Space

Earth observation

For several decades now, Earth observation satellites — whether for oceanography, weather forecasting or environmental monitoring — are vitally important for citizens everywhere. The data they provide is delivering deeper insights into the climate mechanisms that govern our planet.

Space-based observation solutions

We have proven expertise in building remote-sensing satellites to monitor the Earth’s environment. Thanks to the data they need to anticipate natural disasters, decision-makers and first responders are able to react quickly to activate emergency plans, warn populations at risk and, as a result, save lives.

Today’s challenges

Monitoring environment and safeguarding our planet

Environmental monitoring

From climatology missions to programs measuring CO2 emissions, to new applications to promote sustainable agriculture and biodiversity, our expertise enables governments and institutions to better anticipate the consequences of global warming in order to preserve our planet.
Weather satellites

Since the launch of the first Meteosat satellite in 1977, our company has been at the forefront of weather satellites in Europe. Meteorologists rely on these solutions to revolutionize weather forecasting, improve accuracy and anticipate high-intensity thunderstorms.
Radar altimeters

We are a world leader in space altimetry, a technique that enables the study of sea surface height, sea ice thickness, and river and lake levels, as well as land, ice-sheet and seabed topography.
Stratospheric airship missions

Stratobus is the perfect complement to satellite systems and the missing link between drones and satellites.

Fields of application

The company masters all the technologies enabling environmental monitoring, oceanography and meteorology including optical, radar and hyperspectral capabilities.