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Hydrosat Unveils Osiris Constellation Ahead of 2027 Launch

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Briefings

Hydrosat unveiled the Osiris constellation ahead of a 2027 launch, replacing its current VanZyl series with a new thermal infrared EO system. The Osiris satellites feature five integrated sensors: one 25-m resolution long-wave imager and four 10-m resolution visible near-infrared sensors. While VanZyl satellites currently provide 30-m visible and 70-m thermal resolution, Osiris aims to deliver higher resolution for both bands. The company plans to launch two upgraded satellites next year, offering a 'two for one' capability to capture both high-resolution imagery and thermal data simultaneously. Hydrosat has existing contracts with NASA and NRO, and is also selling payloads to private customers, with a new MoU signed with Kazakhstan. CEO Pieter Fossel noted the shift toward a more commercial revenue mix, though growth remains consistent.

Key points

• Osiris satellites feature five integrated sensors: one 25-m resolution long-wave imager and four 10-m resolution visible near-infrared sensors.
• Hydrosat signed a MoU with Kazakhstan to integrate its payload and AI analytics into a government spacecraft.

Context and limitations

Coverage is limited to Hydrosat's public statements regarding the Osiris constellation launch and its current commercial strategy. Specific launch dates beyond the 2027 target are not confirmed, and the exact operational timeline for the new constellation remains uncertain.

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