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BlackSky Technology (NYSE: BKSY) announced plans to expand its satellite constellation with new AROS multispectral, large-area collection satellites, scheduled for launch in 2027. These satellites will complement their Gen-3 high-frequency monitoring capabilities, supporting country-scale digital mapping, navigation, maritime, and 3D digital twin applications. AROS will address market gaps as legacy satellites age out, offering enhanced capabilities with better economics. Key features include very high-resolution multispectral collectors, low-latency delivery via optical inter-satellite links, and a proprietary AI-enabled data pipeline. This expansion follows BlackSky's successful Gen-3 launches, where they achieved first light in under 24 hours and commissioning in under 60 days. The development leverages BlackSky's recent LeoStella acquisition and builds upon their proven Gen-2 and Gen-3 architectures.

BlackSky Technology (NYSE: BKSY) has successfully delivered the first very high-resolution images from its second Gen-3 satellite within 12 hours of launch. The satellite demonstrated its capabilities by capturing detailed imagery of Golmud Air Base in China, showing 13 military aircraft and various facilities. The Gen-3 satellite provides 35-centimeter very high-resolution imagery with AI-enabled automated detection analytics, offering customers subscription-based access to real-time monitoring capabilities. The system can identify and classify vehicles, aircraft, vessels, and other military assets, providing valuable intelligence for defense operations. CEO Brian O'Toole emphasized that this achievement showcases BlackSky's ability to deliver space-based intelligence at warfighter speed, complementing national space assets with commercial capabilities.

BlackSky Technology Inc. (BKSY) and Rocket Lab USA have set a launch window opening May 27 for BlackSky's second Gen-3 satellite. The "Full Stream Ahead" mission will enhance BlackSky's capabilities with 35-centimeter very high-resolution imaging. The company has secured multiple early access contracts for Gen-3 services, with commercial availability expected in Q4.

BlackSky plans to deploy eight Gen-3 satellites by early 2026, focusing on advanced AI-enabled automation and space-based intelligence. The new satellites will enable automated detection and classification of vehicles, aircraft, vessels, and other tactical objects, strengthening BlackSky's capabilities in tactical ISR missions and strategic intelligence operations.

BlackSky Technology (NYSE: BKSY) has secured multiple early access agreements with international defense sector customers for its Gen-3 real-time space-based monitoring capabilities. The subscription-based contracts will enable customers to integrate 35-centimeter very high-resolution imagery into their daily intelligence operations through the BlackSky Spectra® platform.

Customers will have access to high-cadence, time-diverse dawn-to-dusk Gen-2 and Gen-3 imagery along with AI-enabled analytics. The contracts are structured to scale as BlackSky increases its Gen-3 capacity. The company currently serves thousands of high-resolution images monthly to its global customer base, providing intelligence on critical infrastructure including border crossings, nuclear facilities, and ports.

BlackSky Technology (NYSE: BKSY) reported mixed Q1 2025 results with revenue of $29.5M, exceeding analyst estimates of $27.2M-$27.6M. The company posted an adjusted EBITDA of ($0.6M) and EPS of ($0.42). The Imagery segment revenue declined to $16.8M from $17.8M YoY due to project timing variations, while Professional Services revenue significantly increased to $12.7M from $6.4M YoY, driven by an Indian Earth observation contract. Gross margins decreased to 57.4% from 77.4% QoQ due to a satellite asset sale. Notably, the company's backlog grew 40% QoQ to $366.1M, and Gen-3 commercial availability is expected in Q4 2025.

BlackSky Technology (NYSE: BKSY) reported strong Q1 2025 results with revenue reaching $29.5 million, up 22% year-over-year. The company secured over $130 million in new contract bookings, driving backlog up 40% to $366 million. Key wins include a $100+ million seven-year international subscription contract and $20 million in contracts supporting India's Earth observation capabilities. The company's first Gen-3 satellite is fully commissioned and exceeding performance expectations, with the second Gen-3 satellite scheduled for Q2 launch. Despite progress, BlackSky reported a net loss of $12.8 million, though improved from $15.8 million in Q1 2024. The company maintains its 2025 guidance of $125-142 million in revenue and $14-22 million in adjusted EBITDA.

BlackSky Technology (NYSE: BKSY) has successfully completed the commissioning of its first Gen-3 satellite, achieving this milestone a full month ahead of schedule. The satellite has demonstrated exceptional performance in delivering 35-centimeter very high-resolution imagery and AI-driven analytics. Within just five days of launch, the satellite produced imagery, and AI-enabled analytics were operational within three weeks.

The Gen-3 satellite's enhanced capabilities allow analysts to discern fine details such as sunroofs on automobiles and individual people with their shadows. The company is now preparing to ship its second Gen-3 unit to Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand for an expected Q2 launch, maintaining its planned schedule for integrating high-cadence, very high-resolution imagery into customer workflows later this year.

BlackSky Technology (NYSE: BKSY) has announced its participation in two major upcoming investor conferences in May 2025. The company will attend the 20th Annual Needham Technology, Media, & Consumer Conference on May 12, which will be held virtually, and the 22nd Annual Craig-Hallum Institutional Investor Conference on May 28 at the Depot Renaissance Hotel in Minneapolis.

Interested investors and stakeholders who wish to schedule one-on-one meetings with BlackSky Technology representatives are encouraged to contact their sales representatives at the respective sponsoring firms.

BlackSky Technology (NYSE: BKSY) has announced it will host a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. EDT. The company will release its financial results press release before the conference call on the same day.

Investors can access the live webcast through the company's investor relations website at ir.blacksky.com under the 'News & Events' section. For those joining via phone, participants should dial 1-416-764-8646 or 1-888-396-8049 at least ten minutes before the call starts.

A replay will be available until May 22, 2025, by dialing 1-877-660-6853 or 1-201-612-7415 with access code 13753211. The audio replay will be accessible from approximately 12:30 p.m. EDT on May 8.