Space For Maritime
European Space Agency
https://business.esa.int/maritime <-- shared technical page
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“ESA is leveraging space technology to advance sustainable, innovative services across the maritime sector
The maritime sector plays a fundamental role in life on Earth, accounting for 90% of global trade, a vital source of food and energy and home to multiple delicate ecosystems. Protecting this important resource is a high priority.
The sector faces many environmental challenges, leading to a push for greener practices and technologies. Geopolitical issues such as illegal migration, border security, and piracy also demand attention. To tackle these challenges, the industry increasingly relies on space-based services for timely and cost-effective solutions…”
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“ESA Space Solutions has been working on projects with a maritime focus since 2010, covering a wide range of topics from maritime safety and security to port operations, bringing benefits for shipping, the marine environment and our oceans. 🌊 To support these projects, ESA established its ‘Maritime Sustainability Task Force’ in 2024. Bringing together experts from across the maritime sector, the Task Force has a joint mission to develop and deliver sustainable projects that use space technology and satellite data to support decarbonisation of the maritime industry, protect marine and coastal ecosystems and help strengthen the maritime economy across Europe and beyond.🛰️🌍 …”
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