Hellenic Fire System captures first image less than a month after launch

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OroraTech has announced that its Hellenic Fire System has captured its first thermal image over Greece less than one month after satellite launch, marking a major milestone toward the country’s future national wildfire monitoring capability.

The first image is said to demonstrate the rapid deployment and operational readiness of OroraTech’s thermal sensing technology. The image, preceded by two weeks of imaging calibration, reveals the thermal signature of the Athens metropolitan area, as well as the islands of Andros, Tinos, Skyros, Chios, Kea, and Kythnos, and visible thermal patterns created by swirling currents across the Aegean Sea.

The sensors are designed to provide highly accurate land surface temperature measurements and wildfire detection capabilities while operating from low Earth orbit with low latency and frequent revisit rates.

Martin Langer, CEO of OroraTech, said: ” This milestone shows our ability to rapidly bring sophisticated space assets into service while providing the high-quality thermal data needed for wildfire detection, environmental monitoring, and scientific research.”

The Hellenic Fire System is being developed as part of Greece’s national investment in space-based wildfire resilience. Once fully operational, the constellation will scan the entirety of Greece twice per day, providing continuous thermal monitoring to support wildfire detection, emergency response, and climate research activities. The system will also generate land surface temperature data for scientists and researchers studying environmental change across the Mediterranean region.

The first-light image confirms that the sensors can observe both terrestrial and maritime thermal phenomena, demonstrating the versatility of the system for a wide range of operational and scientific applications.

The project is being carried out under an ESA Contract in the framework of the Greek National Satellite Space Project. The Project: Small-Satellites (Measure ID 16855) is implemented by the Hellenic Ministry of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence with the European Space Agency (ESA) Assistance in the Management and Implementation. The project is part of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan ‘Greece 2.0’, which is funded by the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), core programme of the European Union-NextGenerationEU.

OroraTech recognised for wildfire monitoring platform in North America

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OroraTech named in 2025 innovators list

OroraTech has been named to Darcy Partners’ Top 10 Innovators in Environmental Risk & Resilience list for 2025, with the announcement made on 7 April 2026 in Denver, Colorado.

OroraTech said the recognition reflects its work providing real-time wildfire data to North American utility operators, land managers and wildland firefighters.

The company’s Wildfire Solution (WFS) platform aggregates thermal data from more than 35 satellites.

That network includes OroraTech’s FOREST constellation, which it describes as the first constellation in space dedicated to wildfire monitoring and detection.

The platform is designed to track wildfires as they happen and provide fire propagation predictions as well as burnt area assessments.

Platform details and company response

According to OroraTech, the platform uses satellites targeting the “Afternoon Gap” – the period of peak burn when public satellite coverage is limited.

The company said this is intended to give first responders continuous high-resolution visibility through smoke and haze.

Stephen Murdock, Senior Manager, Utilities Solutions at OroraTech USA, said: “Putting sensors in space is part of our business, but what we are really doing is building a lifeline for the incident commanders and utility operators making high-stakes decisions on the ground.

“Being recognized by Darcy Partners validates our commitment to delivering the operational intelligence that American fire agencies and risk managers need to detect ignitions early, predict fire spread, and ultimately protect our communities and wildlands.”

Murdock added: “Our goal is to support firefighters on the ground.

“This acknowledgment from Darcy Partners signals that our approach to fire resilience is working and bridging the gap between cutting-edge orbital technology and the rugged, tactical needs of the fireline.”

Darcy Partners described its annual selection process as an evaluation of novelty, impact, scalability and alignment with industry needs, alongside activity across the Darcy Connect network.

OroraTech supports new wildfire control centres in Patagonia region

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OroraTech satellite services launched in Rio Negro

Satellite-powered wildfire detection and monitoring services have launched across Argentina’s Rio Negro province, with coverage stated as 20 million hectares in the Patagonia region.

OroraTech announced the deployment alongside GPTech and the Rio Negro provincial government.

The partnership includes two newly constructed wildfire control centres in Bariloche and El Bolsón, built and operated by GPTech.

OroraTech’s Wildfire Solution is set out as the digital core of the centres, providing thermal intelligence and near real time alerts for decision-makers, local firefighters – brigadistas – and emergency planners.

