Osprey

Linebird Launches Osprey NPS, an Unmanned Aerial Platform Enabling Direct Contact Measurements on Live Power Lines

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Tuesday, August 17, 2021

"The launch of the Osprey NPS couldn't come at a better time.

Key Points: 
  • "The launch of the Osprey NPS couldn't come at a better time.
  • Each year power line failures result in millions of dollars of revenue losses, power outages, property damage, wildfires, injuries, and even loss of life.
  • As a result, power lines require periodic assessment, previously only possible using costly and high-liability manned methods.
  • Osprey NPS by Linebird provides a solution by fundamentally changing the way utility companies perform tests on live conductors, allowing for direct contact work to be accomplished using unmanned aerial platforms.

BlackSky and Palantir Collaboration Aids Government Agencies in Predicting Events

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Monday, August 16, 2021

The ability to rapidly deliver worldwide intelligence that can aid in predicting events introduces a significant advantage in time-sensitive operations.

Key Points: 
  • The ability to rapidly deliver worldwide intelligence that can aid in predicting events introduces a significant advantage in time-sensitive operations.
  • Our joint pilot program with Palantir highlights the vital impact of real-time insights, said BlackSky CEO Brian E. OToole.
  • BlackSky demonstrated the ability to automatically deliver insights and intelligence to Palantir customers within minutes of collection, without any human interaction.
  • Our collaboration with BlackSky radically compresses the decision-chain for warfighters, said Shyam Sankar, COO of Palantir Technologies.

BlackSky to Expand Constellation with Three Back-To-Back Missions

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Tuesday, August 10, 2021

BlackSky expects to achieve a 14-smallsat constellation by the end of 2021.

Key Points: 
  • BlackSky expects to achieve a 14-smallsat constellation by the end of 2021.
  • The upcoming missions are part of a multi-launch agreement between BlackSky, Spaceflight Inc. and Rocket Lab announced earlier this year .
  • BlackSky monitors activities and facilities worldwide by harnessing the worlds emerging sensor networks and leveraging its own satellite constellation.
  • Neither Osprey nor BlackSky gives any assurance that either Osprey or BlackSky, or the combined company, will achieve its expectations.

BlackSky to Present at the Canaccord Genuity 41st Annual Growth Conference

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that Brian E. OToole, CEO, and Brian Daum, CFO, will virtually present at the upcoming Canaccord Genuity 41st Annual Growth Conference.

Key Points: 
  • BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that Brian E. OToole, CEO, and Brian Daum, CFO, will virtually present at the upcoming Canaccord Genuity 41st Annual Growth Conference.
  • For more information about the conference or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with management, please contact your Canaccord Genuity representative.
  • BlackSky monitors activities and facilities worldwide by harnessing the worlds emerging sensor networks and leveraging its own satellite constellation.
  • Neither Osprey nor BlackSky gives any assurance that either Osprey or BlackSky, or the combined company, will achieve its expectations.

BlackSky Selects Gtt NetCorp as Authorized Reseller of Geospatial Intelligence

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that Gtt NetCorp, Inc. will join BlackSkys Global Reseller Program.

Key Points: 
  • BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that Gtt NetCorp, Inc. will join BlackSkys Global Reseller Program.
  • As a member of BlackSkys Global Reseller Program, Gtt NetCorp will have access to imagery and analytics from BlackSkys high-resolution satellites, which provide high-revisit, dusk-to-dawn Earth monitoring.
  • Gtt NetCorp customers in Mexico and Central America will now be able to leverage BlackSkys insights for monitoring and situational awareness.
  • For over 25 years, Gtt NetCorp has specialized in transforming images into information into intelligence by innovatively integrating geospatial robotics and imaging analytics.

BlackSky Grows Global Reseller Program with Addition of Ursa Space

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that Ursa Space Systems (Ursa Space) is the latest addition to its network of global resellers.

Key Points: 
  • BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that Ursa Space Systems (Ursa Space) is the latest addition to its network of global resellers.
  • With this new agreement, Ursa Space will sell BlackSkys imagery and analytics to government and commercial customers around the globe.
  • Through this agreement with Ursa Space, BlackSky is able to grow its reach and support customers in key industry verticals.
  • BlackSkys global reseller program is expanding rapidly and on target to include 24 resellers by the end of the year.

BlackSky Adds Seasoned Executive James Tolonen to its Leadership Team

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Monday, July 26, 2021

BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that James (Jim) Tolonen will join its Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that James (Jim) Tolonen will join its Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Tolonen is a seasoned finance and business strategy advisor with significant experience advising high growth, public companies.
  • Mr. Tolonen was also chief operating officer and chief financial officer at IGN Entertainment , a video game and entertainment website.
  • Neither Osprey nor BlackSky gives any assurance that either Osprey or BlackSky, or the combined company, will achieve its expectations.

BlackSky Welcomes New Vice President of International Business Development

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that it has hired Andy Stephenson to oversee the companys global sales team as its Vice President of International Business Development.

Key Points: 
  • BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today announced that it has hired Andy Stephenson to oversee the companys global sales team as its Vice President of International Business Development.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210715005268/en/
    BlackSky Vice President of International Business Development, Andy Stephenson.
  • Im thrilled to lead BlackSkys business development efforts and extend the companys sales team abroad, said Andy Stephenson, vice president of international business development at BlackSky.
  • Mr. Stephenson joins BlackSky after serving as vice president of international sales and customer success at Preligens , a company that develops artificial intelligence solutions for defense and intelligence customers.

BlackSky Expands Global Reseller Network with Bluesky International

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today shared that Bluesky International (Bluesky), the leading aerial survey company in the U.K. and Republic of Ireland, has joined BlackSkys Global Reseller Program.

Key Points: 
  • BlackSky Holdings, Inc. (BlackSky), a leading technology platform providing real-time geospatial intelligence and global monitoring, today shared that Bluesky International (Bluesky), the leading aerial survey company in the U.K. and Republic of Ireland, has joined BlackSkys Global Reseller Program.
  • As a reseller, Bluesky has access to BlackSkys image archive and its subscription-based global monitoring platform, Spectra AI.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210713005986/en/
    Were proud to have Bluesky join our growing network of global resellers and accelerate our go-to-market activities in the U.K., said Brian E. OToole, CEO of BlackSky.
  • Neither Osprey nor BlackSky gives any assurance that either Osprey or BlackSky, or the combined company, will achieve its expectations.

BlackSky to Expand Presence in New Mexico

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Thursday, July 8, 2021

The new office and collaboration space would allow BlackSky to expand its footprint and attract local talent in the Southwest region.

Key Points: 
  • The new office and collaboration space would allow BlackSky to expand its footprint and attract local talent in the Southwest region.
  • New Mexicos space industry knowledge and expertise are considerable influences as BlackSky looks to establish a more permanent presence.
  • NewSpace New Mexico is a shared environment that brings together industry, academia and the U.S. Air Force to foster innovation, collaboration and thought leadership.
  • Neither Osprey nor BlackSky gives any assurance that either Osprey or BlackSky, or the combined company, will achieve its expectations.