Tag: Maritime
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Tracking the Spread of the Oil Slick off Oman: How Satellites Support Maritime Monitoring and Coastal Impact Assessment
A tanker that has been grounded off the coast of Oman’s Dhofar Governorate since June 2026 drew growing international attention in late July and early August, as satellite imagery showed the surrounding oil slick expanding rapidly. On August 1, the Associated Press reported that satellite imagery acquired through July 31 showed an estimated oil sheen…
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What insights can satellite data provide for shipping routes?
Satellite data provides a wide range of insights that help shipping companies, logistics providers, maritime authorities, insurers, and analysts better understand vessel movements, optimize operations, and manage risks across global shipping networks. By offering visibility into both vessel activity and environmental conditions, Earth observation technologies contribute significantly to modern maritime decision-making. One of the most…
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Can satellite intelligence detect illegal fishing activities?
Yes, satellite intelligence has become one of the most effective tools for detecting, monitoring, and investigating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities. By combining satellite imagery, vessel tracking data, geospatial analytics, and behavioral analysis, organizations can identify suspicious maritime activity across vast ocean regions that would otherwise be difficult to monitor using traditional methods…
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How are vessels tracked using satellite data?
Satellite data has become a critical component of modern maritime monitoring, enabling organizations to track vessel movements across oceans, coastal regions, and inland waterways on a global scale. As international trade, maritime security, fisheries management, and offshore energy operations continue to expand, satellite-based vessel tracking provides valuable situational awareness that supports operational efficiency, safety, and…
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AAC Clyde Space secures €10.9M ESA contract for VDES satellites
How will AAC Clyde Space’s €10.9M ESA contract advance maritime satellite monitoring? The European Space Agency awarded AAC Clyde Space a €10.9 million ($12.6 million) contract to complete development and demonstrate VHF Data Exchange System (VDES) satellites for maritime monitoring. The Glasgow-based smallsat manufacturer will deliver eight CubeSat-class satellites equipped with VDES payloads, designed to…
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Kymeta Flat-Panel Antennas Power Red Cat’s Autonomous Naval Fleet
Kymeta will integrate its flat-panel satellite terminals into Red Cat Holdings’ uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), enabling persistent connectivity for autonomous naval operations across contested maritime domains. The partnership, announced May 14, positions Kymeta’s metamaterial antenna technology as critical infrastructure for the growing autonomous defense market. Red Cat Futures, the defense-focused subsidiary of drone manufacturer Red…