Earth observation
A new look at your world
For a weather-independent data source, high-frequency revisits, very-high-resolution imagery or even all of the above in a single system – we can provide the right Earth observation satellite for every customer.
Our innovative off-the-shelf solutions and highly efficient production processes enable a record-time delivery of highly sophisticated and flight-proven satellites. What’s more – we also have a substantial expertise in ground segment infrastructure, technology and operations as well as data management and imagery exploitation. We are also leading the way in High-Altitude Platform Station, or HAPS, with our Zephyr platform.
No. 1 supplier
almost 40 years
Prime contractor
More than thirty years of successful Earth observation
Since the launch of its first Earth observation satellite in 1986, Airbus Defence and Space has successfully built and delivered 70+ Earth observation satellite systems, accumulating close to 600 years of in-orbit experience.
Today, many of our satellites are in operation well beyond their originally scheduled lifetime.
At the same time, around 30 new satellites as well as numerous payloads for customers around the globe are currently in development in our facilities.
Our global expertise
Climate missions
From short-term weather predictions to long-term global climate monitoring, today, Earth observation satellites are at the forefront of monitoring the planet. At Airbus, we not only build many of these satellites but transform geospatial data into actionable insight to help fight climate change.
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