Prime Minister Modi praised PixxelSpace’s launch of India’s first private satellite constellation, highlighting India’s growing space sector capabilities.
Launch of satellite constellation by PixxelSpace:
PixxelSpace, an Indian space-tech startup, successfully launched the first three satellites of its “Firefly” constellation on January 14, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
These satellites are the world’s highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral imaging satellites, capable of capturing data in over 150 bands.
This technology allows for detailed analysis of the Earth’s surface, providing valuable insights for various sectors, including agriculture, mining, and environmental monitoring.
Pixxel plans to launch three more Firefly satellites in 2025, completing the first phase of its constellation and enabling near real-time global coverage.
This achievement marks a significant milestone for India’s private space industry and its contribution to global Earth observation capabilities.
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