Vyoma Secures ESA Contract for Advanced Space Surveillance with Flamingo SSA Sensors

• •Vyoma has been awarded an ESA contract for advanced space surveillance services.
• •The HydRON project aims to create a high-capacity optical satellite network.
• •Real-time processing of data will enhance detection of satellite anomalies.

Vyoma, a Munich-based company, has been awarded a contract by the European Space Agency (ESA) to demonstrate near-zero latency space surveillance services as part of the HydRON Element 3 project. This initiative, led by Kepler Communications, aims to establish the first optical satellite network capable of one terabit per second across low Earth and geostationary orbits. The project will enhance Vyoma's existing capabilities by integrating miniaturised Space Situational Awareness (SSA) sensors on third-party satellites. These sensors will allow for real-time processing of observational data, improving the detection of anomalies such as unexpected satellite maneuvers. The system is designed to provide timely information on space security and safety, significantly reducing observation latency for critical objects. Vyoma plans to launch additional Flamingo satellites and SSA payloads from 2026 to 2029, enhancing sovereign SDA capabilities and ensuring secure satellite operations. The project is co-funded by the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) under various ESA programs.