​India’s First Private Satellite Constellation Launched

On 14th January 2025, India’s Google-backed space tech startup Pixxel achieved a major milestone by launching three of its six hyperspectral imaging satellites aboard a SpaceX rocket, marking a breakthrough for the country’s private space sector.

Key Points

  • Advanced Hyperspectral Imaging: The satellites capture detailed data across hundreds of light bands, benefiting agriculture, mining, environmental monitoring, and defence.
  • Strategic Industry Applications: The technology will help improve crop yields, track resources, and monitor oil spills with greater precision.
  • Future Expansion Plans: Pixxel plans to deploy three more satellites in Q2 2025, followed by 18 additional spacecraft.
  • Growing Market Opportunity: The satellite imagery market is ....

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