Tag: Satellite Imagery
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BlackSky Secures Seven-Figure NGA Contract Extension for AI Satellite Monitoring
BlackSky Technology Inc. has secured a seven-figure contract award under the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s (NGA) Luno A Facility Monitoring Delivery Order, extending the company’s work providing artificial intelligence-enabled monitoring services based on satellite imagery and analytics. The funding renewal supports a four-year program focused on monitoring activity patterns and identifying anomalies at key facilities worldwide.…
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NRO Awards First Contracts to Commercial Space Firms Under New Procurement Program
The U.S. National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) has awarded its first three contracts under a new procurement program aimed at expanding access to commercial satellite intelligence capabilities, Deputy Director Maj. Gen. Christopher Povak said on Thursday. Speaking at the National Security Space Association’s Defense and Intelligence Space Conference, Povak said the contracts were issued through the…
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Planet Signs Satellite Data Agreement With Slovenia’s Mapping Authority
Planet Labs has signed an enterprise-scale agreement with the Surveying and Mapping Authority of the Republic of Slovenia (GURS) to provide satellite imagery and services to support public sector activities including agriculture monitoring, urban planning and disaster management. Under the agreement, Slovenian state and municipal authorities will gain access to PlanetScope satellite imagery as well…
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Evaluating Satellite Imagery Providers: What Enterprise Leaders Need to Know
Satellite imagery has moved far beyond the realm of government agencies and specialized scientific groups. Today, it’s a critical asset for enterprises across agriculture, insurance, energy, and logistics. If you need to monitor crop yields in Brazil, assess flood risk in Florida, or track shipping containers in Singapore, views from orbit provide the ground truth…
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CNES, Île-de-France Launch €1 Million AI Challenge for Satellite Data Analysis
The Centre National d’Études Spatiales (CNES) and the Île-de-France region have launched a €1 million ($1.1 million) challenge aimed at accelerating the use of artificial intelligence to analyse satellite data, as part of France’s broader push to strengthen its space and AI capabilities. The initiative, known as the AI for Space Challenge, was first announced…
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Intuitive Machines Completes $800 Million Acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems
Intuitive Machines said it has completed the acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems, formerly known as Maxar Space Systems, in a move aimed at transforming the company into a vertically integrated space prime serving defense, civil and commercial customers. The transaction, first announced in November, was completed under unchanged terms, with a purchase price of $800…
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SkyFi Raises $12.7 Million to Expand Satellite Imagery and Analytics Platform
Austin-based startup SkyFi has raised $12.7 million in a Series A funding round as demand grows for faster access to satellite imagery combined with analytical insights, the company said. SkyFi operates a digital marketplace that aggregates imagery from more than 50 geospatial data providers, offering customers near real-time satellite images alongside tools that allow users…
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How Satellite Imagery Helps Enterprises Stay Ahead of Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory compliance is rarely the most glamorous part of business operations, but for industries like mining, energy, and construction, it is arguably the most critical. One missed report or unnoticed environmental violation can lead to hefty fines, project shutdowns, or reputational damage. Traditionally, monitoring compliance meant sending teams into the field, which is expensive, time-consuming,…
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Satellite Imagery Pricing: What You Need to Know
For project managers in mining, energy, and government, having the right data is not just an advantage, it’s essential for safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. Satellite imagery provides a powerful, objective view of your assets and areas of interest, enabling smarter decisions from the office to the field. But as you look to purchase satellite…
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Highest Resolution Satellite Imagery: What You Should Know
Access to clear, precise geospatial data is completely changing how organizations work. For industries like mining, energy, government, and urban development, the ability to see our planet in amazing detail is a game-changer. Leaders can now make smarter, faster decisions that improve compliance, safety, and operational efficiency. Thanks to incredible advancements in technology, today’s highest…