Abyom SpaceTech and Defence Expands Testing Milestones, Files Patents and Eyes to Expand Reusability in Commercial and Defence Sectors

India – October, 2025 – Abyom SpaceTech and Defence, India’s pioneering company in the development of reusable launch vehicles (RLVs), has announced a series of new milestones that strengthen its position at the intersection of space and defence technologies. With institutional recognition, expanded leadership, and a sharpened focus on dual-use innovations, Abyom is setting the foundation for India’s next leap in space & defence access.

Recognized by Leading Institutions: Abyom’s technologies have received recognition from some of the world’s most respected institutions and government bodies. Over the past year, the company has attracted grant support and institutional partnerships worth more than $200,000.00 and $500,000.00 in equity which are being directed toward the development of its Rocket Engine Test Facility, Spark Torch Igniter, and Engine Control System.

Supporters include:

● BOEING - Recognition for Abyom’s novel Spark Torch Igniter design & development

● Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India

● Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

● Government of Uttar Pradesh - START IN UP Program

● Startup India initiative

● GUSEC- Startup Support

● BITS Pilani (Pilani & Hyderabad Campuses) - Academic partners assisting in establishing test facilities on their premises.

This recognition reflects Abyom’s emergence as a deep-tech enabler, committed to driving innovation while strengthening India’s space ecosystem through partnerships that span industry, academia, and government.

Strengthening Leadership with Strategic Advisory

A major leadership development comes with the appointment of Dr. V.K. Saraswat - former Director General of DRDO, and Chief Scientific Advisor to the Indian Minister of Defence, and currently a member of NITI Aayog, as the Chair of Abyom’s Technical Advisory Board. Dr. V.K. Saraswat brings unparalleled expertise in strategic defence and aerospace programs, and his guidance will play a pivotal role in aligning Abyom’s technological roadmap with national priorities and international competitiveness. His involvement underscores Abyom’s credibility and the critical role the company seeks to play in India’s strategic space sector.

Intellectual Property & Proprietary Technology

Abyom has filed a patent for its Rocket Engine Test Facility - a first-of-its-kind modular and mobile test infrastructure designed for rapid deployment and scalable propulsion testing. In parallel, the company is patenting other proprietary technologies, catering to the company’s vision of reusability & re-ignitability. While details remain confidential, these innovations represent the backbone of reusable rocket architecture and demonstrate Abyom’s focus on protecting intellectual property as it scales globally.

From Lab to Launch: Engines, Tests, and the Road Ahead

Abyom has successfully conducted over 250 hot-fire tests across two prototype rocket engines - the 1.5kN BSE-I and the 2.5kN BSE-II - at its mobile test facility. These prototypes have validated key aspects such as ignition reliability and combustion efficiency, serving as engineering testbeds for the higher-thrust engines. Building on this foundation, Abyom is now transitioning from lab-scale prototypes to commercialization. The company has opened a $2.5 million fundraising round to scale its operations, expand test facilities, and advance its roadmap toward automated vertical take-off and landing demonstrators. This step marks Abyom’s evolution from proof-of-concept to shaping India’s future in sustainable, reusable spaceflight.

At the core of Abyom’s work is the development of dual-use technologies - innovations that can serve both commercial spaceflight and defence applications.

Key technologies with dual-use potential include:

● Rocket Engine Test Facility: Designed for both civilian rocket development and defence propulsion research, as well as catering to upcoming propulsion groups and academia.

● Engine Control System (ECS): A control system module, a modular platform adaptable for rockets, missiles, and advanced propulsion systems

● Spark Torch Ignition System: A high-reliability igniter suitable for reusable space engines and defence-grade propulsion units

By positioning these systems as adaptable across domains, Abyom is addressing two strategic needs: affordable access to space and strengthening national defence capabilities.

Next Frontier: Cryogenic Propulsion & Facilities Looking ahead

Abyom has begun work on cryogenic-capable propulsion systems and supporting ground infrastructure. Cryogenic technology represents a leap in efficiency and thrust performance, enabling longer-duration missions and scaling to orbital-class launch vehicles. By indigenously developing cryogenic systems, Abyom aims to contribute significantly to the Make in India campaign, reducing dependency on foreign suppliers and positioning India as a leader in advanced propulsion technologies.

Tested Foundations, Scaled Ambitions

Abyom validates its core technologies through extensive testing campaigns, including repetitive trials at its mobile test facilities. These test programs serve as proof-of-concept for scalability. The next phase of development will focus on flight demonstrators, including a vertical takeoff and landing (VTVL) prototype that showcases fully autonomous launch and recovery. This milestone will mark a first for India, positioning Abyom as a serious player in reusable space access.

“With these technologies, we aim to cut per-launch costs significantly and introduce India’s first VTVL demonstrator,” said the Founder & CEO- Jainul Abedin, “This is our leap toward affordable, reusable, and sustainable space access.”

A Sustainable Vision for India’s Space Future

With a vision firmly rooted in reusability and sustainability, Abyom’s roadmap reflects a broader shift in the global space industry - where innovation is aligned not just with performance, but also environmental and operational responsibility. The company is setting up ground infrastructure that supports multiple reuse cycles, automated engine health diagnostics, and rapid integration timelines. As the space-tech ecosystem matures in India, Abyom stands out by doing what few have attempted: bringing the entire lifecycle - from design and integration to testing and demonstration, under one roof.

