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PROJECT SHOWCASES

Reducing the risk of bird strikes using satellite images and Ascend’s Normalised Difference Water index software (NDWI)

British start-up Rezatec has developed a landscape monitoring service based on Earth Observation data

A new forestry monitoring service, which is currently being used by three regional forestry departments in Poland, combines space and terrestrial data with a web-based interface.

With the support of ESA, Belgian SME Ovinto has developed a service that offers satellite-based monitoring of rail cars and intermodal tank containers.

A new satellite-enabled information management system for commercial fishermen, developed the support of ESA, is currently being used by some seventy Irish fishing vessels.

Managing seasonal navigational hazards, such as winter ice, on Romania's section of the Danube river is the goal of an ongoing ARTES IAP Demonstration Project.

With the support of ESA's ARTES Applications programme, 21Net has built a system that seemlessly integrates satcoms to improve the user experience of WiFi on high-speed trains.

The GeoSHM structural health monitoring system, developed with the support of ESA, is now being further deployed in Scotland and China.

The Basilicata Region in southern Italy has announced the allocation of a nearly one million euros to support an ongoing ARTES Applications project, ONE Class! Open network for Education.

An integrated rescue management tool being developed with the support of ESA is improving the speed and accuracy of search and rescue missions in the mountains of the Czech Republic.

With the support of ESA, HydroLogic (NL) is developing an application called the HydroNET Flood and Rain Report generator to map rainfall and flooding quickly and easily. It has been successfully deployed in flood-prone Australia, and other countries are taking interest in the system.

An enterprising Dutch startup is developing a viable business using Sentinel-1 SAR imagery to monitor oil and gas pipelines from space.

Thanks to a new portal video encoder device developed with the support of ESA, high definition video can now be cost-effectively streamed from mobile satellite terminals. This breakthrough facilitates the transmission of broadcast-quality video content from regions with limited terrestrial infrastructure.  

 

With the support of ESA through the ARTES IAP programme, Vista GmbH has developed a successful business supplying precision agriculture services to farmers. At this year's Agritechnica trade fair in Hannover, the Munich-based company was awarded a gold medal for innovation in recognition of its achievements.

A recent ARTES IAP demonstration project shows how satellites give the deployment of RPAS a huge boost. The project leader, an enterprising British SME, is capitalising on this experience to develop a viable business in remote surveying services.

Long-term monitoring using historical Earth Observation data and short-term GNSS positioning is a potent combination for studying the health and well-being of complex structures such as bridges.

Demonstration and pilot implementation of a satellite-based operations control system for managing teams in alpine rescue missions.

How satellite services give landowners an easier and cheaper way of calculating the potential economic value of conserving or restoring environmentally important peatlands.

In an activity supported by ESA, a software package called VECMAP was developed that uses Satellite Navigation and Earth Observation data to populate an online database, allowing researchers to map high-risk areas. 

With the support of ESA, Irish company Treemetrics has developed an innovative system that uses space and ground assets to map forests and monitor tree-harvesting machinery.

Thanks to European telecoms satellites, affordable broadband Internet access via satellite is becoming reality. 

Two recent ARTES-funded feasibility studies looked into ways of understanding and mitigating the risks associated with unstable terrain.

The incorporation of satellite communication services in railway signalling systems is now one step closer.

A robust portable device for monitoring vital signs and providing communications for medics developed with the support of ESA offers a lifeline even in the remotest areas on Earth via satcoms.

ASSIST allows project managers to analyse the positive and negative impacts of their Telemedicine services way before they go live.

European Defence Agency (EDA) and European Space Agency (ESA), have agreed to pursue their cooperation in the domain of Remotely Piloted Aircrafts.

The Dutch company Robin Radar has recently taken the FlySafe technology down a new and unexpected path.

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.

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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.