Vantor has selected BAE Systems to build its next generation of high-resolution imaging satellites, the company announced. The decision reunites the satellite imagery provider with the former Ball Aerospace division, now part of BAE Systems, which previously developed spacecraft for DigitalGlobe.
Technical details of the new satellites remain undisclosed at this stage. Neither Vantor nor BAE Systems has released specifications on resolution, swath width, or orbital parameters for the planned constellation.
No timeline has been provided for the construction or launch of the next-generation satellites. The announcement comes as Vantor seeks to refresh its orbital assets amid growing competition in the Earth observation market.
The partnership builds on a legacy extending back to DigitalGlobe's early satellites, giving Vantor access to BAE's proven imaging platform. The deal underscores continued investment in commercial remote sensing capabilities.
Financial terms of the contract were not disclosed. The agreement positions Vantor to maintain its competitiveness in high-resolution imagery as rivals like Maxar and BlackSky advance their own constellations.