Control centres combine satellite data with ground inputs

The control centres are intended to coordinate response and prevention efforts by combining OroraTech’s proprietary satellite data with ground-based inputs, drone footage and communications infrastructure powered by Starlink.

Axel Roenneke, Chief Commercial Officer at OroraTech, said: “This marks a new chapter for wildfire response in Argentina.

“We are proud to provide the space-based intelligence that will help protect lives, ecosystems, and the economy of the Rio Negro province.

“This partnership showcases how local innovation and global technology can come together to build resilience.”

Gabriel Porta, founder and CEO of GPTech, commented: “We are building multi-orbit connected control centers to connect brigadists on the ground with critical information and communications tools.

“OroraTech’s data is at the core of this system, enabling us to act faster and smarter against wildfires.”

Provincial officials, including the Governor and Minister of Environment, inaugurated the control centres on 14 February.

Rio Negro provincial government endorsement was described as part of a wider strategy to modernise environmental protection and emergency response.

OroraTech appoints Dr Ignacio Zuleta as Chief Technology and Product Officer

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OroraTech appoints new chief technology and product officer

OroraTech has appointed Dr Ignacio Zuleta as chief technology and product officer (CTPO), the company announced on 17 February 2026 in Munich.

In the role, Zuleta will lead the company’s technology strategy and execution as it continues work on persistent thermal activity monitoring.

His remit includes end-to-end technology deployment spanning thermal sensor and product deployment, edge data processing, and real-time connectivity.

Zuleta said: “Earth Observation is finally entering a defining moment. Persistent, purpose-built, thermal-first systems are no longer optional if we want to understand, predict, and manage extreme events like wildfires, resource conflicts, and climate change at a planetary scale.

“OroraTech is uniquely positioned to lead this transition by building dedicated thermal infrastructure for persistent observation and operational focus.

“As CTPO, my vision is to build the most trusted, most capable thermal intelligence platform in the world – one that turns raw measurements into real-time decisions that protect lives, land, and critical infrastructure.”

Experience and technical background

OroraTech said Zuleta has more than a decade of experience designing, deploying, and operating large-scale Earth observation systems.

It said his work has included contributing to distributed satellite constellations and turning raw sensor data into operational intelligence used at a global scale.

Before joining OroraTech, he worked on what the company described as the first large-distributed Earth observation constellations, including the world’s first daily high-resolution land-monitoring mission.

The company said his career has included senior technical and product leadership roles across the Earth observation ecosystem, with experience in instrument design, payload operations, remote sensing science, and commercial data products.

It said he holds a doctorate in physical chemistry from Stanford University.

Technology priorities and company focus

OroraTech CEO Dr Martin Langer said Zuleta will apply his experience across sensors, constellation operations, and product strategy.

Langer said: “Ignacio brings a rare depth that he will apply to our sensors, constellation operations, and product strategy.

“Paired with a clear vision for how thermal intelligence must evolve to meet the realities of risk faced by governments and industries across the globe, his leadership strengthens our ability to scale advanced thermal technology while staying relentlessly focused on impact for our customers.”

OroraTech said it operates a network of dedicated thermal sensors for infrared data accumulation and wildfire monitoring, providing near-real-time intelligence to governments and businesses.

It said Zuleta’s appointment will support further work across its thermal Earth observation capabilities and its aim to act as a reference information layer for activity monitoring.

Thermal livestream could speed wildfire detection from orbit to ground

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Kepler satellites host SAFIRE Gen4 for thermal livestream wildfire data

OroraTech has launched four SAFIRE Gen4 thermal sensor payloads aboard Kepler Communications’ next generation satellites deployed via SpaceX on 12 January 2026 from Munich and Toronto operations.

OroraTech announced that the deployment sets the path to establishing the first thermal livestream of Earth, using Kepler’s optical communications network to deliver persistent, near real time infrared data from orbit to the ground.

The company stated that thermal insights will be computed on orbit and relayed through Kepler’s satellite network, enabling fast wildfire detection and continuous thermal monitoring at a global scale.

Martin Langer, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Technology Officer of OroraTech, said: “OroraTech is leading the way by delivering the first thermal livestream of the Earth, leveraging Kepler’s always-connected satellite network to have the Earth’s thermal signature in real-time at a global scale.”

