SanchiConnect & KickSky: SpaceTech Innovation Partnership
- SanchiConnect, a leading Indian deeptech startup network, is partnering with KickSky space Lab, an accelerator program for early-stage spacetech startups.Riceberg Ventures is facilitating the collaboration, which seeks to...
- The partnership aims to provide funding, mentorship, and access to global markets for the next generation of spacetech entrepreneurs.
- Riceberg Ventures, with offices in Bangalore, Zurich, London, and San Francisco, invests in transformative technologies across spacetech, life sciences, AI, quantum computing, and advanced engineering.
SanchiConnect and Riceberg Ventures have joined forces to significantly boost early-stage spacetech startups, providing crucial funding and mentorship. This strategic partnership aims to scale the KickSky space Lab, expanding its reach globally and offering unparalleled support for innovative companies. The collaboration focuses on unlocking new opportunities for spacetech entrepreneurs, facilitating access to global markets. With a vision to empower the next generation of innovators, this alliance will cultivate growth within the space economy. Leveraging SanchiConnect’s deeptech network and Riceberg Ventures’ investment expertise, the initiative is poised to support groundbreaking ventures from India and beyond. news Directory 3 is following this story closely. Discover what’s next for the future of spacetech.
SanchiConnect, Riceberg VC Partners to Boost Spacetech Startups
Updated June 16, 2025
SanchiConnect, a leading Indian deeptech startup network, is partnering with KickSky space Lab, an accelerator program for early-stage spacetech startups.Riceberg Ventures is facilitating the collaboration, which seeks to expand KickSky’s reach and support spacetech startups globally. KickSky is a joint effort by Riceberg ventures, E2MC Ventures, and Aniara Consulting.
The partnership aims to provide funding, mentorship, and access to global markets for the next generation of spacetech entrepreneurs. The team also plans to launch a global spacetech community for founders, investors, experts, and suppliers.
Riceberg Ventures, with offices in Bangalore, Zurich, London, and San Francisco, invests in transformative technologies across spacetech, life sciences, AI, quantum computing, and advanced engineering. SanchiConnect, seeded within Baring PE Partner-India, runs accelerators for venture capital funds.
This alliance between SanchiConnect and Riceberg Ventures seeks to complement IN-SPACe‘s support for emerging startups by unlocking new funding, mentorship, and global market access for spacetech entrepreneurs. The focus is on empowering the next generation of spacetech startups and fostering innovation in the space economy.
“We are excited to join hands with Riceberg Ventures to accelerate the growth of India’s spacetech ecosystem,” said Dr. Sunil Shekhawat, CEO of SanchiConnect. “Our combined strengths will empower startups to move beyond proof-of-concept, access global markets, and attract the right capital partners.Together, we are committed to making india a powerhouse in the new space economy.”
“KickSky was envisioned as a launchpad for the boldest minds in spacetech. With SanchiConnect’s unmatched network and accelerator expertise, we are poised to take KickSky to new heights, offering startups not just capital, but the strategic guidance and global connections needed to solve some of humanity’s most ambitious challenges,” said Ankit Anand, Founding Partner, Riceberg Ventures.
“Our mission at KickSky is to democratize access to the space economy for Indian founders,” said Mr. Govindrajan, Director, KickSky Space Lab. “The partnership with sanchiconnect will help us provide a robust platform for founders to experiment, validate, and scale their ideas, while leveraging the best of industry, academia, and investor networks.”
What’s next
The partnership between SanchiConnect and Riceberg Ventures will focus on scaling the KickSky Space Lab, providing crucial resources and support to early-stage spacetech startups, and fostering a global community within the spacetech sector.