Simera Sense and Space Inventor have formed a strategic partnership to deliver high-performance optical payloads for small satellite missions. This collaboration gives Earth observation operators the ability to capture sharper images using compact, reliable CubeSat platforms.
Under the agreement, Space Inventor will integrate Simera Sense’s advanced CubeSat cameras into its product portfolio. As a result, customers can access cutting-edge imaging technology designed for CubeSat and microsatellite missions.
The partnership combines two strengths: Simera Sense’s high-resolution optical payloads and Space Inventor’s proven satellite platforms with rapid time-to-orbit. Together, they aim to meet the growing demand for Earth observation in the NewSpace sector. This includes tailored performance, quick design iterations, and short lead times.
In addition, Space Inventor’s onboard computing systems and optical gigabit downlink will boost CubeSat mission efficiency. This reduces common limitations in small satellite imaging and improves overall mission value.
Simera Sense’s xScape100 and xScape200 product ranges set a new benchmark in remote sensing. Their large apertures and long focal lengths, built into compact CubeSat designs, deliver exceptional spatial resolution from orbit.
“At Simera Sense, we are expanding into new markets with local support,” says Johann du Toit, CEO of Simera Sense. “Working with Space Inventor extends our reach and enables cost-effective, end-to-end solutions that make high-quality Earth observation data accessible to more customers.”
“We are proud to work with Simera Sense, a leader in optical payloads,” adds Jacob M. Nissen, Chief Sales Officer at Space Inventor. “This partnership strengthens our range and lets us offer turnkey Earth observation platforms with world-class imaging.”
About Simera Sense
Simera Sense is a world leader in the development of optical payloads for nano-, micro-, and small satellites. As part of the Simera Group, Simera Sense does have a shared history with South Africa’s small satellite industry and access to centuries of collective experience in the space industry. The company’s in-house resources and infrastructure allows them to design, build, verify and calibrate world-class optical payloads. Simera Sense is situated in Somerset West, South Africa.
About Space Inventor
Space Inventor ApS, of Aalborg, Denmark, was founded in 2015. Space Inventor has focused on designing, building and testing a variety of avionics products in order to meet the need for professional, industrialized nanosatellites that meet a minimum of a five-year life span. Space Inventor uses a modular approach that allows for components to be interchangeable between micro- and nanosatellites. Space Inventor understands the need for customization when developing individual missions; therefore, they also provide engineering services for custom development and mission design. Space Inventor strives to provide fast solutions with the highest quality and performance to meet each customer’s mission needs.
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