ICEYE
Finnish operator of the world's largest synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellation for all-weather, day-and-night Earth observation.
ICEYE is a Finnish New Space company founded in 2014 as a spin-off from Aalto University, operating the world's largest constellation of synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) microsatellites. SAR imaging penetrates clouds, smoke and darkness, enabling reliable Earth observation regardless of weather or time of day. ICEYE pioneered the miniaturization of SAR payloads to satellites weighing under 100 kg, dramatically lowering the cost of high-resolution radar imaging. The company designs, manufactures and operates its own satellites in-house and offers persistent monitoring, very-high-resolution imaging and change-detection services. ICEYE's data products serve insurance, disaster management, maritime domain awareness, defense, intelligence and security customers, supporting applications such as flood mapping, vessel detection and infrastructure monitoring.
The company also sells dedicated satellite missions, allowing governments and commercial customers to acquire and operate their own SAR spacecraft.
Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, ICEYE has grown to over 1,000 employees with operations in Poland, Spain, Germany, the UK, Australia, Japan, the UAE, Greece and the United States. The constellation provides revisit times measured in hours, with imaging resolutions down to sub-meter levels. ICEYE has launched dozens of SAR satellites and continues to expand its constellation to deliver near-real-time global monitoring. In 2026 the company raised over one billion euros in a Series F round led by General Atlantic, with backers including Nokia, the Qatar Investment Authority and TCV, reaching a valuation exceeding 10 billion euros.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
ICEYE SAR Satellite
Sub-100 kg synthetic-aperture radar microsatellite imaging through clouds and darkness.
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WEBSITE
https://www.iceye.comHEADQUARTERS
Finland
Company Facts
Founded
2014
Primary Role
Manufacturer
Company Size
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Primary Region
Europe
Annual Sales
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Funding Stage
Growth / Late-Stage VC
Funding Total
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Japan’s IHI begin to benefit from ICEYE SAR imagery
IHI, a prominent player in Japan's aerospace industry, has successfully integrated two operational ICEYE synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites into its operations, with plans to deploy two additional satellites in the near future. This advancement marks a significant step for IHI, enhancing its capabilities in satellite technology and data acquisition. The deployment of these satellites is expected to bolster IHI's position in the aerospace sector, allowing for improved monitoring and analysis of various environmental and industrial applications. The initiative reflects IHI's commitment to advancing its technological offerings and responding to the growing demand for satellite-based data solutions.
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ICEYE delivers Poland’s radar satellite system in under 12 months
ICEYE has successfully delivered the MikroSAR radar satellite reconnaissance system to the Polish Armed Forces, achieving this milestone in under a year following the contract signing. This swift deployment underscores ICEYE's commitment to enhancing Poland's defense capabilities through advanced satellite technology. The MikroSAR system is designed to provide critical reconnaissance data, enabling improved situational awareness and operational effectiveness for military operations. The delivery marks a significant step in strengthening Poland's defense infrastructure and showcases ICEYE's efficiency in fulfilling defense contracts.
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