Spire Global (NYSE:SPIR) (NYSE: SPIR) is a space-to-cloud data and analytics company that operates a constellation of low Earth orbit nanosatellites to collect radio occultation, maritime Automatic Identification System (AIS), and aviation tracking data. By leveraging proprietary satellite hardware and ground infrastructure, Spire captures precise, near-real-time observations of Earth’s atmosphere, oceans, and surface traffic to power downstream analytics for weather forecasting, fleet optimization, and safety monitoring.
The company’s core offerings include weather and climate intelligence derived from GPS radio occultation, which enhances numerical weather prediction models; maritime domain awareness services that track vessel movements and supply chain dynamics; and aviation analytics that monitor air traffic for efficiency and security applications. These products are delivered via subscription-based platforms and application programming interfaces (APIs), enabling clients in agriculture, energy, transportation, finance, and government agencies to integrate high-frequency geospatial insights directly into decision-making workflows.
Founded in 2012 by CEO Peter Platzer and a team of satellite engineers, Spire launched its first CubeSat in 2013 and has since grown its fleet to over 100 satellites, achieving global coverage. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, with additional offices in Washington, D.C., Luxembourg and Singapore, the company serves customers across North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Under Platzer’s leadership, Spire continues to invest in advanced machine learning and open-architecture software solutions, fostering partnerships that expand the reach and applications of its space-based data services.
