Reducing the risk of bird strikes using satellite images and Ascend’s Normalised Difference Water index software (NDWI)
BROWSE PROJECTS
Based on user needs and industry skills, the evolution of customized solutions and the establishment of innovative services is accomplished through project activities. Focusing on various thematic areas, relevant information on the project activities is provided below.
BIOSCOPE
Status date: 05 July 2016
Agriculture is becoming more and more data driven and farmers are in demand of relevant, fresh information about their crops for location specific treatment. BIOSCOPE sets up a unique service based on satellite imagery when possible and drone imagery as backup when clouds prevent an undisturbed view.
HAMS
Status date: 01 July 2016
Using Satellite applications in conjunction with terrestrial sensors to better monitor and understand heritage assets. The nature of maintaining a large portfolio of heritage assets provides a large opportunity to use remote sensing techniques to deliver a more efficient method for monitoring distributed assets.
ExAM
Status date: 30 September 2026
ExAM uses satellite imagery to derive near-real-time operational intelligence for strategically relevant energy assets, principally refineries and gas facilities.
Proprietary detection algorithms, combined with expert-led asset and process knowledge, interpret observable activity signals to identify changes in operating conditions. This enables ExAM to detect and assess scheduled maintenance, unplanned shutdowns, unit restarts and start-up activity as new imagery becomes available.
DecubiMat
Status date: 07 April 2026
The proposed solution is an electronic sensor bedmat—with sensors derived from space technology for monitoring decubitus ulcers. It supports medical professionals in treatment and prevention by providing action recommendations based on AI-driven analysis of the data. The main benefit is to optimize patient comfort and reduce the negative effects of prolonged periods spent lying in the same position.
CottonConscience
Status date: 29 September 2026
CottonConscience combined Satellite Earth Observation (SatEO), DNA-based fibre verification and supply-chain information to provide farm-level cotton traceability and environmental intelligence. Integrated within ASK MIRANDA®, the service connects this evidence to finished products, supporting more informed sourcing, sustainability, risk and commercial decision-making across fashion supply chains.
SaSCA
Status date: 29 September 2026
SaSCA is developed jointly by Paulinyi&Partners Group, Datelite Ltd. and Envirosense Hungary Ltd. to provide a solution using satellite synthetic aperture radar and earth observation imagery to track the construction of large-scale construction, such as industrial park and logistics park developments. SaSCA aims to improve the effectiveness of construction and asset monitoring. It provides for daily or weekly site monitoring and construction progression BIM model updates, as well as a project level issue flagging dashboard.
OVERVIEW
Status date: 28 September 2026
Project OVERVIEW demonstrates an automated, space-connected perimeter security solution for critical energy infrastructure. Combining autonomous drones, ground robotics, and hybrid satellite connectivity, the platform enables real-time threat investigation and immediate, safe operational responses for site security teams.
ZikaSeal
Status date: 28 September 2026
ZikaSeal's drain barrier blocks Asian tiger mosquitoes from breeding in road drains. This ESA Kick-Start built a satellite-based hotspot model using Sentinel-1/2 Earth Observation data and machine learning to show municipalities exactly which drains are affected by the mosquito.
SKYWAVE - Rapid Emergency Advanced Terminal
Status date: 23 September 2026
SkyWave was a portable, modular communication platform developed by Onetcall S.r.l. that created a secure, autonomous GSM and data network anywhere in the world. Deployable by a single operator within minutes, it integrated satellite communications, 5G, mesh Wi-Fi, and IoT connectivity into one rugged system — serving emergency response, civil protection, defence, and remote industrial operations when terrestrial infrastructure failed.
DARAT
Status date: 23 September 2026
DARAT handled decentralized and unstructured data from various OEMs and enabled efficient use of information from the different data silos. For the AEC industry, DARAT ensured that machine owners could take advantage of their machine fleet, collaborate with multiple companies, and ensure efficient sustainability reporting.
DCP-RR
Status date: 23 September 2026
Digital Climate Passport for Retail Resilience (DCP-RR) is a cybersecure, explainable AI platform that transforms buildings and real estate portfolios into dynamic Digital Climate Passports. By combining GeoAI, climate data and large language models, the platform continuously assesses physical and transition climate risks, operational inefficiencies, resilience gaps and decarbonisation opportunities across physical assets.
