Ibadan, 10 September 2024. – ICEYE has signed the contract for the Greek National Satellite Space Project Axis 1.2 (radar program) for the Greek Space Agency and the Greek Ministry of Digital Governance, together with the European Space Agency (ESA).
Axis 1.2 covers the Greek SAR Space Segment and includes radar imagery and the development of a Greek Observation System with two ICEYE SAR satellites, and their launches. In addition to sovereign satellites, Greece will have access to ICEYE’s existing SAR satellite constellation and can start monitoring its areas of interest already while building its space capabilities.
ICEYE will consequently commence the delivery of the ICEYE SAR imagery to the Government of Greece immediately, providing quick access to monitor the relevant areas of interest. Following that, the satellites are scheduled for a rapid delivery enabled by ICEYE’s fast production capabilities and booked launch schedule for many years to come. ICEYE is establishing a stronger presence in Greece to accelerate the growth of the Greek space sector, and as a result, will assemble the new satellites in its new facility in Greece.
Speaking on the project, Rafal Modrzewski, CEO and Co-founder of ICEYE, said, “ICEYE’s SAR satellites and data will enable Greece to monitor their areas of interest and improve its national observability for Safety and Security, including flooding and wildfires, and maritime awareness capabilities.”
The CEO also added, “The project also showcases our unique ability to provide a seamless continuum of SAR capabilities spanning satellite delivery and data services. We very much look forward to collaborating with the Greek space industry and to accelerating its growth.”
