ABB and HEMERIA Partner to Advance Space Monitoring and Situational Awareness!

ABB has announced a strategic collaboration with HEMERIA, a prominent French company specializing in satellite platform solutions, to enhance space situational awareness (SSA) and strengthen global space operations. The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the prestigious International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget, a key event for the global aerospace industry.

The partnership will focus on integrating ABB’s cutting-edge multispectral imaging systems with HEMERIA’s highly maneuverable and reliable satellite platforms. This collaboration aims to improve the tracking, monitoring, and management of objects in Earth’s orbit, helping to create safer and more efficient space operations. As the space environment becomes more congested with satellites, debris, and other objects, the need for advanced monitoring systems is increasingly vital to ensuring the long-term sustainability of space activities.

ABB’s advanced imaging technology is designed to monitor complex orbital environments and provide detailed data on the movement and behavior of objects in space. This technology will enable operators and space organizations to make better-informed decisions and improve the overall management of space traffic. HEMERIA’s satellite platforms are known for their versatility and reliability, making them an ideal match for ABB’s imaging solutions. By combining their strengths, the two companies plan to drive innovations in space monitoring that will have a lasting impact on space safety.

Marc Corriveau, General Manager of ABB’s Measurement & Analytics division in Canada, emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating, “This partnership supports the development of safer space operations and more effective surveillance systems. By combining our strengths, we hope to contribute to global efforts aimed at improving how activity in Earth’s orbit is monitored and managed.” The collaboration will explore new technological paths in low Earth orbit (LEO), an area of increasing interest due to the growing number of satellites and space debris.

Nicolas Multan, CEO of HEMERIA, also shared his enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting the shared vision between the two companies. He said, “We see ABB as a strong collaborator who shares our goals and vision. Together, we plan to explore new technological paths in low Earth orbit that could advance the way space is observed.”

With the rapid increase in satellite launches and the growing concerns about space traffic management, the role of SSA is becoming ever more critical. Monitoring orbital traffic and avoiding collisions is essential to maintaining the integrity of space operations and ensuring that space remains accessible for future missions. The development of advanced monitoring systems, like those being explored by ABB and HEMERIA, will play a pivotal role in achieving this goal.

ABB, a global leader in electrification, automation, and digital solutions, has been at the forefront of technological innovation for over a century. With a presence in over 100 countries and a workforce of approximately 110,000 employees, ABB continues to contribute to industries worldwide by providing solutions that enhance operational efficiency, sustainability, and safety.