Orbite provides astronaut training and luxury hospitality to customers around the world through its Experience Train Fly Program.
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla., Dec. 5, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Orbite, the leading space training and operations company for space explorers, has grown to 400,000 with support from both existing and new investors. announced the completion of a $1 million Series A funding round. . The new funding will enable Orbite to expand its operations, strengthen its sales and marketing efforts, and advance the pre-development of its first Spaceflight Gateway Campus. The company also unveiled a strategic partnership with Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, to support the development and operations of Orbite’s Spaceflight Gateway campus and international expansion plans.
In addition, Orbite offers a curated collection of immersive journeys to space exploration in luxurious surroundings, training tailored to all levels of space readiness, and customized flight missions for adventurers and space enthusiasts. We have introduced the “Experience Train Flight Program”, a series of services.
“Being an astronaut isn’t built in a day,” said Nicola Gorm, Orbit’s executive chairman. “Training an astronaut is a journey that takes time. With the continued support of our forward-thinking shareholders and Accor’s unrivaled expertise in hospitality, we are committed to providing our guests with a professionally appointed space as they depart. We are creating a truly holistic experience that seamlessly blends preparation and luxury hospitality during their spaceflight journey. ”
NASA and other space agencies spend years training astronaut candidates before they depart on their first missions. Orbite’s immersive astronaut training program brings this demanding experience to sophisticated guests, offering a comprehensive blend of education, training, health and wellness, redefining luxury on Earth and in space. Creating a unique space hospitality experience.
“Accor has always been at the forefront of creating innovative hospitality experiences,” said Agnès Roquefort, Head of Development, Accor Luxury & Lifestyle. “Seeing the Earth from low-Earth orbit reminds us of our shared responsibility to this planet. In partnership with Orbit, we are pioneering new frontiers in space hospitality, cultivating a deeper connection with the Well while providing space We are pleased to offer our customers a unique opportunity to explore the Earth’s existence. ”
“Our customers around the world are eager to participate in the growing space economy,” said Jason Andrews, CEO of Orbyte. “Our Experience Train Fly program and our partnership with Accor offer people a unique opportunity to experience today’s space in a luxurious environment.”
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