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SatVu’s space-based thermal intelligence reveals status of Texan LNG terminal
Golden Pass LNG terminal in Texas
SatVu’s space-based thermal intelligence reveals status of Texan LNG terminal
By using HotSat-2’s MWIR sensor, SatVu has captured thermal data over the Golden Pass LNG terminal in Texas, with AllSource Analysis attributing thermal activity to the individual units and equipment within.
Space

14 Aug 2026

BMT joins Seabed 2030 to accelerate digital ocean mapping
Deep Blue Project USV
BMT joins Seabed 2030 to accelerate digital ocean mapping
BMT has brought its advanced autonomous maritime data collection and decision-support capabilities to the Seabed 2030 initiative, to accelerate mapping of the ocean floor and gain a greater understanding of the risks associated with the marine environment.
Security

14 Aug 2026

NP Aerospace partners with United Shield on EOD protection systems
James Kempston and Brian Banducci
NP Aerospace partners with United Shield on EOD protection systems
Building on their inherent synergies, the two companies aim to extend delivery and support of the 4030 ELITE Bomb Suit and Helmet System as a proven Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) protection solution for security and defence forces.
Defence

14 Aug 2026

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