The European Space Agency’s InCubed (Investing in Industrial Innovation) programme, which is designed to support the development of new commercial earth observation products with funding, has has recently announced their latest round. Companies or consortia applying to ESA for InCubed funding require the support of their national delegation – which Read more…
Event: Joint NCEO-CEOI Conference Date and Time: 24th – 25thJune 2020 Place: ONLINE With just over 2 weeks until the joint NCEO-CEOI ‘virtual’ conference, the agenda and arrangements are being finalised, here is the outline agenda: Day 1: Wednesday 24 June, 2020 Session 1 – NCEO Plenary and Parallel Sessions: Read more…
Earth-i has created SPECTRUM to give asset managers the ability to proactively monitor and manage planning, construction and operations of their sites, more affordably. Designed in partnership with consulting engineers and contractors, SPECTRUM provides remote monitoring without site access or flight permissions, making it the ideal tool for large, remote Read more…
The Harwell Space Cluster has released its 10-year growth strategy with the ambition to reach 200 organisations collectively employing 5,000 people by 2030. Looking at the next ten years, the focus is on four core areas: increased investment in the gateway capabilities of the cluster broadening application of expertise and Read more…
The European Space Agency has called for new mission ideas: the ‘Call’ invites scientists, working in Earth observation to submit ideas for ESA’s 11th Earth Explorer mission. Earth Explorer missions are built in response to the needs of a scientific community who want to understand different aspects of the Earth Read more…
BARSC member CGI UK, that delivers mission-critical space software systems for clients around the world, has teamed up with Serco, Inmarsat, and Lockheed Martin UK, to create a new organisation called, Athena. While continuing to operate as separate companies, Athena aims to develop shared capabilities that will meet the likely Read more…
Commerce Department Releases New Regulations to Support U.S. Leadership in Commercial Satellite Remote Sensing Industry The U.S. Department of Commerce has released new regulations regarding the licensing process for private U.S. satellite remote sensing operations. These new rules will eliminate most restrictions on how licensed remote sensing systems may be Read more…
Version six of the popular BARSC Cuddle networking meetings, was held in line with Government advice and hence, took place online. For ninety minutes on Friday 1st May, members of the British Association of Remote Sensing Companies enjoyed the opportunity to hear from and interact with, presenters from ICEYE, AC Read more…
How can we use Satellite Technologies to improve Agriculture and reduce Environmental Impact? Apply now for the Farming by Satellite Prize 2020 The European GNSS Agency (GSA) is bringing back the Farming by Satellite Prize. and registrations are now open for young innovators to explore the use of satellite technologies in agriculture to Read more…
Shell’s GameChanger programme works with start-ups and businesses on unproven early-stage ideas with the potential to impact the future of energy. The multi-national will provide companies with support, expertise and seed funding, while they maintain the independence to make their own decisions. Transforming Earth Observation Data into Actionable Insights Shell Read more…