“Together with industry partners, we are setting a new global standard for real-time intelligence.”

Mina Mitry, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Kepler Communications, said: “OroraTech is defining the global standard for live environmental intelligence.”

“By leveraging our payload hosting capacity, high-throughput optical communications, and edge compute infrastructure, this partnership demonstrates how the industry can break new ground and deliver on the promise of real-time access to data.”

Satellite network and sensor design for wildfire monitoring

OroraTech described SAFIRE Gen4 as a flexible, space qualified thermal imaging system designed for durability and compatibility across a wide range of orbital platforms.

The SAFIRE family of sensors is flight proven on OroraTech and partner satellites currently in orbit, with the company describing it as the most widely deployed commercial thermal imaging solution to date.

Integrated with Kepler’s next generation satellites, the Gen4 sensors are designed to deliver rapid thermal anomaly detection and high resolution infrared data for environmental monitoring and wildfire intelligence.

Each satellite is described as a 300 kilogram class platform equipped with an advanced networking system that routes data across the constellation before downlinking to ground stations.

Thermal data captured in orbit is routed through the satellite network and delivered to Earth within minutes, with the system intended to reduce detection gaps and improve the speed and global reach of wildfire monitoring.

The announcement outlined how the system is intended to provide persistent infrared data from space to support wildfire detection and response activities.

OroraTech and Earth Fire Alliance expand global orbital wildfire intelligence

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OroraTech partners with Earth Fire Alliance

OroraTech has announced a new partnership with Earth Fire Alliance (EFA), combining orbital wildfire intelligence capabilities to expand global access to real-time wildfire data for responders worldwide, in an agreement unveiled on Tuesday 18 November 2025 in San Francisco and Munich.

The companies said the partnership brings together space-based thermal detection and monitoring systems operated by both organisations into a shared intelligence framework.

According to OroraTech, the combined capability is designed to provide actionable wildfire intelligence that supports fast detection, monitoring and mitigation decisions.

The announcement stated that the collaboration aligns with both organisations’ missions to make wildfire data more accessible to frontline users.

Initial services under the partnership are planned to launch as soon as possible, focusing first on non-governmental organisation (NGO) led fire management programmes.

OroraTech, which describes itself as a leader in orbital wildfire intelligence, and EFA, described as a global nonprofit committed to delivering data and insights from all wildfires on Earth, framed the agreement as a way to build on existing space-based monitoring investments.

Extending wildfire tools to NGOs and communities

EFA said a core aim of the partnership is to help NGOs and under resourced communities and geographies access wildfire data and tools from both organisations.

The nonprofit will work to connect local fire management teams with data and tools drawn from the combined systems.

According to the organisations, early deployment efforts will centre on NGO led fire management in Kruger National Park in South Africa.

The same deployment phase will extend to conservation areas across the African continent identified by the organisations.

Brian Collins, Executive Director of EFA, said: “This partnership embodies the next evolution in EFA’s mission, as we aim to not only collect world-class wildfire data but to connect local action to global datasets through robust partnerships,”

Combining FireSat and FOREST wildfire networks

The organisations confirmed that they will explore combined wildfire intelligence offerings that integrate the EFA FireSat satellite constellation with the OroraTech orbital FOREST network.

The development work will draw on OroraTech processing and delivery systems alongside EFA data.

The organisations said the goal is to provide real-time wildfire detection, monitoring and mitigation insights for agencies around the world.

They added that the same tools are intended to support prediction capabilities for fire managers planning integrated fire management activities.

Dr Martin Langer, CEO and CTO of OroraTech, said: “That connection gives worldwide wildfire intelligence a new momentum.

“Our partnership empowers decision-makers at every level with timely, actionable insights that change outcomes in extreme wildfires,”

How shared orbital wildfire intelligence could support practice

The partnership between OroraTech and Earth Fire Alliance is aimed at giving agencies real-time wildfire detection, monitoring and mitigation insights supported by space-based thermal data.

Emergency and disaster response managers could use this combined orbital intelligence to identify fire starts earlier and track fire behaviour during fast-moving incidents.

Fire and rescue chiefs and senior officers may be able to coordinate with NGOs and conservation authorities using a common set of wildfire data products.

