Company Research Report: OHB Italia S.p.A.
Company Overview
Name: OHB Italia S.p.A.
Mission: No information is available.
Founded: 1981
Founders: No information is available.
Key People:
- Roberto Aceti - CEO
- Giovanni Prandini - Administration & HR Director
- Paolo Lorenzi - COO (Chief Operational Officer)
Headquarters: Via Gallarate, 150, 20151 Milano (MI), Italy
Number of Employees: 310 employees, 85% of whom are graduates in fields such as Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Electronic Engineering, and IT.
Revenue: EUR 124 Mio. in 2023
Known For: OHB Italia S.p.A. is known for being a leading company in the development and integration of satellite systems, Earth observation instruments, and scientific & planetary instruments.
Products
OHB Italia S.p.A. offers a comprehensive range of products and services in the space sector, primarily focused on satellites and Earth observation missions. Below is an overview of their key products and programs:
Satellites & Missions
- Genesis: A geodetic observatory to map the Earth using major geodetic technologies.
- PRISMA: An Earth observation satellite equipped with hyperspectral and panchromatic cameras.
- NAOS: A high-resolution optical system for Luxembourg's Earth Observation mission.
- IRIDE: An Italian space observation constellation with 24 satellites.
Earth Observation Instruments
- MetOp/SG (MWI): A conically scanning microwave radiometer for weather forecasting.
- CIMR: A microwave radiometer for global daily coverage, with multi-beam architecture.
SSA & SST (Space Situational Awareness & Space Surveillance & Tracking)
- Flyeye: A telescope with high-resolution optical sensors for near-Earth observation.
Scientific & Planetary Instruments
- ISRU: A payload for extracting oxygen from lunar regolith.
- Solar Orbiter METIS Coronagraph: A multi-wavelength coronagraph for solar observation.
Equipment
- Launch Locking Devices (LLD): Utilized for various satellite missions to ensure secure launch and operational deployment.
- Giant Magellan Telescope Cover System: Protective mechanical covers for advanced telescope mirrors.
Recent Developments
New Products & Features
- Recent Launches & Developments:
- Genesis Mission: Efforts in satellite systems engineering and construction.
- Prisma Satellite: Launched in March 2019, providing Earth observation data.
- NAOS System: End-to-end satellite and ground segment project for Luxembourg.
- IRIDE Constellation: Multi-use capability satellites for varied Earth applications.
Partnerships
- Active in ESA programs such as LISA, dedicated to studying gravitational waves.
- Collaborating on Copernicus missions for the European Space Agency and contributing to environmental sustainability through programs like CIMR.
Institutional Engagement & Visits
- Notable visits and collaboration discussions with important international entities and governments, emphasizing innovations in artificial intelligence and space sustainability.
Other Developments
- OHB Italia’s active participation in international forums and congresses reflects its status and continued innovation in space technology, focusing on aspects like planetary defense and high data throughput systems for scientific applications.
Facilities
OHB Italia features several high-tech facilities, including:
- Clean Rooms: ISO standard rooms ranging from 180 sqm to 360 sqm.
- Laboratories: Including mechanisms, material, metrology, thermal vacuum, and EMC test labs.
These facilities support the company's wide range of applications and research in modern space technologies.