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Nano-satellites have transformed the space sector, becoming more accessible thanks to standardisation. These compact satellites, historically weighing 1–10 kg, drive innovation, accelerate technology adoption, and...

Dragonfly Aerospace, a leader in high-performance imaging satellites and payloads, has signed a strategic Compatibility Agreement with CUBECOM, a specialist in high-speed satellite communication systems....

Dragonfly Aerospace has successfully demonstrated a significant new capability: capturing high-precision images of the Moon using the dual DragonEye imagers aboard its EOSSAT-1 satellite. This...

Dragonfly Aerospace and Swedish edge‑computing innovator Unibap Space Solutions have signed a strategic Compatibility Agreement that enables seamless integration between Dragonfly’s electro‑optical imaging payloads — Gecko, Mantis,...

BOTSAT-1, Africa’s newest satellite marks a major milestone in Botswana’s space ambitions. Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), in partnership with Dragonfly Aerospace,...

Dragonfly Aerospace, a leading provider of high-performance electro-optical payloads and satellite solutions, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Australian Earth observation company, LatConnect 60....

Dragonfly Aerospace, a leader in the global space industry, is excited to announce the launch of its latest range of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and ITAR-Free...

Cutting-edge technology continues to serve as a guiding light in the vast expanse of outer space, where humanity’s thirst for new understanding constantly pushes the...

Earth observation technology is constantly evolving, and recent advancements have provided unprecedented insights into our planet’s intricacies, including short-wave infrared (SWIR) technology, a powerful tool...

In our ever-evolving technological landscape, space has become a critical domain for both civilian and military activities, increasing the need for space situational awareness. And,...

Space Situational Awareness (SSA) involves observing, tracking, and analysing spacecraft and debris to determine their positions. Space Domain Awareness (SDA), however, goes beyond this by...

From tracking the Earth’s weather patterns and monitoring natural disasters to providing telecommunications and navigation services, society relies heavily on spacecraft to provide detailed information...

Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology has revolutionised our ability to observe and monitor the Earth’s surface. With its unique capabilities, weather-independent operation, and day-night functionality,...

Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) is a sophisticated remote sensing technology used in satellite and airborne systems to create high-resolution images of the Earth’s surface. SAR...

As one of the world’s commercial leaders in electro-optic imagers and payloads, Dragonfly Aerospace has released two new CubeSat cameras to add to the company’s...

Neuraspace’s groundbreaking Space Traffic Management platform will be used by the world’s first agricultural-focused satellite. Dragonfly Aerospace is proud to announce a strategic partnership with...

Dragonfly Aerospace is delighted to announce the release of the first images captured by its revolutionary satellite, EOS SAT-1. This milestone marks a significant achievement for...

EOS SAT-1, the first imaging satellite to be built by Dragonfly Aerospace, was launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, as part of the Transporter-6 mission. The...

EOS SAT-1, the first imaging satellite to be built by Dragonfly Aerospace, will soon leave the 3000 m2 Dragonfly Aerospace design and manufacturing facility in...

No doubt you have witnessed or even experienced situations where one slight mistake or inattention has cost days, months, or even years of hard work....

As a part of the South African entrepreneurial community, we have always supported and contributed to the development and permanent growth of the local economy,...

Agriculture provides raw materials, fuel, fibers, and food to humanity. However, this crucial role must be carried out in the face of climate change and...

What are Remote Sensing Satellites, and What Are They Used For? From a more general perspective, remote sensing satellites laid the foundation for the science...

Satellites must be precisely positioned in their designated orbit after launch to ensure they function as intended. The orbits closest to Earth, known as Earth...

In today’s times, satellites play a critical role in helping humanity. One of the most common uses of these floating bodies is communication. However, did...

March 2022 — Dragonfly Aerospace, South Africa’s leading manufacturer of high-performance imaging satellites and payloads, has finalised the Caiman Imager Award program. Plan-S Satellite and...

Remote Sensing Satellite Imagery: What Are its Uses? What is the best satellite imagery? Remote sensing is the process of monitoring the physical characteristics of...

