OCCAM Space and The Exploration Company partner on separation system for Nyx capsule

OCCAM Space and The Exploration Company (TEC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a customized KISS-XL clamp-band, which will serve as the launcher separation system for the Nyx capsule.

The system is a clamp-band solution with a diameter of around 4 meters, designed to ensure reliable and precise separation under demanding mission conditions. OCCAM Space will adapt its KISS-XL product to meet the specific requirements of the Nyx capsule, further extending its application to large-scale space transportation systems.

In late 2025, a KISS-XL clamp-band exceeding 4 meters in diameter successfully flew and released its payload, becoming the largest commercial clamp-band system ever launched. This milestone demonstrated the maturity and reliability of OCCAM Space’s technology in the extra-large segment.

The agreement highlights the scalability of OCCAM Space’s patented solution, reinforcing its position as a key player in the development of extra-large separation systems. It also reflects a broader industry trend, where increasing launcher and payload sizes, along with more complex mission architectures, are driving demand for scalable, high-performance structural interfaces.

“The Nyx capsule represents a new generation of space transportation systems, and we are proud to contribute to this project with our KISS-XL technology,” said Manuel Serrano, CEO of OCCAM Space. “Our approach is based on reducing complexity while maintaining the highest levels of performance and reliability.”

For The Exploration Company, the agreement secures the supply of a critical subsystem for the Nyx capsule, a reusable spacecraft designed to provide in-orbit transportation and cargo return services. The separation system will play a key role in ensuring the safe and reliable deployment of the capsule during its missions.