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The London-based thermal infrared satellite firm – which aims to become the ‘The World’s Thermometer’ – says the launch of HotSat-2 will be followed by HotSat-3 in 2025. It aims to build a nine satellite constellation in total.
The mid Wave Infra-Red (MWIR) thermal imaging satellite will be manufactured by SSTL – in Guildford, Surrey – replicating its production of HOTSAT-1.
SatVu received the first high resolution thermal imagery from HOTSAT-1 back in October 2023, but then it failed in orbit six months after its June 2023 launch.
The company says it is “leveraging insights gained from their inaugural mission to develop informative and analytics ready data products in preparation for the next launch”.
HotSat-2
“With the signing of the HotSat-2 contract, commitment to HotSat-3, huge customer interest, and robust product plan, we’re accelerating our journey to shape the future of climate technology,” said Anthony Baker, CEO and Co-Founder of SatVu.
“Building on HotSat-1’s strong foundation, we’re focused on even greater innovation and impact with our upcoming satellite launches. Our team is now supercharging our efforts to push the boundaries of thermal infrared from space, ensuring SatVu remains a leader in the industry.”
The UK Space Agency (UKSA) also lent its support to the UK company, which it has previously backed financially.
“Congratulations to SatVu, which is demonstrating the power of satellite thermal imagery and attracting significant inward investment and customer interest,” said Craig Brown, Investment Director at the UK Space Agency.
“Having supported the company through our National Space Innovation Programme, we’re looking forward to the launches of these new satellites and to more organisations benefiting from the actionable insights they will provide from space.”
See also: Japan Space Imaging signs for Satellite Vu thermal monitoring satellite data
