SpaceHK

We launch your project

About us

SpaceHK is a private company driving Hong Kong’s commercial space sector. We offer consulting and policy expertise, and connect global investment to space projects, making the most of Hong Kong’s strengths in finance, talent, and international partnerships to secure its leadership in the new space economy.

What We Do

Strategic consulting for governments and private space companies.
Policy development to drive commercial space growth in Hong Kong.
Investment attraction by connecting with family offices, venture capital, and specialized funds.

Black and white photo of a women performing modern dance on a dark background.

Our mission is to promote and grow commercial space in Hong Kong: spanning satellites, earth observation, space tourism, and orbital transport.

Sector development
- We help build companies and create jobs in the space industry.
- We connect government and private innovation—making expansion possible.

Ecosystem & Engagement
- We organize international events and conferences to attract talent and partners.
- We grow Hong Kong’s space investment scene through strategic partnerships, networking, and expert support.

Founders
Founder
Mahesh Hariela
Mahesh Harilela is an entrepreneur and philanthropist, well-respected within the vibrant business community of Hong Kong. As a member of the renowned Harilela family, he has contributed to the diverse portfolio of the Harilela Group, which spans hospitality, real estate, finance, and more.

Mahesh's insights and actions have had a profound impact on its operations and strategic direction. His work supports the group's ventures into new areas like renewable energy, agriculture, advanced technology, and NewSpace Economy thereby contributing to the Harilela family's legacy of innovation and global engagement.

Mahesh also actively participates in the Harilela Family Council, where he plays a crucial role as Convenor in areas such as preserving the family's heritage, shaping family governance policies, and supporting the development of the family office. Through his involvement, he helps to ensure that the family's values and business ethics are maintained and passed down through generations.

Mahesh Harilela's contributions reflect his deep commitment to both his family's legacy and the broader community, showcasing his influence in fostering sustainable growth and family unity.
Founder
Dr. Adam Janikowski
Dr. Janikowski spent over twenty years working for investment banks in the UK, France, Canada and Hong Kong. In addition, he has broad leadership and governance experience in both the private and not for profit sectors. He has provided advisory, restructuring and financial consulting services to clients in a diverse set of industries, including the space economy, energy, and sustainability. He has been appointed as a adjunct professor in the department of mining engineering of Queen’s University at Kingston.
Dr. Janikowski received his doctorate from the Colorado School of Mines where he was one of the first students in their space resources development program. He is a recognized expert in the Funding of the New Space Economy and his research has been published in several space focused academic journals. While completing his Master’s degree, also from the Colorado School of Mines, Dr. Janikowski was a winner of the NASA Big Ideas Challenge and was funded to help develop a laser for power beaming in Space. In addition, Dr. Janikowski has received an MBA with distinction from INSEAD and both a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering and a Classics degree from Queen’s University at Kingston.
Founder
Iñaki Amate
Iñaki Amate is the former Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and currently the vice Chair. Since 2022, he has been instrumental in fostering trade and relationships between European and Hong Kong organizations. His leadership is further exemplified in his role as the founder of SANDS.vc, a platform dedicated to angel investing and nurturing startups, where he leverages his expertise in Venture Capital and Start-up ecosystems in domains such as advance materials or Space technology. He was also the APAC head of Innovation and Experience at EY.
Iñaki held significant roles within various other chambers and business councils, including President and Chairman of the Spanish and Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong. His previous experiences include leading Fjord, part of Accenture Interactive, in Asia and driving business growth and international expansion for various companies. He is also HKUST MSc in Business Analytics Corporate Advisory Board member.
A recognized thought leader, Iñaki has been a prominent speaker at numerous global forums, contributing insights on international macroeconomics and internationalization, innovation, digital transformation, and business strategy. His commentary is frequently featured in major publications such as Bloomberg, WSJ, and the South China Morning Post.
Educated at prestigious institutions, Iñaki holds an MBA in General Management from Aalto University Executive Education, and a Master of Science in Economics from Hanken School of Economics, where he was part of the first cohort of the Marketing in Cyberspace Masters program.
Founder
Ben Yu
Ben YU is a founding member of SpaceHK Ltd., to which he brings a decade of commercial experience between Hong Kong and Beijing. An active business leader, he also serves as Director at HK01, Hong Kong's leading Chinese language media, and on the board of several companies including SINO-i, a digital services platform for Chinese businesses.

News

Leading the Conversation: SpaceHK Shines at Space Industry Roundtable

SpaceHK participated in a dynamic roundtable discussion, bringing together leading voices from the commercial space sector. The event highlighted unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation, reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as an emerging hub in the global space industry.

SpaceHK Shares Vision at International Expo
SpaceHK presented our mission and plans for Hong Kong at a renowned industry event, connecting with global partners.
TheSpaceHK visited Orien Space headquarters
Welcoming Global Investors to Hong Kong
SpaceHK hosted a networking session, attracting new investors and fostering exciting space industry collaborations.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Space Leaders

News

SpaceHK

We launch your project

About us

SpaceHK is a private company driving Hong Kong’s commercial space sector. We offer consulting and policy expertise, and connect global investment to space projects, making the most of Hong Kong’s strengths in finance, talent, and international partnerships to secure its leadership in the new space economy.

