Spire Global announced that it has been selected by GIST Research to provide its Soil Moisture Insights for a climate‑impact study in Ethiopia’s Somali Region. The partnership will deliver high‑resolution (up to 100‑meter) soil‑moisture data that will be used to map pastoralist movement and support early‑warning systems for climate‑driven conflict.
The contract is significant because it places Spire’s advanced satellite‑derived data in a region that is highly vulnerable to climate variability. By supplying granular soil‑moisture metrics, Spire will help humanitarian and development organizations, including the International Organization for Migration, to anticipate resource shortages and mitigate conflict risks.
From a business perspective, the win expands Spire’s footprint in the weather and climate segment and adds a new customer in a geopolitically sensitive market. The partnership is expected to generate recurring revenue and reinforce Spire’s positioning as a key data provider for climate‑risk analytics. It also aligns with the company’s strategic focus on scaling its Soil Moisture Insights product, which was launched in April 2024 and has already attracted contracts with NOAA and Deloitte.
The contract value and duration have not been disclosed, but the partnership is part of Spire’s broader effort to deepen its presence in emerging markets and to support humanitarian initiatives funded by the Central Emergency Response Fund. The deal underscores the growing demand for satellite‑derived environmental data in regions where climate change directly threatens livelihoods.
Overall, the contract win signals that Spire’s climate‑risk analytics platform is gaining traction in critical markets and that the company is successfully translating its technology into new revenue streams. The partnership is a clear indicator of Spire’s continued growth trajectory in the space‑based data sector.
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