MERRITT ISLAND, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 5, 2024--
Orbite, the premier space training and operations company for space explorers, announced the completion of its $4 million Series A funding round, backed by both existing and new investors. The new funding will allow Orbite to scale its operations, boost sales and marketing efforts, and advance pre-development for its inaugural Spaceflight Gateway Campus. The company also revealed a strategic partnership with Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, to support the development and operation of Orbite’s Spaceflight Gateway campus and its plans for international expansion.
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Additionally, Orbite introduced its “Experience Train Fly Program,” a curated suite of offerings that provide immersive journeys into space exploration within luxurious settings, tailored training for all levels of space readiness and customized flight missions for adventurers and space enthusiasts.
“You don’t become an astronaut in a day,” said Nicolas Gaume, executive chairman of Orbite. “Astronaut training is a journey that takes time. With the continued support of our visionary shareholders and Accor’s unmatched expertise in hospitality, we are creating a truly holistic experience for our guests – one that seamlessly blends professional space preparation with luxury hospitality – as they embark on their spaceflight journey.”
NASA and other space agencies dedicate years to training their astronaut candidates before they embark on their first mission. Orbite’s immersive astronaut training programs bring this rigorous experience to sophisticated guests, offering a holistic blend of education, training, health and wellness creating a unique space hospitality experience that redefines luxury on Earth and in space.
“Accor has always been at the forefront of creating transformative hospitality experiences,” said Agnès Roquefort, head of development for Accor Luxury & Lifestyle. “Viewing Earth from Low Earth Orbit reminds us of our shared responsibility for this planet. We are excited to partner with Orbite to pioneer a new frontier in space hospitality, offering our customers a unique opportunity to explore space while fostering a deeper connection to the well-being of Earth.”
“Our global customers are eager to participate in the growing space economy,” said Jason Andrews, CEO of Orbite. “Our Experience Train Fly Program and our partnership with Accor offer a unique opportunity for people to experience space today in a luxurious setting.”
Orbite’s Experience Train Fly Programs offer exclusive space exploration and astronaut training experiences starting in 2025. Customers can now secure their place in the following programs:
Additional Experiences, as well as Train and Fly offerings and bundles, will be added to the program schedule in the coming months. To learn more about Orbite’s Experience Train Fly Programs and secure your reservation, visit the Orbite website.
About Orbite
Orbite (orbit in French) is the premier space training company for ultimate adventurers. Orbite was co-founded by Jason Andrews and Nicolas Gaume in 2019. Orbite plans to construct the first commercial Astronaut Training and Spaceflight Gateway Campus with specialized commercial astronaut training facilities to reimagine the human spaceflight experience. For more information, please visit www.Orbitespace.com and @orbitespace on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
Orbite has announced the completion of a Series A funding round, a strategic partnership with Accor, and the launch of its groundbreaking Experience Train Fly Program. (Photo: Business Wire)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes threw for 177 yards and a touchdown, most of it going to best buddy Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Houston Texans 23-14 on Saturday to advance to the AFC championship game for the seventh consecutive season.
With girlfriend Taylor Swift watching alongside WNBA star Caitlin Clark from a suite, Kelce had seven catches for 117 yards and a score, helping the Chiefs (16-2) keep alive their dream of winning an unprecedented third consecutive Super Bowl title.
The Chiefs are the fourth team in NFL history to follow back-to-back Lombardi Trophies by advancing to the conference title game, and the three previous lost. They will try to change that trend at Arrowhead Stadium next weekend against the Bills or Ravens, who play on Sunday in Buffalo for a shot at dethroning the defending champs.
Mahomes improved 16-3 in the playoffs, tying Joe Montana for the second-most wins in NFL history behind Tom Brady, and he is 7-0 in the divisional round. Mahomes also helped Andy Reid become the fourth NFL coach with 300 career wins.
Meanwhile, the Texans (11-8) still have never won in six divisional games. Twice they have lost to Kansas City.
Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud threw for 245 yards but was sacked eight times. Joe Mixon, who had been questionable to play with an ankle injury, caught a couple of passes while running for 88 yards and a touchdown.
Texans kicker Kai’imi Fairbairn missed a 55-yard field goal attempt, an extra-point try and had another field goal attempt blocked with 1:46 left, which would have kept Houston's comeback hopes alive by making it a one-possession game.
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is sacked by Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr., right, as Chiefs guard Joe Thuney (62) assists during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (29) runs with the ball past Houston Texans cornerback Myles Bryant (27) during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) scrambles during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) fumbles as he is hit by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu, right, during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jaden Hicks (21) reacts to a missed field goal attempt by Houston Texans kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
A person is bundled up for the cold during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Houston Texans Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) runs with the ball as Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis defends during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Travis Heying)
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) throws under pressure from Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (90) during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt celebrates after scoring during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Travis Heying)
Houston Texans kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn (15) misses a field goal attempt during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Travis Heying)
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs with the ball as Houston Texans safety Calen Bullock (21) and linebacker Henry To'oTo'o (39) defend during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Travis Heying)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws during the first half of an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Travis Heying)
