InSAR Technology Enhances Infrastructure Monitoring in Australia

• •InSAR technology measures ground movement with millimetre accuracy.
• •Applications include mining, transport, and natural hazard response.
• •Leonardo plays a role in Copernicus emergency response initiatives.

Australia is leveraging InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) technology through the Cosmo-SkyMed satellite constellation to monitor critical infrastructure. Maria Xygkaki, APAC Lead for Geospatial at Leonardo, discussed the technology's ability to measure millimetre-level ground and structural movements, offering advantages over traditional aerial surveys and drones. The applications span various sectors, including mining, transport, and natural hazard response. Leonardo is also involved in Copernicus emergency response efforts and rapid disaster mapping. A webinar on this technology is scheduled for October 8, 2026, to provide further insights. No specific cybersecurity threats or vulnerabilities were reported in the articles.