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MDA Space Unveils Comprehensive MDA CHORUS™ Product Line

MDA Space Ltd., a prominent player in the global defense and space sector, announced the launch of their comprehensive Earth observation (EO) product portfolio, MDA CHORUS™, at the World Space Business Week conference in Toronto and Paris. This release comes ahead of the highly anticipated MDA CHORUS™ satellite constellation, expected to launch later this year.

The MDA CHORUS™ suite includes three core products: MDA CHORUS™ COMMAND, MDA CHORUS™ COMMAND PRO, and MDA CHORUS™ INTELLIGENCE. This product line is designed to give customers end-to-end capabilities for managing their geointelligence workflows. From planning and data collection to real-time insights, this system promises a seamless experience tailored to customer needs.

Key Features of the MDA CHORUS™ Product Line

1. MDA CHORUS™ COMMAND

This user-friendly platform serves as the operational entry point for customers, enabling them to search through archival data, establish areas of interest, prioritize imaging tasks, and schedule acquisitions. The platform is further enhanced by Application Programming Interface (API) connectors alongside dedicated guides to provide a comprehensive knowledge hub for users.

2. MDA CHORUS™ COMMAND PRO

For clients that require deeper integration, MDA CHORUS™ COMMAND PRO connects a regional ground station directly into customer operations. This feature facilitates direct downlinking and near-real-time processing, eliminating latency and providing the independence essential for clients in defense and critical infrastructure sectors.

3. MDA CHORUS™ INTELLIGENCE

This suite offers an extensive range of geointelligence data and analytics solutions that leverage decades of expertise in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology. Applications include maritime awareness, vessel detection, and monitoring energy infrastructure. By combining SAR satellite imagery with value-added geographic information system (GIS) data, users gain comprehensive insights tailored to their operations.

Driving Innovation through Technology

At the heart of the MDA CHORUS™ portfolio is a constellation featuring three satellites, which will include two new spacecraft (one X-band and one C-band) in addition to the already operational RADARSAT-2 platform. Together, they will enable high-revisit, all-weather imaging capabilities, crucial for modern Earth observation.

Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space, emphasized the evolution of their Earth observation capabilities, stating, "Earth observation at MDA Space has always meant more than building world-class spacecraft. We have spent decades turning SAR data into actionable intelligence for various applications including maritime monitoring and defense. With our new expanded product line, we've created a user-friendly system that allows customers to engage with the data effectively."

This announcement also coincides with the recent inauguration of the MDA CHORUS™ Control Centre, marking a crucial step towards operational readiness and setting the stage for the upcoming constellation launch later in 2026.

As MDA Space prepares for the launch of their MDA CHORUS™ constellation, the company continually enhances its offerings, positioning itself at the forefront of innovation in the space and defense sectors. For more detailed information about the MDA CHORUS™ product suite, visit mda.space/chorus.

This announcement underscores MDA Space's commitment to providing advanced technological solutions tailored to the unique needs of customers within the global defense and space marketplace.