Synspective Inc. IPO: A Game-Changer
Synspective Inc. (Ticker: 290A JP), a trailblazer in space technology, specializing in small synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites, is set to debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market today.…
NRO Extends SAR Contracts to Capella, ICEYE, and Umbra, Advancing Commercial Radar Strategy
The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) has awarded new two-year contracts to three leading providers of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite imagery: Capella Space, ICEYE US, and Umbra. An NRO spokesperson…
Umbra Expands Business with Sale of Satellites to Customers
Satellite data provider Umbra has announced a significant expansion of its operations, moving beyond selling imagery from its synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites to now offering the satellites themselves to…
High-Resolution SAR Satellite Inspection for US Infrastructure Monitoring
Introduction A new study has demonstrated how high-resolution synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite data can be utilized to detect ground infrastructure damage from space. This cutting-edge technology offers a proactive…
NRO Ignoring Congress and Space Council on Commercial SAR
Commercial satellite radar providers are prepared to meet the operational needs of U.S. government users, but plans to develop a program of record for these capabilities in fiscal year 2026…
Reflecting on Ukraine, New Space, and the Future of War from Space
In the lead-up to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin amassed a significant military presence along the Ukrainian border, creating a sense of uncertainty and tension. Despite Russia’s…
Two German Military Spy Radar Satellites Fail to Operate in Orbit
In a mission that initially appeared successful, two German military spy satellites launched into orbit last December have failed to become operational. The satellites, part of a new generation of…
China Mocks US with Advanced Satellite Launches, Exposing Gaps in American SAR Capabilities
In a recent display of technological prowess, China has reportedly launched satellites that not only violate International Telecommunication Union (ITU) regulations but also the speed in which this satellite was…
Capella Space Unveils AI-Powered Vessel Classification
Capella Space Corp., a leader in the American space technology sector, has introduced a new AI-driven Vessel Classification capability, enhancing its synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery solutions. This innovative feature…
Umbra & e-geos Partner
e-GEOS and Umbra Sign Reseller Agreement for Global Distribution of SAR Satellite Data e-GEOS and Umbra have entered into a Reseller Agreement granting e-GEOS non-exclusive, worldwide distribution rights for Umbra…