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Planet Labs PBC (PL) is a leading Earth-imaging company, specializing in providing high-resolution satellite data. Founded in 2010 by a team of former NASA scientists, the company’s mission is to image the entire Earth every day and make these changes visible, accessible, and actionable.
Starting as a small group of physicists, aerospace, and mechanical engineers working from a garage, Planet Labs pioneered the use of the CubeSat form factor. Their first designs led to the creation of the Dove satellite. Within just three years of launching their first satellite, Planet Labs now operates the largest constellation of Earth-imaging satellites ever deployed.
The company's fleet of satellites collects a radical new data set with endless real-world applications. Whether it’s measuring agricultural yields, monitoring natural resources, or aiding first responders during natural disasters, Planet Labs' data provides crucial support to businesses and humanitarian organizations alike.
Planet Labs is committed to empowering informed, deliberate, and meaningful stewardship of our planet through timely, global imagery. Their innovative satellite technology offers daily insights that aid in understanding the physical world and taking action based on those insights.
Recent achievements include expanding their satellite constellation, forming strategic partnerships with key industry players, and continually improving their data services. The company's innovative approach and robust satellite network enable it to deliver unmatched imaging capabilities.
For more details and the latest updates, visit their website at Planet Labs. You can also follow them on social media: Twitter and Facebook.
Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL) announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to enhance its high-resolution Pelican-2 satellite using the NVIDIA Jetson edge AI platform. This partnership will allow Planet Labs to deliver real-time insights by leveraging NVIDIA GPU accelerated computing. The initiative aims to shorten the time to value for customers across government and commercial markets by enabling faster processing and analysis of satellite imagery. The Pelican-2 satellite, equipped with advanced imaging technologies, is scheduled to launch later this year. This collaboration positions Planet Labs as one of the pioneers in space-qualifying NVIDIA's Jetson platform for Earth observation satellites.
Planet Labs (NYSE:PL) announced that its first hyperspectral satellite, Tanager-1, is ready for launch. The satellite is set to launch in July from Vandenberg Space Force Base on the Transporter-11 Rideshare mission with SpaceX. Tanager-1, developed in partnership with the Carbon Mapper Coalition and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), aims to detect greenhouse gas emissions and support various commercial applications. The satellite uses advanced imaging spectrometer technology and will complement Planet’s existing satellite fleet. On-orbit commissioning will involve analyzing hyperspectral data for sustainability and commercial purposes. The mission underscores Planet's commitment to providing actionable Earth data.
Planet (NYSE: PL) announced financial results for Q1 FY2025, reporting a 15% year-over-year revenue increase to $60.4 million. The company emphasized growth driven by government sector demand, especially with AI-enhanced solutions.
They launched the Planet Insights Platform, enabling customers to build new solutions using Earth observation data. Planet's net loss improved to $29.3 million from $34.4 million year-over-year, with an Adjusted EBITDA loss of $8.4 million.
Key business highlights include renewed contracts with the NRO, new contracts with the Kenya Space Agency and Eletrobras, and the successful completion of pilot programs with the US Department of Defense. Planet remains focused on reaching Adjusted EBITDA profitability by Q4 FY2025 with a strong cash position of $276 million and no debt.
Planet Labs (NYSE: PL) has expanded its partnership with BASF Digital Farming to enhance smart farming solutions using satellite data. BASF will increase its use of Planet’s Crop Biomass and PlanetScope products, aiding in sustainable and efficient crop production. This collaboration aims to improve precision farming, yield estimation, and seed selection, benefiting over 100,000 users globally. Planet’s satellite data provides critical insights during the growing season, helping to optimize the use of crop inputs.
Planet Labs (NYSE: PL) has extended its contract with ZEP-RE, an African reinsurance company, to enhance drought insurance in the Horn of Africa. The partnership, which began in October 2022 as part of the World Bank-funded DRIVE program, aims to improve financial services for pastoralists.
Leveraging Planet's satellite data to monitor vegetation health over 1,000,000 km², the program supports over 2 million pastoralists. The goal of reaching 1.6 million pastoralists was achieved in year two, ahead of the five-year target. The collaboration will continue until October 2027.
Planet's data provides transparency, trust, and efficient payout mechanisms for drought-affected areas. The DRIVE program involves the governments of Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia.
Planet Labs PBC (NYSE:PL) will announce its fiscal first quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, June 6, 2024, after market close. The company's management will host a conference call to discuss the results and business outlook the same day. Interested individuals can listen to the webcast live on Planet's Investor Relations website or attend the conference call by dial-in after pre-registering.
Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL) will have Robert Cardillo participate in a virtual fireside chat at the 19th Annual Needham Technology, Media, & Consumer Conference on May 16th, 2024. The chat will be hosted by Ryan Koontz, accessible via webcast on Planet's Investor Relations webpage.
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