Orbital Eye, a global provider of AI-powered satellite monitoring for critical infrastructure, today announced its expansion into North America following the award of its first large-scale US contract.
As part of this strategic step, the company is opening a new office in New York and has appointed Marc Fleck as General Manager for North America.
The move marks an important milestone for Orbital Eye as it scales its satellite-powered monitoring solutions for critical infrastructure operators in the North American market. The company recently secured its first major operational contract in the United States with a leading gas transmission and storage company monitoring over 5000 miles of their transmission pipeline.
Marc Fleck joins Orbital Eye at a pivotal moment in the company’s international growth. He was drawn to Orbital Eye’s distinctive approach to satellite-powered monitoring, which focuses on delivering a complete monitoring solution rather than relying on a single satellite or data provider.
Prior to joining Orbital Eye, Fleck held several senior leadership positions at SkyWatch, a global geospatial data platform that enables organisations to access satellite data to solve complex operational problems. In these roles he led initiatives across product management and customer success, helping translate advanced Earth observation capabilities into practical solutions for commercial and institutional customers. Earlier in his career, he held commercial and product management roles at Boeing within their drone businesses.
Through these experiences, Fleck has developed deep expertise at the intersection of remote sensing, customer-driven product development and new technology development. A broad experience that positions him well to lead Orbital Eye’s growth in North America.
Marc Fleck says: “Orbital Eye has spent more than a decade building technology that fuses multiple satellite data sources into a powerful and scalable monitoring solution for critical infrastructure operators. The company’s technical depth, strong product–market fit and its ability to bring satellite-powered application into operations make this an exciting moment to expand its presence in North America.”
Sven van Haver, CEO of Orbital Eye, adds: “The United States is a key market for Orbital Eye. With our first large-scale operational contract now underway and a growing demand for satellite-powered monitoring, establishing a permanent presence in North America is a natural next step. Marc brings extensive experience in the geospatial and satellite data industry, and we are delighted to welcome him to the team as we continue to expand in the region.”