By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
Airbus
Defence and Space and ST Engineering have signed two Memorandums of
Understanding (MoUs) at the Space Summit held on the sidelines of the Singapore
Airshow 2026, reinforcing their strategic collaboration in advanced satellite
systems and digital solutions.
The
first MoU formalises cooperation between the two companies to explore a joint
partnership focused on the development of a new satellite imaging concept based
on multi-static Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology. Under the proposed
arrangement, ST Engineering would develop companion satellites to operate
alongside the PAZ-2 satellite manufactured by Airbus, while both parties would
jointly explore the commercialisation of the resulting service.
The
multi-static, or “3D SAR,” concept involves one satellite transmitting radar
signals while multiple companion satellites receive the signals from different
angles. By integrating these multiple perspectives, the system is expected to
generate more detailed, accurate and reliable three-dimensional models of the
Earth’s surface, enhancing capabilities for Earth observation and geospatial
analysis.
The
second MoU focuses on the joint development of a Generative Artificial
Intelligence system designed for advanced satellite imagery analysis. By
applying cutting-edge AI techniques to geospatial data, the collaboration aims
to improve object detection, change monitoring and automated reporting,
enabling faster and more precise insights for decision-makers across a range of
applications.
Together,
the two agreements mark a significant step forward in Airbus and ST
Engineering’s efforts to combine satellite engineering expertise with advanced
digital technologies, positioning both companies to address growing global
demand for high-performance Earth observation and data-driven solutions.
