CMK Signs Platinum Sponsorship Agreement with AstroX to Strengthen Space Market Entry
Nippon CMK has signed a platinum sponsorship agreement with space startup AstroX. The company aims to strengthen its entry into the space market, resonating with AstroX's unique 'Rockoon' air-launch technology. Additionally, Nippon CMK will exhibit for the first time at the 'SPEXA2026' space business exhibition in Tokyo starting May 27, 2026.
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Background and Purpose of Sponsorship:
AstroX is developing next-generation space transport services using its unique 'Rockoon' method, which involves floating rockets to the stratosphere before launching them in mid-air. Nippon CMK chose to enter this sponsorship agreement, resonating with this new technology that offers higher energy efficiency, lower costs, and reduced vibration compared to conventional rockets.
Nippon CMK has been producing and selling printed circuit boards (PCBs) globally for over 60 years. In the automotive market in particular, we provide high-reliability PCBs that meet stringent requirements for high temperature, vibration, and long service life, earning high acclaim in the field. Since 2023, we have been strengthening sales efforts in the space market, including obtaining JAXA certification.
In recent years, the commercial space market has been expanding globally, with new industries forming domestically centered on rockets, satellites, and space communications. There is an increasing demand for high-reliability electronic components that can operate stably in harsh environments for space equipment, and we believe there is high affinity with the automotive quality technology we have cultivated over many years. Against this background, we have positioned the space market as a future growth area and are strengthening cooperation with space-related companies. This sponsorship agreement with AstroX is part of that initiative.
Through this agreement, we will deepen technical exchanges and market understanding within the space industry and accelerate the expansion of our high-reliability PCBs into the space sector.
Participation in International Space Business Exhibition SPEXA2026:
We will exhibit for the first time at the International Space Business Exhibition SPEXA2026, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from May 27 (Wed) to May 29 (Fri), 2026.
FAQ
Why did Japan CMK enter into a contract with AstroX?
To resonate with AstroX's development of low-cost, low-vibration 'Rockoon' method for next-generation space transportation services and to strengthen its entry into the space market.
What are Japan CMK's current efforts towards entering the space market?
Japan CMK is strengthening its sales expansion efforts by providing high-reliability electronic components through the utilization of its long-cultivated automotive quality technology, aiming to obtain JAXA certification by 2023.
What is SPEXA2026?
SPEXA2026 is the International Space Business Exhibition held from May 27 to 29, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight.
Where is Japan CMK's booth located at SPEXA2026?
Japan CMK's booth is located at S4-25 on the first floor of the South Hall.
What are Japan CMK's main strengths?
Japan CMK's main strengths are over 60 years of printed wiring board manufacturing experience and high-reliability automotive quality technology that meets stringent requirements.