PRESS RELEASE
Unseenlabs will launch BRO-16 on upcoming Rideshare mission with SpaceX, Pushing the Boundaries of Maritime Radio Frequency Intelligence
Rennes, France – [January, 2025] – Unseenlabs, the global leader in space-based radiofrequency (RF) detection, proudly announces the upcoming launch of its BRO-16 satellite, marking a significant milestone in its mission to combat maritime invisibility. Scheduled for NET January 2025, BRO-16 will be launched aboard the Transporter-12 rideshare mission with SpaceX from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, with integration support from Exolaunch.
BRO-16 will strengthen Unseenlabs’ state-of-the-art constellation, further enhancing its capability to detect, monitor, and analyze RF signals worldwide. This addition underscores the company’s commitment to delivering unparalleled maritime intelligence to address pressing challenges, including illegal fishing, piracy, and environmental risks.
“Every satellite we launch reinforces our promise to deliver unmatched insights and capabilities for our clients,” said Clément Galic, CEO and Co-founder of Unseenlabs. “BRO-16 represents another leap forward in empowering stakeholders to act decisively in protecting the oceans and addressing global maritime challenges.”
Unseenlabs’ unique monosatellite technology enables the detection of vessels even when AIS transponders are deactivated, setting a new standard in Maritime Domain Awareness. With the addition of BRO-16, the company will continue to provide cutting-edge RF intelligence solutions to a diverse clientele, including governments, NGOs, insurers, and shipowners.
Looking to the future, Unseenlabs is already preparing for the deployment of its second constellation in 2026. This next-generation constellation will extend the company’s capabilities beyond the maritime domain to provide multi-domain surveillance, covering terrestrial, aerial, and space (SSA) environments. This ambitious expansion underscores Unseenlabs’ dedication to delivering unmatched situational awareness for diverse sectors, including defense, environmental monitoring, and global security.
