Satellite Vu secure deal with Japanese Space Imaging firm

A Surrey aerospace firm has secured a multi-million pound purchase option with Japan Space Imaging Corporation (JSI).

Satellite Vu, who are based at the Surrey Research Park, are to enhance JSI's global imaging capability through their Early Access Option Programme (EAOP).

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The EAOP provides high res' thermal imagery, products, and services such as satellite capacity.

The data will be generated by a network of satellites scheduled for launch in 2023. The satellites have the ability to monitor the temperature of any building on the planet in near real-time.

Anthony Baker, Founder and CEO of Satellite Vu, said: “We are excited to be working with JSI to provide our high-resolution data to expand and enhance their imaging portfolio and boost their national security efforts.

"The benefits of satellite technology and data from space are being felt across the globe, and the launch of our first thermal infrared monitoring satellites next year is the first step in our journey to providing high-quality, consistent data which can have a huge impact for governments and businesses.”

Koji Ueda, CEO and President of JSI said of the deal: “We are thrilled with this partnership with Satellite Vu. Our customers are already expressing their interest in the unique capabilities Satellite Vu brings into the market."

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