Nebex, a platform dedicated to market infrastructure in the global space economy, has secured a $30 million seed investment led by GV, with contributions from several prominent venture funds. The company has also established a banking relationship with J.P. Morgan. This financial boost will enable Nebex to expand its platform, facilitating connections between sovereign space programs and companies developing new technologies for the space sector.
Tejpaul Bhatia, CEO of Nebex, highlighted the challenges faced by space entrepreneurs in accessing capital markets infrastructure, which is crucial for managing revenue and cash flow in sovereign programs. The support from investors and financial institutions provides Nebex with the necessary resources to scale the space economy.
The space industry is undergoing a transformation, moving away from a limited number of legacy contractors towards a more open market. Nebex aims to reduce the financial challenges faced by founders and promote international collaboration, ensuring that investments are reinvested in local economies.
Erik Nordlander, General Partner at GV, emphasized the importance of developing both visible and behind-the-scenes infrastructure to scale true markets. Nebex is poised to become the financial backbone of the commercial space economy.
Founded in late 2025 by Tejpaul Bhatia, former CEO of Axiom Space, Nebex builds on his extensive experience in commercial space deals. He is joined by Anand Subramanian and Manlio Di Stefano, who bring their expertise in venture-backed exchanges and international affairs.
Aneeka Sajid from J.P. Morgan expressed pride in supporting Nebex’s growth, recognizing the space economy’s pivotal moment and the essential infrastructure being developed by Tejpaul and his team to enhance access and innovation across the ecosystem.
Nebex operates as an exchange layer, connecting space companies with sovereign buyers and facilitating capital movement in the space industry. The company’s mission is to create a functional space economy where financial transactions occur as seamlessly as in other markets.
