
August 5, 2026: Hathor Rockets was selected as a National Finalist at Boeing BUILD 5.0 (Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development), representing the IITM Incubation Cell at the National Finals held at Boeing's Bengaluru office on August 5, 2026.
Hathor's journey to the National Finals began with its selection as a Regional Winner by the IITM Incubation Cell, placing the company among four startups selected from an initial pool of more than 250 applicants.
As part of the regional program, Hathor participated in a three-day bootcamp focused on value proposition design, revenue models, fundraising, and investor pitching. The program culminated in a regional pitch, where Hathor was selected to represent its region at the national level.
At the National Finals, Hathor competed alongside startups from across India, joining the Top 28 startups selected for the national stage of Boeing BUILD 5.
About Us
Hathor Rockets (also referred as “Hathor”) is a Chennai-based spacetech startup building semi-cryogenic and cryogenic rocket engines for small-and medium-lift launch vehicle companies, in-space mobility platforms, and strategic applications. By providing ready-to-integrate propulsion systems, Hathor enables customers to focus on building their vehicles, platforms, and missions without having to develop the entire propulsion stack in-house. Hathor is building toward becoming a specialized engine supplier for the global space industry.