Black and white photo of a women performing modern dance on a dark background.

Black and white photo of a women performing modern dance on a dark background.

What We Do

Strategic consulting for governments and private space companies.
Policy development to drive commercial space growth in Hong Kong.
Investment attraction by connecting with family offices, venture capital, and specialized funds.

Our mission is to promote and grow commercial space in Hong Kong: spanning satellites, earth observation, space tourism, and orbital transport.

Sector development
- We help build companies and create jobs in the space industry.
- We connect government and private innovation—making expansion possible.

Ecosystem & Engagement
- We organize international events and conferences to attract talent and partners.
- We grow Hong Kong’s space investment scene through strategic partnerships, networking, and expert support.

Founders
Founder
Mahesh Hariela
Mahesh Harilela is an entrepreneur and philanthropist, well-respected within the vibrant business community of Hong Kong. As a member of the renowned Harilela family, he has contributed to the diverse portfolio of the Harilela Group, which spans hospitality, real estate, finance, and more.

Mahesh's insights and actions have had a profound impact on its operations and strategic direction. His work supports the group's ventures into new areas like renewable energy, agriculture, advanced technology, and NewSpace Economy thereby contributing to the Harilela family's legacy of innovation and global engagement.

Mahesh also actively participates in the Harilela Family Council, where he plays a crucial role as Convenor in areas such as preserving the family's heritage, shaping family governance policies, and supporting the development of the family office. Through his involvement, he helps to ensure that the family's values and business ethics are maintained and passed down through generations.

Mahesh Harilela's contributions reflect his deep commitment to both his family's legacy and the broader community, showcasing his influence in fostering sustainable growth and family unity.
Dr. Adam Janikowski
Dr. Janikowski spent over twenty years working for investment banks in the UK, France, Canada and Hong Kong. In addition, he has broad leadership and governance experience in both the private and not for profit sectors. He has provided advisory, restructuring and financial consulting services to clients in a diverse set of industries, including the space economy, energy, and sustainability. He has been appointed as a adjunct professor in the department of mining engineering of Queen’s University at Kingston.
Dr. Janikowski received his doctorate from the Colorado School of Mines where he was one of the first students in their space resources development program. He is a recognized expert in the Funding of the New Space Economy and his research has been published in several space focused academic journals. While completing his Master’s degree, also from the Colorado School of Mines, Dr. Janikowski was a winner of the NASA Big Ideas Challenge and was funded to help develop a laser for power beaming in Space. In addition, Dr. Janikowski has received an MBA with distinction from INSEAD and both a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering and a Classics degree from Queen’s University at Kingston.
Founder
Founder
Iñaki Amate
Iñaki Amate is the former Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and currently the vice Chair. Since 2022, he has been instrumental in fostering trade and relationships between European and Hong Kong organizations. His leadership is further exemplified in his role as the founder of SANDS.vc, a platform dedicated to angel investing and nurturing startups, where he leverages his expertise in Venture Capital and Start-up ecosystems in domains such as advance materials or Space technology. He was also the APAC head of Innovation and Experience at EY.
Iñaki held significant roles within various other chambers and business councils, including President and Chairman of the Spanish and Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong. His previous experiences include leading Fjord, part of Accenture Interactive, in Asia and driving business growth and international expansion for various companies. He is also HKUST MSc in Business Analytics Corporate Advisory Board member.
A recognized thought leader, Iñaki has been a prominent speaker at numerous global forums, contributing insights on international macroeconomics and internationalization, innovation, digital transformation, and business strategy. His commentary is frequently featured in major publications such as Bloomberg, WSJ, and the South China Morning Post.
Educated at prestigious institutions, Iñaki holds an MBA in General Management from Aalto University Executive Education, and a Master of Science in Economics from Hanken School of Economics, where he was part of the first cohort of the Marketing in Cyberspace Masters program.
Ben Yu
Ben YU is a founding member of SpaceHK Ltd., to which he brings a decade of commercial experience between Hong Kong and Beijing. An active business leader, he also serves as Director at HK01, Hong Kong's leading Chinese language media, and on the board of several companies including SINO-i, a digital services platform for Chinese businesses.
Founder

News

Leading the Conversation: SpaceHK Shines at Space Industry Roundtable

SpaceHK participated in a dynamic roundtable discussion, bringing together leading voices from the commercial space sector. The event highlighted unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation, reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as an emerging hub in the global space industry.

SpaceHK Shares Vision at International Expo
SpaceHK presented our mission and plans for Hong Kong at a renowned industry event, connecting with global partners.
TheSpaceHK visited Orien Space headquarters
Welcoming Global Investors to Hong Kong
SpaceHK hosted a networking session, attracting new investors and fostering exciting space industry collaborations.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Space Leaders

News

SpaceHK

We launch your project

About us

SpaceHK is a private company driving Hong Kong’s commercial space sector. We offer consulting and policy expertise, and connect global investment to space projects, making the most of Hong Kong’s strengths in finance, talent, and international partnerships to secure its leadership in the new space economy.

