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IRIDE

In today's world, IRIDE is a topic that has captured the attention of many people. Whether due to its relevance today or its impact on society, IRIDE has generated great interest in different areas. From the scientific to the cultural sphere, IRIDE has been the subject of numerous studies and research that seek to understand its importance and influence on our lives. In this article, we will explore different aspects related to IRIDE, analyzing its implications and its relevance in the current context.

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IRIDE
Mission typeEarth observation
OperatorASI, ESA
Spacecraft properties
ManufacturerArgotec (MS2-HEO)
OHB Italia (MS1-EAGLET2)
SITAEL S.p.A (HYP-PLATINO)
Thales Alenia Space (SAR-NIMBUS & VHR-NIMBUS)
D-Orbit (SAR-NOX)
Launch mass70 kg (150 lb) (MS2-HEO)
580 kg (1,280 lb) (SAR-NOX)
Start of mission
Launch dateFirst: 14 January 2025 (IRIDE-MS2-HEO 1)
Last (recent): 28 November 2025 (IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 1-8)
RocketFalcon 9 Block 5
Vega-C
Launch siteVandenberg, SLC-4E
Kourou, ELV
ContractorSpaceX
Arianespace/Avio
Orbital parameters
Reference systemGeocentric orbit
RegimeSun-synchronous orbit

IRIDE (Italian: Iniziativi di Resilienza per l'Italia Dalle Emergenze, Initiatives for Italy's Resilience from Emergencies) is an Italian Earth observation satellite programme developed under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) and the National Complementary Plan (NCP). Coordinated by the European Space Agency (ESA) in collaboration with the Italian Space Agency (ASI), IRIDE aims to establish a comprehensive satellite constellation for environmental monitoring, disaster management, civil protection, security, and public administration support. The programme, involving over 73 Italian companies, is set to be fully operational by June 2026 and is designed as a "constellation of constellations" with advanced sensor technologies.[1][2][3]

Satellite Technologies

IRIDE's constellation is built on multiple platforms, enabling high-revisit rates, all-weather/day-night imaging, and versatile applications:

1) Hawk for Earth observation (HEO) platform, developed by Argotec involved in manufacturing 25 IRIDE satellites.[4]

2) EAGLET2 platform, developed by OHB Italia involved in manufacturing 24 IRIDE satellites.[5]

3) PLATINO bus, developed by SITAEL S.p.A with Hyperspectral Imaging payloads from Leonardo involved in manufacturing 5 IRIDE Satellites.[6]

4) NIMBUS platform, developed by Thales Alenia Space involved in manufacturing 12 SAR and one VHR IRIDE satellite[7][8]

5) one IRIDE-SAR-NOX satellite developed by D-Orbit for the IRIDE programme[9][10]

Launch history

Name SATCAT Launch date (UTC) Launch vehicle Orbital apsis Inclination Period (min) Status
IRIDE-MS2-HEO 1[11][12][13] 62697 14 January 2025 Falcon 9 Block 5

Transporter-12

98° Operational
IRIDE-MS2-HEO 2[14] 64569 23 June 2025 Falcon 9 Block 5

Transporter-14

Operational
IRIDE-MS2-HEO 3 64568 Operational
IRIDE-MS2-HEO 4 64582 Operational
IRIDE-MS2-HEO 5 64571 Operational
IRIDE-MS2-HEO 6 64576 Operational
IRIDE-MS2-HEO 8 64587 Operational
IRIDE-MS2-HEO 9 64585 Operational
IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 1[15] 28 November 2025 Falcon 9 Block 5

Transporter-15[16][17]

Operational
IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 2 Operational
IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 3 Operational
IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 4 Operational
IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 5 Operational
IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 6 Operational
IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 7 Operational
IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 8 Operational

See also

References

  1. ^ "IRIDE". www.telespazio.com. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  2. ^ "Moving ahead with Italy's constellation of Earth observation satellites". www.esa.int. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  3. ^ Parsonson, Andrew (14 April 2025). "Italy Moves Ahead With Study for 100-Satellite Constellation". European Spaceflight. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  4. ^ "IRIDE-MS2-HEO 1, ..., 25". Gunter's Space Page. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  5. ^ "IRIDE-MS1-EAGLET2 1, ..., 25". Gunter's Space Page. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  6. ^ "IRIDE-HYP-PLATINO 1, ..., 5". Gunter's Space Page. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  7. ^ "IRIDE-SAR-NIMBUS 1, ..., 12". Gunter's Space Page. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  8. ^ "IRIDE-VHR-NIMBUS 1". Gunter's Space Page. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  9. ^ "IRIDE-SAR-NOX 1". Gunter's Space Page. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  10. ^ "ESA orders 6 additional radar-based satellites to Thales Alenia Space for IRIDE Earth observation constellation | Thales Alenia Space". www.thalesaleniaspace.com. 16 October 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  11. ^ "Italy's IRIDE programme marks major step with first satellite constellation". www.esa.int. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  12. ^ Parsonson, Andrew (28 March 2025). "Italy's IRIDE Pathfinder Satellite Beams Back First Views of Earth". European Spaceflight. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  13. ^ "Falcon 9 Block 5 | Transporter 12". nextspaceflight.com. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  14. ^ "Falcon 9 Block 5 | Transporter 14". nextspaceflight.com. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  15. ^ "Falcon 9 Block 5 | Transporter 15". nextspaceflight.com. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
  16. ^ "Italian mission adds to growing IRIDE space fleet". www.esa.int. Retrieved 29 November 2025.
  17. ^ "Watch: HydroGNSS, IRIDE and Greek mission satellites launch". www.esa.int. Retrieved 18 November 2025.
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