Hydrosat

2025 Awaits: Driving Change, Empowering Farmers, and Growing Together! ?? At Hydrosat, we’re on a mission: to democratize geospatial data and empower farmers worldwide. Thanks to your support, 2024 was an incredible year of progress and we’re just getting started. ?? ?? Don’t miss our first video of 2025 featuring Pieter Fossel, our CEO, and Royce Dalby, our President, as they share our vision and mission for the year ahead! 2024 Highlights: A Year of Transformation ? VanZyl-1 took off: Our first satellite began delivering cutting-edge thermal infrared data. ? IrriWatch 2.0 launched: This next-generation tool turns complex data into actionable insights, making life-changing decisions possible for farmers. ? Global growth surged: We expanded to 43 countries, making significant strides in Latin America and India. 2025: Building on Momentum As we move forward, our commitment is clear: ?? Enhancing IrriWatch to improve water efficiency and deliver 10% higher yields year after year. ?? Advancing sustainable agriculture with innovative tools to meet global challenges. Join the movement! ?? By partnering with Hydrosat, you can be at the forefront of sustainable water management solutions. Discover how our cutting-edge satellite data can deliver transformative results in your region, explore our solutions, and gain exclusive insights to unlock new opportunities for your organization. ?? Get in touch and learn more: www.hydrosat.com

At Hydrosat, we know that big challenges require fresh ideas, and the next generation of innovators will play a key role in tackling them. That’s why we’re proud to support Heeren XVII, the study association for Agrotechnology and Biosystems Engineering at Wageningen University & Research. Connecting with students who are passionate about agriculture, sustainability, and space technology is what drives us forward. This collaboration is about sharing knowledge, inspiring future leaders, and bridging the gap between research and real-world solutions. Because the work we do today is about shaping a more sustainable tomorrow. To all students at Heeren XVII, we can’t wait to exchange ideas, answer your questions, and see where your curiosity takes you! What excites you most about the future of sustainable agriculture? ??

Let’s say hi to Brett Blom, Ryan Hackney, and Alison M., who are in Washington, D.C. this week for the Esri Federal GIS Conference! They’re connecting with experts, exploring the latest in GIS, and bringing back insights for the team. From climate resilience to resource management, GIS plays a key role in transforming data into action. Over the past few days, we’ve had great conversations about how thermal satellite imagery can help tackle challenges in water management, national security, and environmental monitoring. It’s been an insightful event, and there’s still time to connect! If you’re here for the final day, come say hi before we wrap up. ??

Some moments make you stop and realize just how far you’ve come. Last week in San Francisco, part of our team got to see VanZyl-2 in its final steps before launch. Standing in front of it, knowing it will soon be in orbit, was a surreal and exciting moment for all of us at Hydrosat. Beyond the satellite, this trip was about people. We spent time with our amazing partners at Muon Space visiting their offices, test facilities, and production sites. Their progress and installations are truly impressive, and we’re proud to be working alongside them. Oh, and if you’re wondering about the name ??Muon Space??, let’s just say their founder has a deep passion for particle physics. Ask him about it sometime, he has two great stories (one of them is even space-related ??). Launch is getting closer… ??? ?? Max Brand, Jonny Dyer, Nickolas Kirby, Pieter Fossel, Royce Dalby, Rebecca McGinley, Scott Soenen, Wim Bastiaanssen, Albert Abello, Demir Devecigil, Idris Habbassi, Brett Blom.

