Milestone Success October 29, 2026 /

Pixxel establishes Pixxel Federal for US government business

Pixxel established a dedicated American subsidiary to pursue federal civilian, defence and intelligence opportunities. Allyson Jenkins was appointed its chief executive, bringing experience in national security and geospatial intelligence. The subsidiary appointed Ray Palumbo, Patrick M. Antkowiak and Frank X. Avila to its board. The organisation will build on Pixxel's existing NASA and NRO engagements and expand its US government-facing operations.

Why it matters

A dedicated US subsidiary could make it easier for Pixxel to pursue sensitive government opportunities and develop a sustained presence in the American defence and intelligence market.

The numbers

Prior experience

34 yr

Lieutenant General Ray Palumbo served 34 years in the U.S. Army.

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Board member experience

38 yr

Patrick M. Antkowiak spent more than 38 years leading technology development and strategy across aerospace and defense.

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Coverage

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Pixxel ·Oct 29, 2026
Pixxel Establishes Pixxel Federal to Expand U.S. Government Operations
Pixxel established Pixxel Federal, a US subsidiary focused on delivering Earth observation technologies, satellite mission systems and geospatial intelligence to federal customers. Allyson Jenkins, formerly Pixxel's Vice President of Public Sector, was appointed CEO. The new entity also appointed Lieutenant General Ray Palumbo, Patrick M. Antkowiak and Frank X. Avila to its board.

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