The brief

Analyst view

• Gen-3 satellites deliver 35cm-resolution imagery with up to 15 images per location daily.
• Public since September 2021 via SPAC merger; raised over $280M for constellation expansion.
• Five Gen-3 satellites operational as of September 2026; expanding for global coverage.

Technical approach

As reported

Gen-3 satellite design

35cm resolution optical imagery

Third-generation satellites provide 35cm panchromatic resolution, optimized for rapid tasking and tactical intelligence.

High revisit rate

Up to 15 images per location daily

Multiple imaging passes throughout the day provide time-diverse coverage for tactical monitoring.

AI-enhanced analytics

Automatic analysis and rapid decision support

Spectra platform automatically analyzes imagery at machine speed for operational teams.