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Al Bawaba
11-07-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Gartner Says Earth Intelligence Is a $20 Billion New Revenue Growth Opportunity for Technology and Service Providers Through 2030
Earth intelligence will significantly impact every industry as it rapidly moves from government to the private sector, with annual revenue to surpass $4.2 billion in 2030, up from nearly $3.8 billion in 2025, according to Gartner, Inc. The cumulative Earth intelligence direct revenue opportunity for technology product and service providers will reach nearly $20 billion from 2025 to 2030 (see Figure 1).This revenue forecast is for technology and service providers, and it focuses on direct revenue from Earth intelligence data, analysis services and software applications. It does not take into account the wider range of Earth intelligence value drivers, which can include productivity improvements and cost defines Earth intelligence as the application of AI to Earth observation data to deliver solutions specific to industries and business functions. It encompasses gathering and providing Earth observation data, fit-for-purpose transforming it, and then using it to produce actionable insights with domain-specific AI models, tools and applications.'The future of Earth intelligence will be won by the vendors that move quickly to develop technologies that make sense of the oceans of raw data they collect,' said Bill Ray, Distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner.'The value of Earth intelligence data is only now being realized. For example, vendors are leveraging satellites to pinpoint fallen trees blocking railroad tracks in a storm, monitor the temperature of every metal refinery to assess global production, count vehicles to analyze traffic patterns and consumer trends, and track sea cargo to evaluate shipping activity,' Ray said. 'These unprecedented insights are delivering immense value, and new use cases are being discovered daily as the AI vendor race intensifies with the ever-expanding volume of available data.'Currently, the raw data that fuels Earth intelligence is primarily collected and analyzed by governments. However, there is a shift taking place. In fact, Gartner predicts that by 2030, enterprises will be spending more on Earth intelligence than governments and military bodies combined, accounting for more than 50% of total Earth intelligence, up from less than 15% in 2024.'As private technology and service providers begin to dominate Earth intelligence, they have the opportunity to sell data, models and applications to companies that lack the resources to analyze data for themselves,' Ray said. 'Earth intelligence will lead to new markets and offerings for data, models, stand-alone tools and applications as well as capabilities to embed within existing applications. This represents a massive business opportunity for technology product and service providers.'New economics are evolving because very low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites are cheaper to build and launch, and these satellites are watching the earth in new ways. Radar and hyperspectral techniques see things which used to be invisible, and revisit times can be an hour or less. Private companies are also experimenting with VLEO, which can deliver a resolution as low as 10 cm. That is small enough to spot a mouse. 'This is driving, and will continue to drive, massive amounts of Earth observation data. Combining satellite data with ground observation data from sensors and drones further enhances Earth intelligence value,' said Ray. 'This is where AI plays a critical role. Unlike many domains, there is a plethora of data. But that data needs to be engineered into fit-for-purpose information to feed industry- and function-specific AI models.'
Techday NZ
10-07-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
Earth intelligence market to surpass USD $4.2 billion by 2030
The global Earth intelligence market is expected to reach annual revenues exceeding USD $4.2 billion by 2030, rising from nearly USD $3.8 billion in 2025, according to a forecast by research firm Gartner. Gartner's projections indicate that, over the five-year period from 2025 to 2030, direct revenue opportunities for technology product and service providers in Earth intelligence could total close to USD $20 billion. These figures only account for direct revenue from Earth intelligence data, related analysis services, and software applications. Wider impacts, such as productivity gains and avoiding operational costs, are not included in the estimates. Definition and examples Earth intelligence is defined by Gartner as the application of artificial intelligence to data harvested from Earth observation methods to deliver insights tailored for specific industries and business functions. This process involves the capture of large volumes of raw data from satellites, sensors, and drones, transforming that data for particular purposes, and then employing domain-specific AI tools and applications to generate actionable intelligence. Describing current applications, Bill Ray, Distinguished Vice President Analyst at Gartner, stated: "The future of Earth intelligence will be won by the vendors that move quickly to develop technologies that make sense of the oceans of raw data they collect. The value of Earth intelligence data is only now being realised." "For example, vendors are leveraging satellites to pinpoint fallen trees blocking railroad tracks in a storm, monitoring the temperature of every metal refinery to assess global production, counting vehicles to analyse traffic patterns and consumer trends, and tracking sea cargo to evaluate shipping activity. These unprecedented insights are delivering immense value, and new use cases are being discovered daily as the AI vendor race intensifies with the ever expanding volume of available data." Shifting market focus Historically, governments have been the primary collectors and analysts of Earth intelligence data. According to Gartner's latest outlook, enterprises are poised to surpass governments and defence organisations in spending on Earth intelligence by 2030, making up more than half of the total market. This is a considerable change from 2024, when the private sector accounted for less than 15%. Ray commented on the changing business landscape: "As private technology and service providers begin to dominate Earth intelligence, they have the opportunity to sell data, models and applications to companies that lack the resources to analyse data for themselves. Earth intelligence will lead to new markets and offerings for data, models, standalone tools and applications, as well as capabilities to embed within existing applications. This represents a massive business opportunity for technology product and service providers." Technological drivers The evolution of satellite technology is a central factor in the expansion of the Earth intelligence market. Lower-cost, very low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites are now being deployed, providing improved image resolution and more frequent monitoring capabilities. According to Gartner, radar and hyperspectral imaging now allow for observations previously not possible, while the revisit interval of satellites can be as short as one hour. Private companies' experiments with VLEO suggest resolutions as fine as 10 centimetres, sufficient to detect small objects from space. Ray additionally noted: "This is driving, and will continue to drive, massive amounts of Earth observation data. Combining satellite data with ground observation data from sensors and drones further enhances the value of Earth intelligence. This is where AI plays a critical role. Unlike many domains, there is a plethora of data. But that data needs to be engineered into fit-for-purpose information to feed industry and function specific AI models." Gartner's research suggests that as AI technologies mature and data processing capabilities expand, more industries will seek targeted Earth intelligence solutions for operational and strategic decision-making.
