Space & Earth Observation News

This week sees the latest high-resolution Earth Observation (EO) satellites launched for Maxar, a potential world first for space with five rocket launches in 24 hours, and finally we look at the latest contracts for the Copernicus Contributing Missions. Latest … Continue reading →

Valuing the Earth Observation Industry

We frequently write about the latest satellite launch, novel instruments, or new approaches to remote sensing in our blog, and we talk about how the Earth Observation (EO) industry is a fast moving one. However, have you ever wondered what … Continue reading →

Earth Observation Satellite Launches for 2025

2025 will, once again, see a myriad of Earth Observation (EO) satellite launches and listed below is a snapshot of some of the anticipated launches, although these will be complimented by many others, particularly from the small satellite rideshare launches. … Continue reading →

Latest Earth Observation Satellite Launches

The last week has been a busy for Earth Observation (EO) satellites, with launches across the world. Listed below is our pick of the latest EO satellites to go into orbit. Chinese Satellite Launches A group of four PIESAT-2 EO … Continue reading →

Going Geospatial in London!

I spent last week in London immersed in all things geospatial, attending both GEO Business and the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) UK & Ireland Forum. GEO Business 2024 was held at the ExCeL London exhibition centre on the 4th and … Continue reading →

Growth of the Earth Observation Sector

Last week the World Economic Forum published a report entitled ‘Amplifying the Global Value of Earth Observation’. The report, produced in conjunction with Deloitte, certainly has eye catching headlines indicating that by 2030 the Earth Observation (EO) industry is projected … Continue reading →

Pixalytics is Twelve Years Old!

Pixalytics is celebrating its twelfth birthday this week! We were born in 2012 and although it was a few more months until we started trading, the journey began twelve years ago this week. According to the latest statistics from the … Continue reading →

Jumping On The Satellite Bandwagon!

This week we’re looking at the latest innovation from SpaceX who are offering a new dedicated satellite rideshare mission for those looking for a mid-inclination orbit. The first launch had a number of Earth Observation (EO) satellites in its payload. … Continue reading →

New Space Superpowers Emerging?

This week we’re focusing on the up and coming space superpowers with a focus on Saudi Arabia’s intention to enter the space sector, and details of India’s latest mission success. Saudi Arabia At the end of last week it was … Continue reading →

UK Space Conference 2023!

This week sees one of the space sector’s premier events take place, with the biennial UK Space Conference at the International Conference Centre in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Space for Our Future The conference takes place between Tuesday and Thursday, and … Continue reading →