Spire’s LEMUR satellite will explore the on-board application of advanced machine learning capabilities VIENNA, VA — (BUSINESS WIRE) — Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) (“the...

January 2022 – Dragonfly Aerospace, South Africa’s leading manufacturer of imaging satellites and payloads, has entered into a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with Elecnor Deimos,...

The new year is nigh. It is a perfect time to summarize all Dragonfly Aerospace achieved in 2021. And to shine a spotlight on our...

Recently, Dragonfly unveiled the new 100 kg µDragonfly Bus for transporting electro-optical satellite cameras. Here, we focus on the electro-optical technology.   We previously wrote...

On November 24, 2021, NASA’s mission to test the Earth’s defense technology against potential asteroid hazards was launched on the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. We...

Dragonfly Aerospace recently introduced two new products to its lineup, marking a major step for the company to become a leader in the field of...

28 October 2021 at IAC in Dubai: Dragonfly Aerospace is pleased to announce that it will deliver the first satellite for the EOS AgriSat constellation....

We are pleased to announce that Dragonfly is now a proud member of the International Astronautical Federation! The announcement was made during IAC 2021, the...

Dragonfly Aerospace, producer of compact high-performance imaging payloads, is pleased to announce that it will start producing satellite buses and complete imaging satellites. Today is...

Space Week is celebrated around the world every year in early October. Over the past 60 years, humanity has made some pivotal advancements in the...

Hurricanes and cyclones, collectively called tropical storms, are becoming more powerful due to climate change. The Atlantic hurricane season in 2020 set new records in...

To be successful in today’s rapidly-changing global business environment, companies must be prepared to deal with a number of risks. Some obstacles are well known...

Stellenbosch, South Africa, 29 June 2021  - Today, Dragonfly’s Mantis hyperspectral imaging payload will hitch a ride to space from SpaceX, as a part of...

Earth observation is a complex and time-consuming process. Its complexity stems not only from the payload reaching orbit by launch vehicles but first in the...

In the modern world, Earth observations are of great importance both to humanity and to the planet itself. At Dragonfly Aerospace, we consider these issues...

Earth observation is an essential instrument for a variety of industries and government organizations. Accurate remote sensing can save time and money for different entities...

Dr. Max Polyakov – the international technology entrepreneur, investor and economist who is revolutionizing the space industry – today announced the completion of his acquisition...

As technology advances, so does our impact on the environment. The consumption of resources continues to rise, often without visible or direct effects; however, the...

South Africa, March 30, 2021 – Dragonfly Aerospace is pleased to announce that it has delivered a customised Gecko electro-optical imager to Loft Orbital to...

The South African satellite Sunsat was launched aboard a Delta II rocket from Vandenberg Air Base on February 23, 1999. The Sunsat mission introduced the...

Dragonfly Aerospace is pleased to announce that it has signed a contract for the development and delivery of high resolution electro-optical imagers for Pixxel’s planned...

Singapore, 8 February 2021 – Singapore Exchange Mainboard-listed Addvalue Technologies Ltd (the “Company”), a leading player in the mobile satellite communications industry, announced that its...

The New Year is just around the corner and it’s the perfect time to reflect on all of the milestones we achieved in 2020. Dragonfly...

Earth observation technologies are an effective tool for collecting agricultural data and tracking environmental changes. They enable monitoring selected zones to accurately detect the destructive...

“International consortium adds hyperspectral imaging and communication payloads to NanoAvionics’ rideshare mission named D-2/AtlaCom-1 Acquired data during the in-orbit demonstration of the technology will be...

EOS Data Analytics has announced the conclusion of an agreement with Dragonfly Aerospace for the delivery of two DragonEye imagers. A satellite equipped with the...

In this exclusive interview with Space in Africa, Bryan Dean, the CEO of Dragonfly Aerospace, discusses the company’s emergence from SAC, rebranding from Southern Space,...

2019 was a tough year for the South African space industry. Two of the leading space companies – Denel Spaceteq and Space Advisory Company (subsidiary...

Ex-SCS employees revitalise the South African space dream Ex-SCS employees find international investors and revitalise the South African space dream with a new company focused...