Globe and Mail
09-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Gartner Says Earth Intelligence Is a $20 Billion New Revenue Growth Opportunity for Technology and Service Providers Through 2030
Earth intelligence will significantly impact every industry as it rapidly moves from government to the private sector, with Earth intelligence annual revenue surpassing $4.2 billion in 2030, up from nearly $3.8 billion in 2025, according to Gartner, Inc. The cumulative Earth intelligence direct revenue opportunity for technology product and service providers will reach nearly $20 billion from 2025 to 2030. This revenue forecast is for technology and service providers, and it focuses on direct revenue from Earth intelligence data, analysis services and software applications. It does not take into account the wider range of Earth intelligence value drivers, which can include productivity improvements and cost avoidance. Gartner defines Earth intelligence as the application of AI to Earth observation data to deliver solutions specific to industries and business functions. It encompasses gathering and providing Earth observation data, fit-for-purpose transforming it, and then using it to produce actionable insights with domain-specific AI models, tools and applications. 'The future of Earth intelligence will be won by the vendors that move quickly to develop technologies that make sense of the oceans of raw data they collect,' said Bill Ray, Distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner. 'The value of Earth intelligence data is only now being realized. For example, vendors are leveraging satellites to pinpoint fallen trees blocking railroad tracks in a storm, monitoring the temperature of every metal refinery to assess global production, counting vehicles to analyze traffic patterns and consumer trends, and track sea cargo to evaluate shipping activity,' Ray said. 'These unprecedented insights are delivering immense value, and new use cases are being discovered daily as the AI vendor race intensifies with the ever-expanding volume of available data.' Currently, the raw data that fuels Earth intelligence is primarily collected and analyzed by governments. However, there is a shift taking place. In fact, Gartner predicts that by 2030, enterprises will be spending more on Earth intelligence than governments and military bodies combined, accounting for more than 50% of total Earth intelligence, up from less than 15% in 2024. 'As private technology and service providers begin to dominate Earth intelligence, they have the opportunity to sell data, models and applications to companies that lack the resources to analyze data for themselves,' Ray said. 'Earth intelligence will lead to new markets and offerings for data, models, stand-alone tools and applications as well as capabilities to embed within existing applications. This represents a massive business opportunity for technology product and service providers.' New economics are evolving because very low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites are cheaper to build and launch, and these satellites are watching the earth in new ways. Radar and hyperspectral techniques see things which used to be invisible, and revisit times can be an hour or less. Private companies are also experimenting with VLEO (very low Earth orbit) which can deliver a resolution as low as 10 cm. That's small enough to spot a mouse. 'This is driving, and will continue to drive, massive amounts of Earth observation data. Combining satellite data with ground observation data from sensors and drones further enhances Earth intelligence value,' said Ray. 'This is where AI plays a critical role. Unlike many domains, there is a plethora of data. But that data needs to be engineered into fit-for-purpose information to feed industry- and function-specific AI models.' Additional information is available to Gartner clients in the report, High-Tech FutureSight: Earth Intelligence Is an Emerging Multibillion Dollar AI Vendor Race, and Emerging Tech: Top Use Cases for Earth Intelligence in Production Measurement. About Gartner for High Tech Leaders and Providers Gartner for High Tech Leaders and Providers equips tech leaders and their teams with role-based best practices, industry insights and strategic views into emerging trends and market changes to achieve their mission-critical priorities and build the successful organizations of tomorrow. Additional information is available at
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Earth Intelligence to unlock USD 20 billion opportunity for tech providers by 2030, says Gartner
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Earth intelligence is emerging as a transformative growth area, poised to generate nearly USD 20 billion in direct revenue for technology and service providers between 2025 and 2030, according to a recent report by Gartner. The report expects that the annual revenue from Earth intelligence is expected to surpass USD 4.2 billion by 2030, up from nearly USD 3.8 billion in 2025. Gartner defines Earth intelligence as the application of AI to Earth observation data to generate industry-specific insights. It involves collecting satellite and sensor data, transforming it using advanced analytics and domain-specific AI models, and delivering actionable intelligence to businesses. 'The future of Earth intelligence will be won by the vendors that move quickly to develop technologies that make sense of the oceans of raw data they collect,' said Bill Ray, Distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner. 