Government departments responsible for wildfire policy and funding could reference the integrated datasets when assessing where NGO led fire management programmes are most needed.

Risk assessors and fire engineering consultants working with conservation areas and protected landscapes may draw on FireSat and FOREST based insights when advising on integrated fire management practices.

By focusing initial deployments on Kruger National Park and other African conservation areas, the partnership sets out a use case where data access for under resourced communities is a central objective.

Colombia partners with OroraTech to launch national wildfire detection programme

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The satellite partnership changing how Colombia tackles wildfires

Colombia has become the first country in Latin America to introduce a national wildfire detection programme using satellite technology.

The initiative follows a new partnership between the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD) and OroraTech, supported by local representative GeoSpatial.

According to OroraTech, the pilot programme deploys the company’s Wildfire Solution (WFS) platform, which combines thermal satellite imagery with artificial intelligence to detect and track wildfires in near real time.

The system will deliver continuous monitoring across Colombia to help protect ecosystems, shorten emergency response times and reduce risks to affected communities.

Ana Milena Prada, Deputy Director for Risk Knowledge at UNGRD, said: “With this partnership, Colombia strengthens its risk knowledge capabilities through investment in a modern wildfire detection and monitoring infrastructure that will help protect our population, environment and biodiversity.

“It also enhances the work of institutions by enabling early threat identification and more timely response, even in the most remote areas of the country.”

Training and implementation across Colombia

More than 700 members of the National Disaster Risk Management System have been trained to use the WFS platform.

OroraTech’s Customer Success team led in-person training in Bogotá in May 2025, delivering practical sessions based on real case studies tailored to local wildfire conditions.

UNGRD has also conducted over 15 virtual and in-person sessions nationwide to support regional adoption and improve operational understanding of the platform.

Protecting biodiversity and building capacity

Colombia is the second most biodiverse country in the world, with nearly half its land located in the Amazon rainforest.

The national WFS platform will centralise wildfire intelligence, delivering alerts and data to emergency services, park rangers and government agencies.

Martin Langer, CEO and CTO of OroraTech, said: “We are protecting the Amazon rainforest for the future in ways that weren’t possible before deploying our technology.

“We are supporting and partnering with UNGRD to roll out our capabilities nationwide, marking a milestone in wildfire management for Latin America.”

The WFS platform integrates data from more than 30 public and private satellites.

It delivers low-latency alerts and maps emerging fires to create a real-time common operating picture for emergency coordination.

This enables faster prioritisation of threats, fewer false alarms and improved response planning across affected areas.

Reinforcing national disaster management systems

By introducing this programme, Colombia has strengthened its National Disaster Risk Management System with new tools for prevention and early detection.

The collaboration positions the country as a regional leader in space-based environmental protection and wildfire mitigation.

Relevance for fire and safety professionals

This development holds practical value for wildfire management agencies, emergency response coordinators and disaster risk managers.

The adoption of a satellite-based early detection system introduces a model for integrating real-time thermal data and AI analytics into operational decision-making.

For professionals involved in wildfire control and environmental risk management, Colombia’s programme demonstrates how space technology can be scaled to national-level systems.

It also provides a case study in capacity building, showing how local authorities and emergency responders can be trained to use complex digital tools effectively.

Fire and safety professionals monitoring regional cooperation or seeking to apply similar detection technologies elsewhere may find Colombia’s partnership with OroraTech a relevant example of international technology transfer in disaster risk reduction.

OroraTech and TracPlus unite to improve wildfire situational awareness

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Two-way data integration launched for wildfire response

TracPlus and OroraTech have announced a two-way data integration that combines aircraft tracking, drop event intelligence and satellite-derived fire perimeter data to support faster wildfire response decisions.

According to both companies, the integration links TracPlus’ live aircraft tracking and drop event data with OroraTech’s space-based wildfire perimeter insights in real time.

The companies said the joint capability will allow fire commanders to view aircraft operations and active fire zones simultaneously, creating a shared operational picture for both ground and aerial units.

The integration will also allow TracPlus drop data to feed into OroraTech’s fire spread prediction model, helping firefighters visualise how suppression efforts affect fire behaviour.

