Zenno Astronautics

Zenno Astronautics is a space technology company based in Auckland, New Zealand. The firm focuses on the application of high-temperature superconductivity to satellite hardware. Its primary objective is to replace traditional chemical propellants and mechanical systems with electromagnetic solutions for spacecraft attitude control and proximity operations. The company’s core technology, Z01, utilizes superconducting electromagnets to interact with the Earth’s magnetic field. This system is designed to provide fuel-less pointing and stabilization for small satellites, aiming to reduce launch mass and extend mission lifetimes. The hardware is intended for integration into standard satellite buses across various orbital altitudes. Beyond attitude control, the organization is researching wider applications for its superconducting magnets, including radiation shielding and magnetic docking systems. Zenno Astronautics collaborates with international launch providers and satellite manufacturers to validate its hardware in low Earth orbit. The company contributes to the growing aerospace ecosystem in the Asia-Pacific region.