"At Abyom, we believe reusability is not just a choice - it is the future of space exploration,” underscoring the company’s mission. “Our innovations are designed with both commercial scalability and defence readiness in mind, ensuring India is equipped to lead in a rapidly evolving global space economy.” stated Founder & CEO- Jainul Abedin.

From institutional recognition and leadership expansion to hundreds of successful engine tests, Abyom is building the foundations for a new era of sustainable space access. About Abyom SpaceTech and Defence Abyom is India’s first private full-stack SpaceTech company, developing reusable launch systems and advanced space infrastructure. With re-ignitable, throttleable cryogenic engines enabling rapid, affordable multi-launch capability, our dual-use technologies serve both civil and defense needs, positioning Abyom at the forefront of integrated launch services and nextgeneration space infrastructure.

Abyom SpaceTech Brings India’s Leading Space & Defence Minds Together for Its 5th Foundation Day India

“Abyom is young and is writing a new destiny of India. You’re the creators of our future.” [Dr. Avinash Chander]

October 2025: India’s leading defence and space experts joined Abyom’s young engineers at its Hyderabad facility on Friday to celebrate the company’s 5th Foundation Day. The event served as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, technology demonstrations, and strategic guidance, marking a milestone as Abyom SpaceTech and Defence moves into its next growth phase.

Distinguished Guests and Thought Leaders

Abyom SpaceTech and Defence Pvt. Ltd. - India’s pioneering company in reusable launch vehicle (RLV) development - hosted its 5th Foundation Day Celebration at BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus on the 3rd of October, 2025. The celebration was led by Dr. Avinash Chander, former Director General of DRDO, Scientific Adviser to the Defence Minister, and architect of India’s Agni missile series. His presence and inputs reflected his long-standing commitment to indigenous propulsion, systems integration and mentoring of emerging technology ventures.

The presence of dignitaries and industry leaders enriched the day, transforming it into a powerful convergence of experience and innovation.

“Abyom, which is the magnum opus of Jainul Abedin has made some significant strides in the past few years in the defence and space sector in a very short span of five years.” [Dr. A K Asraff - former DD, LPSC & AD, VSSC, ISRO]

Showcasing Technology, Shaping Dialogue

The Foundation Day went beyond ceremonial proceedings, featuring guided tours, technical demonstrations, and interactive discussions. The event commenced with brief inaugural remarks from the dignitaries, followed by a presentation from Abyom’s Founder & CEO, Jainul Abedin, who traced the company’s journey from its inception to its present-day accomplishments. The guests then toured Abyom’s facilities including the Commercial Test Facility (CTF), observing core technology modules such as thrust chamber, feed systems, igniters, injectors, and engine-control systems - while outlining their design philosophies, testing protocols, and operational safety systems.

“Another great achievement that I’ve seen is the modular test bed that has been developed where one can test the proto liquid engines.” [Dr. M R M Babu- Professor, BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus; former DRDO Scientist]

Their participation went far beyond observation. Senior scientists and defence leaders offered practical suggestions from optimising turnaround cycles to integrating cryogenic capabilities. What began as a formal tour developed into a highly interactive session, with dignitaries mentoring and guiding the team on technical, operational and strategic fronts.

A Shared Vision for the Next Phase

The day reaffirmed Abyom’s commitment of developing indigenous, reusable technologies that meet future national and commercial needs. Dignitaries emphasised the importance of private–public collaboration and expressed willingness to support Abyom with their knowledge and network as the company scales.

“As a mentor, I did not just see the idea - I saw the raw potential and courage, and above all, I saw a symbol of what India’s youth can become if given the right direction and atmosphere. Innovation is not the privilege of the privileged, it is the birthright of anyone willing to dream.” [Mr. Anuj Batra]

Underlining its next phase, Abyom plans to:

● Expanding partnerships across government, academia and industry.

● Advancing work on automated Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTVL) demonstrators.

● Building indigenous cryogenic capabilities to support India’s growing space ambitions.

● Commercialising key technology modules for wider adoption.

The 5th Foundation Day reinforced Abyom’s role as a bridge between India’s emerging private space sector and established defence and research institutions. With the guidance of the country’s top space and defence leaders, Abyom is accelerating toward automated vertical landing demonstrators and homegrown cryogenic capabilities - the next frontier for India’s private space ambitions.

Founder’s Words “We are dedicated to advancing sustainable space technologies with a focus on minimizing the environmental footprint of space operations. Our efforts aim to create solutions that not only advance space exploration but also deliver meaningful benefits here on Earth. The challenges ahead are significant, but so are the opportunities. We are here to push the boundaries of what’s possible, inspire bold ideas, and shape the future of space exploration.” [Jainul Abedin, Founder & CEO]

About Abyom SpaceTech and Defence

Abyom is India’s first private full-stack SpaceTech company, developing reusable launch systems and advanced space infrastructure. With re-ignitable, throttleable cryogenic engines enabling rapid, affordable multi-launch capability, our dual-use technologies serve both civil and defense needs, positioning Abyom at the forefront of integrated launch services and nextgeneration space infrastructure. ABYOM SPACETECH AND DEFENCE PRIVATE LIMITED TBI, BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus, Jawahar Nagar, Shameerpet, Telangana - 500078