TracPlus Chief Executive Officer John O’Hara said: “Wildfires evolve by the minute. By pairing verified drop intelligence and live aircraft movement with OroraTech’s satellite-derived perimeters, incident leaders see two essential facts at once: where the fire is and where suppression has actually occurred, so they can direct the next action with confidence.”

Improved situational awareness for wildfire leaders

Dr. Martin Langer, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Technology Officer at OroraTech, said: “With TracPlus data alongside our wildfire situational awareness platform, responders don’t just see what the fire is doing; they see why.

“Linking confirmed drops and air operations to real-time wildfire intelligence reveals how interventions are shaping fire behaviour and supports faster, more confident decisions.”

The companies said the partnership will streamline the decision-making process during active incidents by giving commanders verified, synchronised information.

The system aims to reduce guesswork, minimise delays and eliminate the need for manual reconciliation during post-event analysis.

Operational access and data protection

According to TracPlus and OroraTech, users will be able to access the shared data through either company’s platform without needing to alter existing workflows.

The integration provides a single source of wildfire information for on-ground and aerial firefighting teams.

Initial rollouts are expected to reach joint customers in regions prioritised by local fire seasons.

Both companies confirmed that all data exchanges will maintain customer consent, ensure secure handling and support compatibility with agency systems.

Relevance for fire and safety professionals

The integration between TracPlus and OroraTech introduces a shared operational data model that may influence how wildfire response agencies coordinate air and ground assets.

For incident commanders, the link between drop event verification and satellite fire perimeter intelligence could improve real-time decision-making and resource allocation.

For emergency management agencies, the interoperability between tracking and predictive systems may reduce data fragmentation across command platforms.

For aviation units supporting wildfire suppression, the ability to view confirmed drops and live aircraft positions within a unified platform could support safer, more efficient mission planning.

Wildfire conference in Athens highlights space technology for global fire resilience

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Global wildfire experts meet in Athens to share new fire resilience strategies

OroraTech hosted its 3rd International Wildfire Conference (IWC) in Athens, Greece, gathering more than 90 experts, emergency responders, scientists and policymakers from six continents.

The company said the 2025 event focused on strategies and technologies for addressing intensifying wildfire threats.

Greece, one of Europe’s most wildfire-prone countries, recorded more than 47,393 hectares burned between January and August 2025, making it the fifth most destructive season in two decades.

OroraTech said Athens was selected as a relevant setting to discuss wildfire management and the future of satellite-based monitoring.

Government leaders highlight space-based wildfire collaboration

Professor Konstantinos Karantzalos, Secretary General for Telecommunications and Post at the Greek Ministry of Digital Governance, opened the conference with remarks on the role of technology in national resilience.

Professor Karantzalos said: “OroraTech brings to Greece not only its dedication and expertise, but also a profound commitment to using innovation for the common good.

“In just one year, their Greek team has built a hub of space technology and wildfire intelligence that reflects the very best of our growing ecosystem.”

Dimitris Bliziotis, Earth Observation Officer at the Hellenic Space Center, commented: “This collaboration is exactly what we need to meet the challenges of climate change: cutting-edge tools, brilliant minds, and a shared mission to protect our people and our planet.”

Satellite systems developed under Greece’s national space programme

According to OroraTech, Greece’s wildfire response capability now includes four thermal satellites developed under the Ministry of Digital Governance.

The project forms part of the Hellenic Fire System and is supported by the Hellenic Space Center.

The company explained that data from the system is shared with the Hellenic Fire Service.

It added that the initiative is part of the Greek National Satellite Space Project implemented under contract with the European Space Agency (ESA).

The programme falls within the National Recovery and Resilience Plan ‘Greece 2.0’, funded through the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF).

Speakers call for coordinated action on wildfire resilience

Speakers from several countries shared perspectives on climate-driven wildfire risks and technology-based response.

Dr Lori Moore-Merrell, former U.S. Fire Administrator, emphasised that climate change is driving new levels of wildfire risk and that preparation is no longer optional.

Mathieu Payette, Director of Aviation Services at SOPFEU in Canada, and Bliziotis of the Hellenic Space Center both outlined how satellite systems enable real-time detection and visualisation of wildfire emergencies.

