7 companies · 8 sourced backers · 47 milestones on record
Earth observation uses satellite imagery and sensing to track changes and conditions on Earth. Companies are working to turn repeated observations into dependable information services for monitoring locations, understanding climate and weather, and supporting everyday decisions, including when clouds or darkness limit optical images.
Where the 7 companies stand today, from their profiles and 10-year milestones. Tap a phase to see who is there.
- ▸Turning raw observations into useful, dependable information
- ▸Maintaining frequent, repeatable observations
- ▸Cloud cover and darkness limiting optical imagery
- ▸Moving beyond demonstration spacecraft to dependable services
Publicly listed: 3 companies (owned by public shareholders).
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- Albedo
To make very-high-resolution Earth observation available through satellites flying closer to Earth.
Trials
- BlackSky Technology
To turn repeated satellite observations into timely intelligence about changes on Earth.
Everyone · publicly listed
- Capella Space
To make satellite radar imaging a dependable way to observe Earth regardless of cloud cover or darkness.
Some users
- Muon Space
To make satellite-based climate and Earth observations useful as recurring data services.
Some users
- Planet Labs
To make frequent observation of Earth useful for monitoring change.
Some users · publicly listed
- Spire Global
To turn satellite observations into useful weather and tracking information.
Some users · publicly listed
- Vantor
To turn detailed satellite imagery into usable knowledge about conditions on Earth.
Some users
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