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Top Earth Observation Startups in Switzerland 2026
Last updated · 7 companies · compiled from public data sources
Switzerland hosts a diverse cluster of earth observation startups developing specialized technologies across the value chain. The seven companies ranked here span ground-segment software, satellite components, remote sensing instruments, and data analytics—with particular strength in SAR processing and GNSS systems.
Most of these ventures have accessed European funding through Horizon and ESA BIC programs, reflecting Switzerland's integration into the continental space ecosystem. The cohort ranges from established players like Sarmap (founded 1998) to emerging AI-focused competitors, collectively addressing applications from dam monitoring to drone logistics and forest biomass assessment.
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Diramics
Steinhaussen · founded 2016 · €103k disclosed funding
Diramics manufactures ultra-low-noise amplifier components for space ground stations and satellite communications systems. The Steinhaussen-based company, founded in 2016, has received funding from Horizon 2020, ESA BIC Switzerland, and ETH Zurich, and is an ESA BIC alumni member.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Saphyrion SaGL
Bioggio · €838k disclosed funding
Saphyrion develops radiation-hardened ASICs and GNSS systems for space applications, with a focus on secure navigation and authentication platforms. Based in Bioggio, the company has been supported through multiple Horizon 2020 and Horizon research projects totaling nearly 840,000 EUR in EU contributions.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects
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Sarmap
Purasca · founded 1998 · €175k disclosed funding
Sarmap delivers earth observation software and services built on SAR and optical remote sensing data, with particular expertise in surface deformation monitoring and infrastructure assessment. The Purasca firm, established in 1998, has recently completed milestones in the EO4SECURITY and EVIDERI projects and released SARscape 6.3 with next-generation SAR mission support.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects
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Rigi Technologies
Lausanne · €4 disclosed funding
VTOL drone delivery system with cloud-based logistics management platform
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Davos Instruments
Davos · founded 2016
Davos Instruments produces high-precision solar radiometry instruments for both ground and space-based measurement applications. Founded in 2016 and based in Davos, the company holds ESA BIC alumni status and develops specialized equipment for environmental and solar radiation research.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
Gamma Earth applies AI to earth observation data, achieving up to 10x increases in spatial resolution while preserving spectral accuracy. The company is an active ESA BIC member providing environmental intelligence and space-based data analytics solutions.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Gamma Remote Sensing Research And Consulting
Gumligen · founded 1995
Gamma Remote Sensing develops SAR software and microwave remote sensing instruments for research and commercial applications, including biomass mapping for forest management and climate initiatives. Established in 1995 in Gumligen, the company participates in Horizon research projects including NextGenCarbon and COREGAL.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects
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