Black and white photo of a women performing modern dance on a dark background.

Black and white photo of a women performing modern dance on a dark background.

What We Do

Strategic consulting for governments and private space companies.
Policy development to drive commercial space growth in Hong Kong.
Investment attraction by connecting with family offices, venture capital, and specialized funds.

Our mission is to promote and grow commercial space in Hong Kong: spanning satellites, earth observation, space tourism, and orbital transport.

Sector development
- We help build companies and create jobs in the space industry.
- We connect government and private innovation—making expansion possible.

Ecosystem & Engagement
- We organize international events and conferences to attract talent and partners.
- We grow Hong Kong’s space investment scene through strategic partnerships, networking, and expert support.

Founders
Founder
Mahesh Hariela
Mahesh Harilela is an entrepreneur and philanthropist, well-respected within the vibrant business community of Hong Kong. As a member of the renowned Harilela family, he has contributed to the diverse portfolio of the Harilela Group, which spans hospitality, real estate, finance, and more.

Mahesh's insights and actions have had a profound impact on its operations and strategic direction. His work supports the group's ventures into new areas like renewable energy, agriculture, advanced technology, and NewSpace Economy thereby contributing to the Harilela family's legacy of innovation and global engagement.

Mahesh also actively participates in the Harilela Family Council, where he plays a crucial role as Convenor in areas such as preserving the family's heritage, shaping family governance policies, and supporting the development of the family office. Through his involvement, he helps to ensure that the family's values and business ethics are maintained and passed down through generations.

Mahesh Harilela's contributions reflect his deep commitment to both his family's legacy and the broader community, showcasing his influence in fostering sustainable growth and family unity.
Dr. Adam Janikowski
Dr. Janikowski spent over twenty years working for investment banks in the UK, France, Canada and Hong Kong. In addition, he has broad leadership and governance experience in both the private and not for profit sectors. He has provided advisory, restructuring and financial consulting services to clients in a diverse set of industries, including the space economy, energy, and sustainability. He has been appointed as a adjunct professor in the department of mining engineering of Queen’s University at Kingston.
Dr. Janikowski received his doctorate from the Colorado School of Mines where he was one of the first students in their space resources development program. He is a recognized expert in the Funding of the New Space Economy and his research has been published in several space focused academic journals. While completing his Master’s degree, also from the Colorado School of Mines, Dr. Janikowski was a winner of the NASA Big Ideas Challenge and was funded to help develop a laser for power beaming in Space. In addition, Dr. Janikowski has received an MBA with distinction from INSEAD and both a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering and a Classics degree from Queen’s University at Kingston.
Founder
Founder
Iñaki Amate
Iñaki Amate is the former Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and currently the vice Chair. Since 2022, he has been instrumental in fostering trade and relationships between European and Hong Kong organizations. His leadership is further exemplified in his role as the founder of SANDS.vc, a platform dedicated to angel investing and nurturing startups, where he leverages his expertise in Venture Capital and Start-up ecosystems in domains such as advance materials or Space technology. He was also the APAC head of Innovation and Experience at EY.
Iñaki held significant roles within various other chambers and business councils, including President and Chairman of the Spanish and Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong. His previous experiences include leading Fjord, part of Accenture Interactive, in Asia and driving business growth and international expansion for various companies. He is also HKUST MSc in Business Analytics Corporate Advisory Board member.
A recognized thought leader, Iñaki has been a prominent speaker at numerous global forums, contributing insights on international macroeconomics and internationalization, innovation, digital transformation, and business strategy. His commentary is frequently featured in major publications such as Bloomberg, WSJ, and the South China Morning Post.
Educated at prestigious institutions, Iñaki holds an MBA in General Management from Aalto University Executive Education, and a Master of Science in Economics from Hanken School of Economics, where he was part of the first cohort of the Marketing in Cyberspace Masters program.
Ben Yu
Ben YU is a founding member of SpaceHK Ltd., to which he brings a decade of commercial experience between Hong Kong and Beijing. An active business leader, he also serves as Director at HK01, Hong Kong's leading Chinese language media, and on the board of several companies including SINO-i, a digital services platform for Chinese businesses.
Founder

News

Leading the Conversation: SpaceHK Shines at Space Industry Roundtable

SpaceHK participated in a dynamic roundtable discussion, bringing together leading voices from the commercial space sector. The event highlighted unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation, reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as an emerging hub in the global space industry.

Welcoming Global Investors to Hong Kong
SpaceHK hosted a networking session, attracting new investors and fostering exciting space industry collaborations.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Space Leaders
SpaceHK Shares Vision at International Expo
SpaceHK presented our mission and plans for Hong Kong at a renowned industry event, connecting with global partners.
TheSpaceHK visited Orien Space headquarters

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