ICEYE Expands SAR Satellite Constellation with Four New Launches

ICEYE, a global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite imaging, has successfully launched four new satellites, further strengthening its industry-leading SAR satellite constellation. Among them is ICEYE’s Generation 4 satellite (Gen4), a major advancement in SAR technology that enhances Earth observation, disaster response, and national security applications.

The satellites were integrated via Exolaunch and lifted off on March 15, 2025, aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-13 rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. All four satellites have established communication, and commissioning operations are in progress.

ICEYE’s Gen4 satellite delivers the highest-quality SAR imagery available, marking a significant leap in satellite technology. With double the SAR antenna size and increased radiated power, these satellites can now capture imaging areas ranging from 150 km to 400 km in width, with 30% greater information density. Improved orbit control allows for more precise target imaging, making detection and classification of vessels, vehicles, and aircraft more efficient—especially in defense and intelligence operations.

"With the launch of the Generation 4 satellite, ICEYE continues to lead innovation in the SAR satellite industry," said Rafal Modrzewski, CEO and Co-founder of ICEYE. "As we aim to be the primary provider of critical infrastructure for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) to allied nations, our SAR development serves the growing demand for space-based technology in global defense markets."

Since 2018, ICEYE has launched 48 SAR satellites, with plans to deploy more than 20 additional satellites annually in 2025, 2026, and beyond. This latest launch follows ICEYE’s first deployment of the year in January, continuing the company’s mission to expand its advanced Earth observation capabilities.

SOURCE ICEYE