Intuitive Machines Completes $800 Million Acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems

Reuters
2026.01.13 14:14
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Intuitive Machines has completed its $800 million acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems, enhancing its position as a vertically integrated space technology company. The deal includes $450 million in cash and $350 million in Class A common stock. This acquisition aims to strengthen capabilities in NASA’s Artemis and Lunar Terrain Vehicle programs, as well as future Mars telecommunications missions. Chris Johnson will continue as President of Lanteris Space Systems.

Intuitive Machines has completed its acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems, formerly known as Maxar Space Systems, for $800 million in a deal comprising $450 million in cash and $350 million in Intuitive Machines Class A common stock. The move strengthens Intuitive Machines’ position as a vertically integrated space technology company, enhancing its ability to deliver end-to-end mission solutions for commercial, civil, and national security space initiatives. Chris Johnson will remain as President of Lanteris Space Systems. The company expects the acquisition to bolster its capabilities in servicing NASA’s Artemis and Lunar Terrain Vehicle programs, the Space Development Agency’s layered architecture, and future Mars telecommunications missions. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Intuitive Machines Inc. published the original content used to generate this news brief via GlobeNewswire (Ref. ID: GNW9624764-en) on January 13, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT)