Nokia and Iceye announced a partnership to develop secure satellite communications systems for governments and defence contractors, with launches expected in 2028. The systems will provide sovereign broadband capabilities for military, border security, emergency services, and disaster response missions, positioning European technology against competitors like Starlink.
ICEYE, a 14-year-old Finnish SAR satellite manufacturer, has launched an open data initiative providing publicly accessible satellite imagery and videos captured from 2023 to present. The company operates a constellation of satellites capable of high-resolution imaging through clouds and adverse weather, with CEO Rafal Modrzewski recently meeting with leaders including Ukraine's Zelenskyy and India's Modi.