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Ursa Space Systems

OPERATING 51-200 EMPLOYEES

Operates a GeoAI platform that fuses SAR, optical, and RF satellite data to deliver on-demand geospatial intelligence and analytic reports

ABOUT

Ursa Space Systems is a geospatial intelligence company that operates an AI-powered platform for processing and fusing multi-source satellite data into decision-ready analytic reports. The company aggregates data from over 90 sources including synthetic aperture radar (SAR), electro-optical, and radio frequency satellites, applying proprietary detection, classification, and change-analysis algorithms to deliver actionable insights. Its platform supports natural-language queries and automated satellite tasking, enabling users without remote sensing expertise to access geospatial intelligence. Core service areas include commodity monitoring (oil storage and stockpile measurement), maritime domain awareness, military activity tracking, border monitoring, and disaster response. Customers include U.S. government agencies such as NGA, the U.S. Space Force, and the Defense Innovation Unit, as well as commercial enterprises in energy and commodities trading. The company was selected for the NGA Luno B IDIQ contract valued at up to $200 million and received a corporate investment from Sumitomo Corporation in 2025 to expand into the Japanese market. Headquartered in Ithaca, New York, the company was founded in 2014.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES
Self-service marketplace for SAR and optical satellite imagery with over 59 million scenes
Conversational satellite data analysis platform that turns complex spatial data into actionable insights
Satellite imagery orchestration service across 20+ SAR, EO, and RF data providers
API and dashboard measuring global crude oil inventory in floating roof tanks and underground facilities
Pre-built geospatial analysis reports delivered in minutes
API and dashboard measuring iron ore and coal stockpiles at major import and export terminals
Conversational AI platform that turns satellite and spatial data into decision-ready answers
GeoAI platform with conversational UI for multi-source satellite data fusion, automated tasking, and decision-ready analytic reports
LOCATIONS
Ithaca, New York
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OVERVIEW
Founded 2014
HQ Ithaca, New York
Type Private Company
LEADERSHIP
CEO & Founder
COO & Co-Founder
Tom Edwards
CFO
Eric Cote
VP of Analytic Solutions
Derek Edinger
Co-Founder & Advisor
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Last Verified Jun 1, 2026