Spacetech startup GalaxEye to build second satellite with 0.5 m resolution

Spacetech startup GalaxEye said on Thursday it is developing a second satellite amid growing global demand for sharper and faster geospatial insights.

 

The satellite has near 0.5 metre resolution for quality insights needed in defence and other critical sectors. GalaxEye’s first satellite, Mission Drishti, is scheduled for launch later this year. Drishti will have a resolution of 1.25 metres and serves as a milestone in demonstrating the company’s proprietary technology stack, including a proven sensor system and data processing pipeline tested over 500 drone flights and spaceflight missions.

 

GalaxEye’s second satellite will deliver improved spatial resolution and reduce revisit time to under three days, significantly enhancing the responsiveness and utility of its constellation. “Building on the experience from our first satellite — set to launch later this year — and the evolving needs of our defence customers, we’re thrilled to take the next big step in scaling our constellation and deepening our mission impact,” said Suyash Singh, founder and chief executive officer of GalaxEye. 

 

“What excites us most is that this second satellite will be entirely built in-house. As we move forward, we’re committed to greater vertical integration—working closely with resilient partners across the satellite supply chain.”

 

The second satellite offers real-time, all-weather capabilities that will serve sectors like disaster response, urban security, maritime awareness and risk intelligence, said GalaxEye.

 

“As early backers of GalaxEye, it’s incredibly rewarding to see them announce their second satellite. The dual-use potential of their technology — spanning defence, national security, and commercial sectors — is truly exciting,” said Vishesh Rajaram, managing partner at Speciale Invest.

 

With the launch targeted for late 2026 or early 2027, GalaxEye is undergoing mission concept and preliminary design reviews, and is strategically positioning to expand into high-priority international defence markets including the United States, West Asia and Europe.