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Companies, products, funding, standards, partnerships and the policies that shape the geospatial sector.
Airtel Africa and Starlink have launched a satellite-to-mobile service in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), marking the first commercial deployment of the technology in Africa. This service allows Airtel customers with compatible smartphones to access mobile connectivity, including SMS…
Source: TechTrends Kenya
EarthDaily Analytics has secured a $2.23-million contract with Defence Research and Development Canada to enhance RCMP border monitoring. The company will leverage AI and geospatial technologies with satellite data to build a global constellation for daily surveillance, aiming for further defence…
Source: Yahoo Finance
Synspective, a provider of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite data and analytics solutions, has announced the opening of its new European subsidiary, Synspective Europe GmbH, located in Munich, Germany.
Source: GeoConnexion
South Africa's Aerospace Systems Research Institute (ASRI) aims to launch its first satellite on a locally built rocket by 2030, contingent on securing R3-billion in funding and significantly expanding its team. This ambitious plan includes a suborbital rocket launch by 2028, marking a significant…
Source: TechCentral
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) has launched a competition inviting high school learners to design the country's first official space mascot. This initiative aims to excite young people about South Africa's space sector and encourage STEM careers.
Source: SANSA
The Australian Capital Territory Government's ACTmapi platform is inviting users to test new features and enhancements through its online Mapping Lab. Feedback is requested by August 31st to help refine the interactive geospatial mapping tool.
Source: Spatial Source
Nominations are now open for the AURIN Peter Woodgate Award, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to Australia's geospatial profession. The award honors Dr. Peter Woodgate's legacy of leadership and impact, encouraging nominations from all career stages.
Source: Spatial Source
India's space regulator IN-SPACe has approved the country's first fully commercial earth observation satellite constellation, led by Allied Orbits Private Limited. This 12-satellite constellation, featuring diverse imaging capabilities, aims to boost India's space-based observation and…
Source: The Times of India
India has launched a new Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework for Earth Observation, enabling private companies to develop and operate satellite constellations. This initiative aims to expand India's space-based observation capabilities, foster innovation, and strengthen the domestic space…
Source: Newsage
Spire Global is set to release its latest company update, focusing market attention on satellite-data subscriptions. This disclosure will provide insights into demand signals, constellation utilization, data products, and capital discipline, offering a clearer picture of the company's operational…
Source: Kalkine Media