We’re proud to share that LiveEO has been selected as one of the European Space Agency’s Rising Stars for 2025. The annual initiative highlights high-growth European companies leading innovation, technological excellence, and commercial progress in the space sector.
This year, 19 companies were chosen as ESA Rising Stars, each having participated in ESA’s technology, commercial development, or incubation programmes over the past 18 months.
LiveEO is the only Earth Observation downstream company to be recognized in 2025, an acknowledgment of both our leadership in satellite-based analytics and the vast, still-growing potential of EO downstream applications.
Innovation That Drives Real-World Impact
At LiveEO, our mission has always been to turn complex Earth Observation data into tools that empower professionals to work smarter, safer, and more sustainably. Being selected as one of ESA’s Rising Stars, alongside 18 other standout European companies, underscores the growing importance of downstream applications in unlocking the full potential of space technology.
A Milestone for the Growing Earth Observation Ecosystem
“This recognition is a powerful signal of how far the downstream EO sector has come, and how much opportunity still lies ahead. LiveEO is committed to leading that next chapter by turning satellite insights into tools that industries can rely on every day.” said Nora Meyer zu Erpen, Head of Earth Observation Data at LiveEO, who accepted the award on behalf of the team.
Celebrating Our Team and Community
This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our team, whose expertise and creativity continue to push the boundaries of satellite analytics. It also reflects the trust and collaboration of our customers, partners, and the ESA BIC community, whose support has played a key role in LiveEO’s growth.
Looking Ahead
As we continue to innovate, we remain committed to building tools that make satellite intelligence more accessible, actionable, and impactful. Our focus is on empowering infrastructure and sustainability leaders to navigate complex challenges, from vegetation management and pipeline monitoring to supply chain due diligence, with confidence and clarity.
LiveEO’s journey is fueled by the belief that satellite data, thoughtfully applied, can help build a more resilient, sustainable, and connected world. Being named an ESA Rising Star is an important milestone on that path, and we’re just getting started.
