Business Details
33 Years
experience
Geospatial Data Solutions for Mining & Resource Development
Since 1993, Photosat Information has been dedicated to delivering high-accuracy geospatial data solutions that empower engineers and geologists worldwide. Our mission centers on leveraging cutting-edge satellite technology to address complex challenges in resource development, infrastructure, and environmental compliance. With decades of expertise in remote sensing, geophysical processing, and deep learning, we provide engineering-grade elevation models, alteration mapping, and data insights that enhance project safety, efficiency, and decision-making. Our proprietary software processes optical satellite data from mono, stereo, and multispectral sources, enabling global consistency without the need for ground access permits.Over 3000 projects across 75+ countries demonstrate our commitment to innovation, including pioneering archive surveys using declassified spy satellite imagery. We prioritize collaboration, technical excellence, and client-specific solutions, ensuring our data meets the rigorous demands of mining, oil & gas, and environmental sectors. Our team of remote sensing specialists and geoscientists continues to refine methodologies that achieve sub-20 cm vertical accuracy, setting industry benchmarks for reliability and precision.
Services
Elevation Surveys
Alteration Mapping
Data Insights
Archive Surveys
Deep Learning Technology
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in satellite-based geospatial data processing
- Our proprietary deep learning technology achieves 20 cm elevation survey accuracy
- No ground access permits required for remote or large-scale projects
- 3000+ projects completed across 75+ countries since 1993
- Specialized in alteration mineral mapping for exploration targeting
Services
Elevation Surveys
Digital elevation models with engineering-grade accuracy processed from stereo satellite imagery. Our technology delivers precise terrain data in any coordinate system, supporting mine planning, infrastructure development, and environmental monitoring. Applications include volume calculations, slope analysis, and 3D modeling for resource projects.
Alteration Mapping
Spectral analysis identifying alteration minerals like kaolinite and alunite using WorldView-3 and ASTER satellite data. This service supports exploration targeting by mapping hydrothermal alteration patterns associated with ore deposits across large, inaccessible areas without fieldwork.
Data Insights
Interpretation-ready datasets including freeboard maps, cut/fill volumes, and infrastructure digitization. Our analytics transform raw satellite data into actionable intelligence for mine operations, tailings management, and exploration decision-making through machine learning algorithms.
Archive Surveys
Reconstruct site histories using declassified Keyhole satellite imagery and commercial archives. This service enables retrospective analysis of tailings facilities, land use changes, and geological features dating back to the Cold War era for environmental compliance and exploration contexts.
Deep Learning Technology
Proprietary software applying neural networks to optical satellite data processing. Enhances elevation survey precision and mineral mapping reliability through automated feature detection, reducing manual interpretation time while maintaining sub-meter accuracy for large-scale projects.
People
Gerry Mitchell
Founder & Director
Professional Geophysicist with 30+ years in remote sensing and geoscience. Founded Photosat Information in 1993 after senior roles at BP in mining and oil exploration. Developed proprietary satellite data processing systems now used globally for engineering-grade geospatial solutions.
Questions
What geospatial services does Photosat Information offer?
We provide elevation surveys, alteration mapping, data insights, and archive surveys using satellite imagery for mining, oil & gas, and environmental projects.
How accurate are Photosat Information's elevation surveys?
Our elevation surveys achieve engineering-grade vertical accuracies down to 20 cm using stereo satellite imagery processing techniques.
Can Photosat Information process historical satellite data?
Yes, we specialize in archive surveys using declassified spy satellite imagery and commercial archives dating back decades.
What minerals can Photosat Information's alteration mapping detect?
Our alteration mapping identifies 13 key minerals including alunite, kaolinite, jarosite, and silica with spectral matching technology.
Do you require ground access for surveys?
No, our satellite-based approach eliminates the need for permits or physical site access, enabling cost-effective global coverage.
