ICEYE US Direct is Now Live: A New On-Demand SAR Tasking Platform Built by SkyFi for ICEYE US
ICEYE US Direct represents a breakthrough in SAR accessibility. Powered by SkyFi as a dedicated platform for ICEYE US, it gives defense, government, enterprise, and mission-critical users the ability to task ICEYE’s Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites quickly and efficiently. The platform delivers reliable, all-weather, day-or-night visibility for operations that depend on timely, actionable intelligence.
What ICEYE US Direct Provides
ICEYE US Direct enables users to define an area of interest, select imaging parameters, and directly task ICEYE SAR satellites with just a few clicks. The workflow simplifies traditional tasking processes and supports faster decision-making across defense, maritime, disaster response, and infrastructure missions.
The platform supports a wide range of ICEYE SAR imaging modes, including high-resolution spotlight imagery down to 50 cm, medium-resolution stripmap imaging, and large-area scans exceeding 10,000 square kilometers. Because SAR operates through clouds, smoke, and darkness, ICEYE US Direct provides persistent visibility in any environmental condition.
Built by SkyFi to ICEYE US specifications, the interface is designed to be intuitive and mission-ready, giving ICEYE US customers a dedicated environment for ordering and receiving ICEYE SAR products.
Why SAR Imagery Is Essential for Modern Intelligence
Synthetic Aperture Radar is one of the most reliable Earth observation tools available. Unlike optical sensors, SAR transmits radar signals and measures their return, allowing imagery collection when visibility is limited.
SAR makes it possible to:
Capture imagery through clouds, fog, haze, and smoke
Monitor day or night, independent of sunlight
Observe surface changes due to radar sensitivity to ground variation
Detect man-made structures such as vessels, vehicles, and infrastructure even under degraded visibility
Assess flooding and water extent during storms
Maintain situational awareness in low-visibility or contested environments
With consistent, all-weather coverage, SAR is relied upon across defense, maritime, disaster response, and critical infrastructure operations, especially when optical imagery is unavailable.
Leadership Perspective
“ICEYE US provides SAR technology capable of delivering data through all weather conditions. With the launch of ICEYE US Direct on SkyFi, we’re making this data more readily available to users who depend on it. The collaboration combines ICEYE’s satellite capabilities with SkyFi’s user-friendly interface to offer accessible, on-demand geospatial intelligence,” said Luke Fischer, CEO of SkyFi.
“With ICEYE US Direct, powered by SkyFi, we’re putting satellite tasking directly into the hands of customers and providing them with timely, actionable, and customized insights,” said Eric Jensen, CEO of ICEYE US. “This new platform transforms complex SAR data gathering into an intuitive, on-demand experience that is faster, more flexible, and mission-ready.”
Supporting Critical Missions Across Sectors
ICEYE US Direct supports a wide range of applications, including:
National security and defense: Monitor assets and activity with reliable situational awareness.
Maritime domain awareness: Identify vessels, including during nighttime or cloud-covered conditions.
Disaster response: Assess flooding, wildfire impacts, and storm damage during severe weather.
Infrastructure monitoring: Track changes across industrial sites, energy networks, and transportation corridors.
As Fischer noted, ICEYE US Direct ensures organizations can access critical information “when it counts.”
Key Features of ICEYE US Direct
On-demand tasking: Directly task ICEYE SAR satellites for new collections.
All-weather, day/night imaging: Consistent visibility under any environmental conditions.
Intuitive interface: A simplified workflow for fast, efficient tasking and ordering.
Secure and scalable: Built to support government and enterprise operational requirements.
A Milestone in the SkyFi–ICEYE US Partnership
The launch of ICEYE US Direct marks a significant moment in the partnership between the two companies. The platform reflects a shared commitment to making radar-based Earth observation more accessible, intuitive, and mission-ready for users around the world.
FAQs
What is ICEYE US Direct?
ICEYE US Direct is a SAR tasking and imagery ordering platform built by SkyFi for ICEYE US. It provides users with a simplified interface to request ICEYE SAR satellite collections.
Why is SAR imagery valuable?
SAR collects high-resolution imagery in all weather and lighting conditions, including through clouds, smoke, and total darkness.
Who uses ICEYE US Direct?
Defense, national security, maritime authorities, emergency responders, and infrastructure operators.
What resolution does ICEYE SAR provide?
ICEYE offers high-resolution spotlight imagery down to 50 cm and wide-area scans exceeding 10,000 square kilometers.
How fast can users task a satellite?
Users can define an area of interest and submit a tasking request through an intuitive interface with just a few clicks.