Fire Chief Eugene Wells of Global Fire Rescue and Fire Colonel Zisoula Ntasiou of the Hellenic Fire Corps described how new operational technologies are supporting firefighters on the ground and helping protect communities.

Axel Roenneke, Chief Commercial Officer at OroraTech, said: “Wildfire resilience cannot be solved in isolation. It requires a joint effort from many players in coordination, from prevention to better simulation and real-time insights.

“It is critical that we work as a community to bring these aspects together. Our conference is an inspiring forum of customers and friends to share the best ideas, vision.

“We now protect over 470 million hectares worldwide – that’s larger than the European Union. By monitoring their land, our customers have saved millions in mitigation costs, and more than 50 million tons of CO2 that would have otherwise been released into the atmosphere by wildfires.”

Relevance for fire and safety professionals

The International Wildfire Conference highlighted practical developments in satellite-based fire monitoring that are likely to influence emergency coordination and operational planning.

Fire and rescue agencies, government departments, and emergency management professionals can apply the insights shared on thermal satellite data and early detection systems to improve situational awareness.

Procurement and planning officers involved in national or regional wildfire response programmes may also find relevance in the Hellenic Fire System’s integration of satellite intelligence with ground operations.

The event demonstrated how partnerships between governments, space agencies, and technology providers are shaping new standards for fire resilience at both national and transnational levels.

How a space-based wildfire system is changing emergency management in Colorado

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Larimer County partners with OroraTech for wildfire detection

The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with OroraTech USA to improve wildfire preparedness and response across Colorado’s fire-prone northern region.

The 2025 pilot programme integrates OroraTech’s Wildfire Solution platform into the county’s Emergency Services Division workflow.

According to OroraTech, the platform provides near-instant wildfire alerts, AI-powered spread modelling and operational insights adapted to the area’s mountainous terrain.

Officials said the integration supports early identification of wildfire outbreaks, more accurate situational assessments and faster decision-making during the critical early hours of an incident.

AI modelling enhances emergency decision-making

Justin Whitesell, Chief of Emergency Services for the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, said: “Larimer County continues to face rising wildfire frequency and severity. OroraTech provides us with a new layer of intelligence to act faster and smarter.

“It helps us to verify ignition points, model fire spread, and make better decisions with our firefighting resources.

“It’s quickly becoming a vital addition to our toolkit.”

Between 1984 and 2021, Larimer County recorded at least 16 major wildfires, including the 208,000-acre Cameron Peak Fire in 2020 and the 87,000-acre High Park Fire in 2012.

More than 15% of the county’s land area has been burned in recent decades.

The county’s geography and growing population density have increased the complexity of wildfire management.

Space-based intelligence aids local response

Thomas Gruebler, CEO of OroraTech USA, said: “Wildfires are the most frequent natural hazard in Larimer County, and our goal is to ensure agencies have the best possible intelligence at their fingertips.

“We are proud to support Chief Whitesell, Sheriff John Feyen, and the LCSO team in safeguarding lives, infrastructure, and ecosystems.”

OroraTech said its Wildfire Solution combines satellite imagery and AI to detect ignition points, track fire movement and predict behaviour under changing conditions.

The company explained that the system continues to deliver data even in difficult terrain and reduced visibility.

Officials said this provides situational awareness within minutes rather than hours.

Technology supports wildfire resilience in Colorado

The Larimer County pilot reflects growing interest in satellite-driven fire intelligence across the American West.

According to OroraTech, early adoption by local authorities can help improve coordination and resource deployment during large-scale wildfire events.

The company added that the partnership demonstrates how satellite monitoring can complement existing detection systems, supporting county-level emergency planning.

Relevance for fire and safety professionals

Satellite-based wildfire detection systems such as OroraTech’s Wildfire Solution could inform emergency and disaster response managers evaluating digital monitoring tools for regional preparedness planning.

The Larimer County pilot may be of interest to fire chiefs, incident commanders and operations officers assessing how near-real-time data can enhance decision-making during the first phase of a wildfire event.

Procurement officers and technology leads within fire and rescue services may also find relevance in how the platform integrates with existing emergency service workflows.

The pilot highlights how satellite imagery and AI-driven spread modelling can be used to support early warning, resource allocation and operational coordination across complex wildfire zones.