MyoCaid
Status date: 23 September 2026
MyoCaid is a novel treatment for advanced heart failure which assists the failing heart, encouraging its recovery, rather than bypassing it. This unique mechanism of action has the potential to alleviate the symptoms and prolong the life of people with this disease.
ADMONS-TI
Status date: 23 September 2026
The project conducted a feasibility study to assess development of an automated monitoring system for transport infrastructure (road, rail, waterways). The proposed solution (PathWatch) combines HD Model of a transport infrastructure, vehicle sensor data, satellite imagery, and other sources to detect risks, changes, and maintenance needs. The PathWatch solution enhances inspections, lowers costs, speed-up maintenance and extends infrastructure lifespan.
SWIFT
Status date: 18 September 2026
SWIFT delivers real-time wildfire intelligence by combining airborne multi-sensor data capture with satellite navigation and communications.
For crisis response agencies, SWIFT delivers sub-20-minute fire perimeter maps, hotspot detection, and fire spread forecasts (1-6 hours ahead) to support operational command. For insurance and reinsurance, SWIFT enables in-situ risk assessment, short-term risk mitigation alerts, and enhanced post-event claims management. For bioenergy, SWIFT provides auditable, geo-referenced imagery to support biomass assessment and supply chain validation.
ZeEMPS
Status date: 18 September 2026
ZeEMPS explores how space-enabled methane observations, combined with maritime, port and environmental context, can support improved methane-emission awareness in port areas. The project focuses on evidence-based screening, interpretation and prioritised follow-up for more informed methane-management decisions.
Project Eclipse
Status date: 17 September 2026
Project Eclipse demonstrated a space-enabled transport coordination platform designed to improve non-emergency patient transport and shared vehicle services within the NHS. The system uses Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) data to optimise vehicle routing, reduce operational costs, and improve access to healthcare services.
Building on a successful live deployment at Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, the project introduced real-time operational intelligence through dynamic route re-optimisation, enhanced driver and clinical interfaces, and operational performance dashboards. These enhancements enable the platform to respond automatically to changing operational conditions, creating a more adaptive and efficient patient transport service.
STELLAGRI
Status date: 16 September 2026
STELLAGRI delivers independent, AI-powered crop intelligence from satellite data.
Corporates gain seamless ERP integration and reliable supply insights — without farmer input.
Small farms access precise analytics for any field size.
From vegetation indexes to crop recognition and alerts, STELLAGRI turns raw imagery into actionable decisions across the entire agricultural value chain.
HYGO Space
Status date: 15 September 2026
HYGO Space measures air temperature, relative humidity and wind on the sprayer itself, and returns field-level spraying conditions, recommended application windows and an automatic record of every operation. Where cellular coverage is absent, a satellite link carries the data, so operations are documented wherever they take place.
JP-VISION
Status date: 15 September 2026
JP-VISION is an advanced inspection solution for photovoltaic plants, integrating drones, AI, and thermal analysis to enhance efficiency and maintenance. It provides real-time reports, detects anomalies, and reduces operational costs. Designed for scalability, JP-VISION ensures precise, automated, and cost-effective monitoring for sustainable energy management.
Symbiose Parametric Forest-Cover
Status date: 14 September 2026
Symbiose Parametric Forest-Cover uses Earth Observation data and AI to assess wildfire risks for forests. The service supports forest-risk monitoring, asset-exposure analysis, post-event damage evidence and parametric insurance trigger design, helping insurers, reinsurers, brokers and forestry stakeholders make faster, more objective decisions.
OCTAVE
Status date: 07 April 2026
OCTAVE is a space-enabled platform that uses Earth Observation, AI, blockchain, and isotopic science to verify organic cotton from farm to fibre. It provides tamper-proof traceability, fraud detection, and compliance for sustainable textile supply chains.
FarmBull
Status date: 29 May 2026
The FarmBull robot is designed for autonomous agricultural work across a wide range of applications. Its modular design can be tailored to specific customer requirements and configured with a variety of attachments for different tasks.
Robust, reliable and high-performing, it embodies engineering excellence and German quality.