PierSight

PierSight is an Indian space technology company focused on developing and deploying a constellation of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites for persistent monitoring of the maritime domain. Founded by former employees of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), the company aims to provide continuous surveillance capabilities to industries reliant on ocean activity. Their core business centers around collecting and delivering actionable intelligence derived from satellite imagery and data.

PierSight’s technology integrates both SAR and Automatic Identification System (AIS) data. SAR technology allows for all-weather, day/night imaging of the Earth’s surface, overcoming the limitations of optical satellites, while AIS provides identification and tracking data for vessels. This integrated approach allows PierSight to offer a comprehensive understanding of maritime activity, including vessel identification, location tracking, and detection of anomalies.

Currently, PierSight is building its satellite constellation, with details on specific missions or customer contracts not publicly available. However, the company’s focus on persistent monitoring positions it to serve a range of sectors including maritime security, fisheries management, environmental monitoring, and supply chain logistics.

PierSight’s unique value proposition lies in its commitment to providing continuous, reliable, and actionable maritime intelligence. By combining SAR and AIS technologies, and leveraging the expertise of its founding team from ISRO, the company is poised to become a key player in the growing market for maritime domain awareness.