Spatial: Look Up announces the commissioning of radar SORASYS

Look Up crosses a new operational milestone with the commissioning of SORASYS-1, the commercial availability of its data from May 2026, and its strategic expansion to the United States.

A high-performance system deployed in record time: a new generation radar designed and commissioned in less than three years, calibrated for 24/7 continuous operations independent of weather conditions.

From high-precision detection to decision support: target detection capacity up to 10 cm, based on proprietary radar data and enriched by SYNAPSE data fusion for real-time vision and operational decision-making.

With more than 14,300 active satellites in orbit, representing an increase of over 30% in just one year, and more than 4,300 satellites launched in the past 12 months, space is definitively entering a new era of congestion and operational risks.

Mega-constellations are accelerating this trend, with systems like Starlink now operating over 10,000 satellites, fundamentally reshaping the orbital environment and reinforcing the need for precise, reliable, and independent space surveillance capabilities.

In this context, Look Up, a space technology company specializing in Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA), today announces the commissioning of its first SORASYS-1 radar, the commercial availability of its orbital data starting in May 2026, and its expansion to the United States.

From technological achievement to operational capability

After successfully passing operational qualification tests, SORASYS-1, located in the south of France, is now fully operational and providing high-precision orbital data.

SORASYS (Sovereign Radar System) is a high-tech ground radar capable of detecting and tracking objects in low Earth orbit (LEO), including small debris, active and inactive satellites, and rocket bodies. It operates continuously, independently of weather and lighting conditions, ensuring reliable and persistent space surveillance.

At full deployment capacity, the system is designed to detect objects less than 10 cm, allowing for a better understanding of the orbital environment.

This significant milestone demonstrates Look Up’s ability to rapidly deploy a scalable infrastructure and marks the transition from technological validation to the provision of operational services.

Successful operational qualification

On April 8, Look Up completed the operational qualification campaign for SORASYS-1, marking a major step towards its operational deployment.

The campaign involved several weeks of continuous 24/7 observations, during which the radar demonstrated stable and reliable operational performance.

During this phase, the system collected thousands of observations on over 1,000 objects of interest, including a set of calibration targets whose orbital data was independently verified.

These reference objects allowed Look Up to validate the accuracy of distance and radial velocity measurements, confirming performance levels in line with expectations and exceeding client requirements, including those defined by EU-SST.

This successful qualification marks the official launch of the operational use of SORASYS-1 and supports the commercial launch of Look Up’s space surveillance data services.

Commercial availability of SORASYS data from May 2026

From May 2026, Look Up will make its orbital data from SORASYS available to institutional actors, defense organizations, and satellite operators worldwide.

Key features include:

– High-precision tracking data in low Earth orbit (LEO) – Detection of small objects (up to about 10 cm) – High revisit frequencies enabling real-time monitoring – Independent orbital data sets – Seamless integration into existing SSA systems and workflows

By offering direct access to its own radar data, Look Up contributes to diversifying global sources of SSA data and reducing dependence on a limited number of providers.

Strengthening global presence through expansion into the United States

As part of its international growth strategy, Look Up has recently established a presence in the United States, strengthening its capacity to support American clients in the defense and commercial sectors.

This expansion allows Look Up to further engage in one of the world’s most advanced and dynamic space ecosystems while providing its high-precision data and services directly to local players.

Making better decisions through data and analysis

Look Up complements its offering with SYNAPSE, a digital platform that leverages data fusion from multiple sources to turn observations into actionable insights. By combining SORASYS data with external sources (optical sensors, passive RF, and others) and automating processes, SYNAPSE offers:

– Real-time awareness of the space situation and space domain – Detection and monitoring of collision risks – Behavioral analysis of space objects – Threat detection and monitoring – Maneuver recommendations and decision support

This data-driven approach enables operators to anticipate risks, protect critical assets, and operate safely in increasingly congested and contested orbits.

A step towards a global radar network

SORASYS-1 serves as the first node of the global radar network planned by Look Up, designed to ensure near-continuous surveillance of the orbital environment.

Following a €50 million fundraising in 2025, the company is accelerating the deployment of additional radars, including at future sites in French Polynesia.

By 2030, Look Up aims to operate a global network of interconnected radar and optical systems, positioning itself as a key player in space safety, security, and sustainability.

Michel Friedling, co-founder and CEO of Look Up, stated:

“With the commissioning of SORASYS-1, the commercialization of our data, and our expansion into the United States, Look Up enters a new phase. We are moving from technological validation to providing actionable, high-precision data to operators worldwide. In an increasingly congested and contested orbital environment, access to independent and reliable data is essential to ensure safe and sustainable space operations.”

About Look Up

Founded in 2022, Look Up is a European space technology company providing Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) solutions to secure space activities.

The company is now established in Europe and the United States, gradually expanding its international presence.

Its solution is based on three technological pillars:

– a global network of SORASYS radars and optical sensors for detecting and tracking objects in orbit – a digital platform SYNAPSE for SSA data fusion and real-time analysis, available in API, SaaS, or on Premise mode for government clients – a space operations service ensuring safety and smooth end-to-end mission execution.

Look Up’s mission is to provide essential data and services to ensure the safety and security of space assets and activities, with the ambition to become a global leader in space safety, security, and sustainability.