Ulrika Unell takes over leadership of Beyond Gravity Launchers in Sweden

Beyond Gravity appoints Ulrika Unell as new Vice President of the Business Unit Launchers in Sweden. She will take over management responsibilities in Linköping in January 2026 and will drive the further development of the business. Beyond Gravity is Sweden's largest industrial space company and the company is the leading supplier of satellite separation systems, such as dispensers and payload adapter systems, for launch vehicles.

As of January 2026, Ulrika Unell will take on the role of Vice President Launchers Sweden. In this role, she will lead the Launchers business in Sweden and oversees operational and strategic initiatives at the Linköping site, with a focus on increasing production volume for the Amazon Leo project to ensure on-time product delivery. She will also direct the expansion of the Payload Adapter Systems portfolio, enhance the business unit's market position, and drive its ongoing business transformation. Stefan Hofmann, Executive Vice President of the Launchers Business a.i., is looking forward to working with Ulrika Unell and says, "Beyond Gravity is a market leader in separation and dispenser systems for major space missions. With Ulrika Unell on board, we are confident that we will further strengthen our market position and customer focus."

Driving change across industries

The Swedish executive has a strong foundation in science and technology, with a career spanning research, education, and sustainable industrial and space development. Ulrika Unell holds a master’s degree in applied physics and electrical engineering from Linköping University and has completed executive training at the Stockholm School of Economics, combining technical expertise with strategic vision. Her previous positions include senior roles at Ericsson AB, where she served as Site Manager in Linköping, as CEO of Lärandegruppen i Sverige, and as Head of Strategy and Business Development at Tekniska Verken in Linköping. Since 2024, she has led the Orbital Launch & Rocket Test Division at the Swedish Space Corporation (SSC), driving innovation and sustainable progress in Sweden’s growing space industry. Ulrika Unell is excited about her new position at Beyond Gravity. She says, “I look forward to stepping into this role in January and working closely with the team. We have a strong foundation and significant opportunities ahead, and I am committed to driving focused, strategic progress that positions us for long-term success.”

Expansion of production capacity

Beyond Gravity has opened a new production hall in Linköping in Summer 2024, significantly expanding its satellite dispenser production capacity. This strategic move is essential to fulfilling a substantial order from Amazon for satellite dispensers, which are crucial for the Leo satellite constellation. The facility is equipped with the latest technology to manufacture satellite dispenser systems in a partially automated series production process. In parallel, Beyond Gravity is implementing changes to its business processes and digital infrastructure to establish a unified digital core that will seamlessly connect its global locations. This will enable more streamlined, efficient production processes and optimized resource allocation.

World leader in satellite separation

Beyond Gravity is the leading provider of satellite separation systems for launch vehicles, with a track record of successfully separating over 1,300 payloads in space. Their satellite separation systems ensure secure connections between launch vehicles and their payloads, facilitating precise delivery into orbit. Beyond Gravity's dispenser systems allow for the precise separation of multiple satellites in a predetermined sequence, ensuring the precise orbit is achieved. Beyond Gravity's dispenser systems have been utilized for missions worldwide, including the Project Leo, Galileo, TerraBella, Canadian Radarsat, and OneWeb Internet satellite constellations. These systems are particularly well-suited for large satellite constellations, where a high volume of spacecraft must be placed into orbit in a short period of time.