'The value of Earth intelligence data is only now being realised. For example, vendors are leveraging satellites to pinpoint fallen trees blocking railroad tracks in a storm, monitor the temperature of every metal refinery to assess global production, count vehicles to analyse traffic patterns and consumer trends, and track sea cargo to evaluate shipping activity,' Ray added. While Earth intelligence has traditionally been dominated by government and military bodies, a significant shift is underway. Gartner predicts that by 2030, enterprises will account for over 50 per cent of global Earth intelligence spending, up from less than 15 per cent in 2024, overtaking government and military investment. 'New economics are evolving because very low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites are cheaper to build and launch, and these satellites are watching the earth in new ways. Radar and hyperspectral techniques see things which used to be invisible, and revisit times can be an hour or less. Private companies are also experimenting with VLEO, which can deliver a resolution as low as 10 cm. That is small enough to spot a mouse,' Gartner said in a press release. 'This is where AI plays a critical role. Unlike many domains, there is a plethora of data. But that data needs to be engineered into fit-for-purpose information to feed industry- and function-specific AI models,' Ray said. (ANI)
Business Wire
09-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Gartner Says Earth Intelligence Is a $20 Billion New Revenue Growth Opportunity for Technology and Service Providers Through 2030
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Earth intelligence will significantly impact every industry as it rapidly moves from government to the private sector, with Earth intelligence annual revenue surpassing $4.2 billion in 2030, up from nearly $3.8 billion in 2025, according to Gartner, Inc. The cumulative Earth intelligence direct revenue opportunity for technology product and service providers will reach nearly $20 billion from 2025 to 2030. This revenue forecast is for technology and service providers, and it focuses on direct revenue from Earth intelligence data, analysis services and software applications. It does not take into account the wider range of Earth intelligence value drivers, which can include productivity improvements and cost avoidance. Gartner defines Earth intelligence as the application of AI to Earth observation data to deliver solutions specific to industries and business functions. It encompasses gathering and providing Earth observation data, fit-for-purpose transforming it, and then using it to produce actionable insights with domain-specific AI models, tools and applications. 'The future of Earth intelligence will be won by the vendors that move quickly to develop technologies that make sense of the oceans of raw data they collect,' said Bill Ray, Distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner. 'The value of Earth intelligence data is only now being realized. For example, vendors are leveraging satellites to pinpoint fallen trees blocking railroad tracks in a storm, monitoring the temperature of every metal refinery to assess global production, counting vehicles to analyze traffic patterns and consumer trends, and track sea cargo to evaluate shipping activity,' Ray said. 'These unprecedented insights are delivering immense value, and new use cases are being discovered daily as the AI vendor race intensifies with the ever-expanding volume of available data.' Currently, the raw data that fuels Earth intelligence is primarily collected and analyzed by governments. However, there is a shift taking place. In fact, Gartner predicts that by 2030, enterprises will be spending more on Earth intelligence than governments and military bodies combined, accounting for more than 50% of total Earth intelligence, up from less than 15% in 2024. 'As private technology and service providers begin to dominate Earth intelligence, they have the opportunity to sell data, models and applications to companies that lack the resources to analyze data for themselves,' Ray said. 'Earth intelligence will lead to new markets and offerings for data, models, stand-alone tools and applications as well as capabilities to embed within existing applications. This represents a massive business opportunity for technology product and service providers.' New economics are evolving because very low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites are cheaper to build and launch, and these satellites are watching the earth in new ways. Radar and hyperspectral techniques see things which used to be invisible, and revisit times can be an hour or less. Private companies are also experimenting with VLEO (very low Earth orbit) which can deliver a resolution as low as 10 cm. That's small enough to spot a mouse. 'This is driving, and will continue to drive, massive amounts of Earth observation data. Combining satellite data with ground observation data from sensors and drones further enhances Earth intelligence value,' said Ray. 'This is where AI plays a critical role. Unlike many domains, there is a plethora of data. But that data needs to be engineered into fit-for-purpose information to feed industry- and function-specific AI models.' Additional information is available to Gartner clients in the report, High-Tech FutureSight: Earth Intelligence Is an Emerging Multibillion Dollar AI Vendor Race, and Emerging Tech: Top Use Cases for Earth Intelligence in Production Measurement. Gartner for High Tech Leaders and Providers equips tech leaders and their teams with role-based best practices, industry insights and strategic views into emerging trends and market changes to achieve their mission-critical priorities and build the successful organizations of tomorrow. Additional information is available at X and LinkedIn using #GartnerHT. Visit the Gartner Newsroom for more information and insights. About Gartner Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT) delivers actionable, objective insight that drives smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization's mission-critical priorities. To learn more, visit
