ICEYE Expands SAR Satellite Fleet with Next-Gen Technology, Boosting Global Surveillance

ICEYE, a global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, has successfully launched four new satellites, further enhancing its Earth observation and surveillance capabilities. Among these, the Generation 4 (“Gen4”) satellite stands out as a groundbreaking advancement, reinforcing ICEYE’s role in global defence, intelligence, and security operations.

The satellites were deployed aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-13 rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. After a smooth launch and deployment, all four satellites have established communication and are undergoing routine commissioning. This marks another milestone in ICEYE’s journey to revolutionize space-based monitoring and intelligence gathering.

A key feature of the Gen4 satellite is its advanced SAR imaging capabilities, offering the highest resolution and data quality available in the industry. With double the SAR antenna size and increased radiated power, it significantly expands imaging coverage, capturing areas between 150 km and 400 km wide with 30% more information density. This enables more precise target detection, classification, and analysis, making it invaluable for defence and intelligence operations.

One of the most critical upgrades in the new technology is its improved orbit control, allowing for more precise imaging of specific locations. Additionally, its increased imaging capacity ensures more effective monitoring of high-priority zones, making it easier to track vessels, vehicles, and aircraft in real time. This is particularly crucial for national security applications where situational awareness and rapid decision-making are paramount.

Rafal Modrzewski, CEO and Co-founder of ICEYE, emphasized the company’s commitment to innovation, stating, “With the launch of the Generation 4 satellite, ICEYE continues to lead in SAR satellite technology. Our mission is to provide critical space-based infrastructure for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, meeting the growing demand in global defence markets.”

Since its first satellite launch in 2018, ICEYE has successfully deployed 48 SAR satellites, with plans to expand its constellation by launching more than 20 satellites annually in the coming years. This latest launch represents a significant step toward strengthening global surveillance, disaster response, and security monitoring, ensuring that ICEYE remains at the forefront of the space-based intelligence revolution.