Viking Acquisition Corp. I, a special purpose acquisition company listed on the New York Stock Exchange, has announced that its business combination with NorthStar Earth & Space Inc. is expected to close on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The transaction remains subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Effective Thursday, October 1, 2026, the combined company will operate as NorthStar Earth & Space Enterprises, Inc., marking a new chapter for the space safety technology provider.
Listing Transition and Trading Symbols
In connection with the closing of the business combination, Viking will transfer its listing from the New York Stock Exchange to NYSE American. Beginning on Thursday, October 1, 2026, the common shares of the combined company are expected to trade on NYSE American under the ticker symbol NSTR. Public warrants are expected to trade on the same exchange under the symbol NSTR.WS.
About Viking Acquisition Corp. I
Viking Acquisition Corp. I is a blank check company formed to pursue a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company is sponsored by KingsRock Advisors, LLC, an independent global advisory firm that advises on corporate finance matters and private capital markets transactions. Securities are offered through KingsRock Securities, LLC, a FINRA member firm and SIPC member.
About NorthStar Earth & Space
NorthStar Earth & Space Inc. provides precise information services that identify and anticipate the position of objects in space to improve spaceflight safety. The company states that it is the first commercial service to deliver space-based space situational awareness and space domain awareness capabilities on an international scale. Its data supports safer navigation for satellites and other space assets operating in increasingly crowded orbits.
Operational Footprint and Market Position
NorthStar operates with headquarters in Montreal, Canada, a European headquarters in Luxembourg, and a dedicated U.S. operation in New York. This international footprint supports the company's ability to deliver space situational awareness and space domain awareness services across multiple regions and regulatory environments. NorthStar is focused on addressing the growing threat of space collisions as orbital traffic increases and as governments and companies launch more satellites.
Industry Context and Strategic Rationale
The business combination is expected to provide NorthStar with a public market platform to support continued growth in the space safety sector. Commercial and government operators increasingly require accurate information about objects in orbit to reduce collision risks and protect critical space infrastructure. The transaction reflects broader demand for space domain awareness services and the systems that support long-term orbital sustainability.
What to Expect After Closing
After closing, the combined entity will do business as NorthStar Earth & Space Enterprises, Inc., and trading is scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Its common shares and public warrants will trade on NYSE American under the symbols NSTR and NSTR.WS, respectively. The new listing is intended to give investors exposure to a company focused on spaceflight safety and orbital awareness.
The completion of this business combination marks a notable milestone for both Viking and NorthStar. NorthStar Earth & Space Enterprises, Inc. will begin its next phase with a new listing on NYSE American and a mandate to expand space situational awareness services. The company's progress will be closely watched as it works to contribute to safer and more sustainable space operations for the benefit of the broader space community.