Pioneer of space-based RF detection; geolocates dark vessels by their RF emissions via its own smallsat constellation.
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Subcategory | Signals / EW |
| Form factor | RF SIGINT smallsats; maritime domain awareness; next-gen constellation from 2026. |
| Sensor modality | Space-based RF geolocation (maritime SIGINT) |
| Limitations | Detects only RF-emitting vessels; ~1 km geoloc accuracy; ~3 h revisit |
| Mounting | Airborne |
| Detection mode | Geolocation (TDOA/AoA) |
| Identification | Detect/characterise/geolocate shipborne RF emitters incl. dark vessels |
| Price band | Quote-based |
| Output data | Position, Classification |
| Active/Passive | Passive |
| Integration interfaces | GIS-compatible; integrates AIS/VMS/LRIT and EO via Tip&Cue |
| All-weather / day-night | All-weather, day & night |
| Blind to RF-silent / autonomous | Yes |