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Satellite AIS data services for global maritime vessel tracking, acquired by Spire Global in 2021

ABOUT

exactEarth Ltd, founded in 2009 and headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, is a provider of Satellite Automatic Identification System (S-AIS) data services for global maritime vessel tracking and situational awareness. The company deployed a constellation of satellites, ground stations, and patented decoding algorithms to deliver real-time vessel location data to commercial and government customers across multiple countries. In November 2021, exactEarth was acquired by Spire Global and now operates as a subsidiary under the Spire Maritime brand.

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Founded 2009
HQ Canada
Type Private Company
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Last Verified Jun 10, 2026