Orbital Sidekick

Orbital Sidekick (OSK) builds and operates a constellation of hyperspectral imaging satellites called GHOSt (Global Hyperspectral Observation Satellite). The constellation captures data across more than 500 spectral bands from visible to shortwave infrared wavelengths at 8-meter resolution, enabling chemical fingerprinting and material identification from orbit. The first GHOSt satellites launched in April 2023 aboard SpaceX Transporter missions, with five satellites operational and plans for a constellation of 14 to 20 satellites for weekly global coverage. OSK processes satellite data through its Spectral Intelligence platform, which combines hyperspectral sensor technology with machine learning to deliver monitoring insights through the SIGMA (Spectral Intelligence Global Monitoring Application) product suite. Core applications include oil and gas pipeline monitoring, methane leak detection and speciation, mining compliance, precision agriculture, wildfire risk assessment, and defense situational awareness. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company serves commercial energy operators, mining companies, agricultural enterprises, and government defense and intelligence agencies.