TerraWatch Space Podcast

Join Dr. Marshall Shepherd, a noted meteorologist and professor at the University of Georgia, as he explores the mysteries of weather from space. He shares his journey from childhood fascination to a leading voice in atmospheric sciences. The discussion dives into the gaps in weather observations and modeling, addressing why effective communication is essential. Dr. Shepherd also tackles the differences between weather and climate, the challenges of public perception, and the importance of diversity in the science community. It’s an engaging conversation packed with insights!

In this engaging discussion, John Murtagh, the Head of Strategy for Airbus Intelligence, shares insights from over 30 years in Earth observation. He dives into the game-changing Pléiades Neo mission that offers high-resolution imagery. John also elaborates on the OneAtlas Platform, showcasing its role in integrating diverse data sets. The conversation explores competition in the satellite industry and emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships. Additionally, he highlights challenges and opportunities for commercial adoption of Earth observation technologies.

In this discussion, Jonathan Lacoste, General Partner at SpaceVC and co-founder of a multi-million dollar software company, shares his unique journey from tech entrepreneur to space tech investor. He dives into the current state of the space industry and how software insights can enhance Earth observation technologies. Jonathan also critiques space investment trends, emphasizing the importance of team credibility over technical expertise. He envisions 'outsourcing of space' as a game-changer and calls for increased diversity to fuel innovation in the sector.

Today, I am speaking with David Henri, co-founder and chief product officer of Exotrail.Exotrail is a French NewSpace startup that is focusing on space mobility meaning, enabling small satellites to move in space, optimising their deployment, and increasing their performance.In this episode, David and I talk about what is going on in the French NewSpace ecosystem, the differences between US and European startups, the last-mile delivery market (in space), Exotrail and their strategy and more.-----01:24: Intro02:54: Exotrail: Overview09:18: What's going on in the French NewSpace ecosystem?13:54: The last-mile delivery market21:15: NewSpace: US vs Europe24:45: Exotrail: Founding journey30:27: From a propulsion company to a space mobility company39:40 Exotrail's go-to-market strategy44:05: Launch brokers vs last-mile delivery operators48:08: Worries about the state of the space industry51:01 Wrap-up

Today, I am speaking with Max Gulde, co-founder and CEO of ConstellR, Cassi Welling, COO of ConstellR and Guerric de Crombrugghe, Chief Product Officer of ConstellR and former CEO of ScanWorld.ConstellR is an Earth observation startup, focusing on collecting thermal infrared data from space for agriculture. I find them interesting because, even though infrared data has applications across industries, they decided to focus on building products for the agriculture sector. This is what I call, "verticalization" - a growing trend in EO. What's also interesting is that ConstellR acquired ScanWorld, a couple of weeks ago. ScanWorld is a hyperspectral Earth observation startup, also focusing on the agriculture sector This was an example of another growing trend in EO - "data fusion."In this episode, we discuss ConstellR and their plans, the importance of thermal infrared imagery and of course, their acquisition of ScanWorld.PS. Guerric was on the podcast a few months ago - check out episode #27 to learn more about hyperspectral imagery and ScanWorld!-----01:20: Intros05:00: State of Earth Observation Market09:27: ConstllR: Elevator Pitch11:30: Thermal Infrared Imagery - Overview & Significance21:26: Is ConstllR a spacetech or agritech company?24:25: ConstllR's go-to-market strategy - data vs insights27:16: Recent ISS milestone and satellite plans32:07: Acquisition of ScanWorld (welcoming Guerric de Crombrugghe)46:12: Worries about the state of the EO today47:33- Wrap-up

In this captivating discussion, Prateep Basu, co-founder and CEO of SatSure, shares insights on India's burgeoning Earth observation industry. He highlights the challenges and triumphs of being a space tech entrepreneur in India. The conversation dives into how satellite data is transforming financial inclusion, particularly in rural areas, and discusses innovative SaaS products that merge imagery with other data. Prateep also reveals SatSure's ambitions for launching satellites and expanding their impact across various sectors, targeting untapped markets.

Join Blaine Curcio, founder of Orbital Gateway Consulting with over 12 years in the space sector, and Tianyi Lan, founder of Ubnebula specializing in small satellite manufacturing, as they delve into China's burgeoning Earth Observation market. They discuss the often-ignored private sector's growth, key satellite missions like Ziyuan and Gaofan, and the complexity of accessing EO data. Also on the table are public-private partnerships and the potential for international collaborations, offering insights into the future of this dynamic ecosystem.

Alex Greenberg, Co-founder & COO of Loft Orbital, discusses outsourcing space infrastructure, surprising trends in the space industry, becoming a US and French company, working with customers like EarthDaily, go-to-market strategy, and more in a fascinating conversation.

Emiliano Kargieman, Founder and CEO of Satellogic, shares insights on building an Earth observation company, early challenges, market growth factors, company roadmap, and potential industry challenges. They discuss the importance of vertical integration, expansion plans, and the transformative power of Earth observation technology in addressing global challenges.

Mathieu Bailly, VP of Space at CYSEC, discusses the importance of cybersecurity in the space industry. Topics include cybersecurity solutions, cyber attacks in space, CYSEC's role, differences between space and software cybersecurity, blockchain for space, and best/worst-case scenarios in space cybersecurity.