Space startup Astroscale to mass-produce cleanup satellites

Singapore-based venture snags $25m from backers including ANA Holdings

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Astroscale CEO Nobu Okada, second from left, announced the startup's successful funding at a Tokyo event Friday.

TOKYO -- Astroscale, an aerospace venture, will mass-produce satellites designed to clear debris from the skies, using a $25 million injection from companies including All Nippon Airways parent ANA Holdings and cutting tool maker OSG.

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