We visit the offices of Akula Tech in Melbourne and speak with CEO and Founder, Preetham Akula.
Akula Tech is an Australian aerospace innovator transforming satellite technology. With a background in aerospace engineering, Preetham identified inefficiencies in traditional satellite systems and launched Akula Tech in 2022 to address them. His vision centers on AI-powered, software-defined smart satellites capable of on-board data processing, enabling real-time insights for critical applications. Preetham aims to make satellite data directly accessible to the public via smartphones, revolutionising how satellite technology is utilised globally. His leadership has been recognised with national awards and industry acclaim for advancing sovereign innovation.
Akula Tech
Founded in 2022, Akula Tech is an Australian sovereign industry leader in AI-powered space and defence technology. The company is revolutionising satellite systems through AI-powered, software-defined smart satellites that process data directly in orbit, delivering real-time insights for disaster response, security, and environmental monitoring. Its innovations include reconfigurable satellites and autonomous swarming capabilities, enhancing adaptability and mission efficiency. Akula Tech has drastically reduced satellite production timelines from years to months—bringing faster, more responsive solutions to complex global challenges. The company’s vision is to become a billion-dollar enterprise within five to eight years, shaping the future of sovereign space capability.