Hydrosat is growing (again) ?? We’re excited to welcome Max Marie as our newest Software Engineer ! Max will be working on both backend and frontend development, helping build scalable applications that turn raw satellite data into actionable insights for farmers, policymakers, and researchers. His work will directly contribute to optimizing water use, improving crop management, and making agriculture more sustainable. ?? Welcome aboard, Max! We’re thrilled to have you on the team. And if you want to be part of this journey, good news, we’re still hiring! Check out our open roles ↓ ?? https://lnkd.in/dkzZmq5v

We’re excited to welcome Carlos Camacho as our new Software Engineer at Hydrosat! Carlos is passionate about using technology to solve real-world challenges, which makes him a perfect fit for our team. With a strong background in frontend and backend development, he’ll be working on customer-facing web services and applications, helping us deliver innovative solutions that support sustainable agriculture and global food security. ?? Before joining Hydrosat, Carlos worked at Agility Robotics, where he developed real-time visualization systems for humanoid robots. Now, he’s bringing his expertise to space-based technology, and we can’t wait to see his impact! If you love the outdoors, great food, or both—Carlos might just be your new favorite teammate ???↓ When he’s not coding (believe it or not, developers have hobbies too ??), Carlos is out chasing adventure. You’ll find him kayaking through the waves, snorkelling in crystal-clear waters, or kicking a soccer ball around just for fun. And when the day is done? He trades in the thrill for a home-cooked meal, bringing just as much passion to the kitchen as he does to his code. Welcome to the team, Carlos! We’re proud to have you! Want to be part of an innovative team? Explore our open roles here: https://lnkd.in/dkzZmq5v

Hydrosat’s Product for Smarter Irrigation: IrriWatch ?? Irrigation is a key challenge for modern agriculture. With IrriWatch, Hydrosat offers an innovative platform that uses thermal imagery from space to optimize water management and boost crop productivity. This advanced solution provides farmers with precise data to make smarter irrigation decisions and support sustainable farming ?? ??? In this video, Royce Dalby, President of Hydrosat, explains how IrriWatch is transforming the way we manage irrigation. Discover IrriWatch: ?? Highly accurate daily data : with 10-meter resolution, IrriWatch provides field-scale insights into soil moisture, root zone hydration, and crop evapotranspiration, enabling informed irrigation decisions. ?? 7-day irrigation planning : get tailored recommendations on when and how much to irrigate, ensuring maximum efficiency for every drop of water. ?? Sustainable farming : by optimizing water use, IrriWatch helps increase yields while preserving natural resources for future generations. At Hydrosat, we’re committed to supporting farmers with practical tools powered by advanced technology to meet the demands of sustainable agriculture ?? ?? Curious to see what our IrriWatch platform can do for your business? Speak with one of our experts: https://lnkd.in/erN_bc8C

?? Discover the Story Behind the VanZyl-1 Mission Patch! The VanZyl-1 Mission Patch encapsulates our bold vision: bringing to light what lies "Beyond the Visible" through cutting-edge thermal and multispectral imagery. Each design element reflects a unique aspect of our mission. Let’s dive into the details: ??? Satellite and Sky The satellite represents the VanZyl-1 mission, our satellite currently operating from space to monitor Earth and support global agriculture and sustainability. ?? Dual Light Beams The two light beams symbolize our dual payloads: VIRI (Visible Near-Infrared) and LIRI (Thermal Infrared). Together, they capture a full picture of Earth’s surface for better insights. ??? Thermometer The thermometer highlights Hydrosat’s focus on thermal data, enabling the tracking of heat and water usage, both critical for agriculture and climate management. ?? Extended Rainbow The rainbow represents the broad spectrum of light bands Hydrosat analyzes, from visible RGB to infrared. This highlights our ability to uncover and interpret information invisible to the naked eye. ?? Farmlands The farmlands illustrate our commitment to empowering farmers to grow more food with less water, directly contributing to global food security. ?? Gradients and Colors The vibrant gradients reflect how thermal data is visualized and embody the energy, innovation, and creativity driving Hydrosat’s work. ?? Clouds The clouds signify the challenges of obtaining clear imagery and highlight how Hydrosat’s satellite constellation is designed to overcome these obstacles, ensuring reliable data collection. Together, these elements symbolize Hydrosat’s unwavering dedication to innovation, sustainability, and fostering a more food-secure, climate-resilient future. ?? Great news: VanZyl-2 is on the horizon! ?? Follow us for updates on our mission and upcoming innovations : https://hydrosat.com/