Environmental Mapping and Analysis Program (EnMAP)

Under the industrial management of OHB Technology subsidiary Kayser-Threde, OHB-System AG is developing and building the satellite bus for the next German satellite mission EnMAP (Environmental Mapping and Analysis Program). This bus will be based on the already space-proven SAR-Lupe satellites.

Status

The German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Kayser-Threde signed a contract in November 2008 providing for the commencement of the implementation phase. The launch of the satellite is scheduled for 2013.

Partners

DLR (customer), Kayser-Threde (prime contractor)