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Business Wire
2 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Planet Ships Two More Pelicans to Launch Site; Announces Production Line Now Fully Ramped
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, today announced it has shipped its Pelican-3 and Pelican-4 satellites to Vandenberg Space Force Base ahead of their launch aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket. Planet's satellite production line is now fully ramped and operational, with multiple Pelican and Tanager satellites currently in production – demonstrating a proven ability to rapidly manufacture large fleets of Earth-imaging satellites at scale. Planet has launched and deployed over 650 Earth observation satellites to date. 'Building on our recently-announced satellite service partnerships in Asia and Europe, we've ramped up production of our Pelican fleet,' said Will Marshall, Co-Founder and CEO of Planet. 'Launching these additional satellites enables us to more rapidly respond to market needs. With high resolution, low latency, and NVIDIA's lightning-fast GPU onboard, Pelicans are the optimal satellites to meet the demands of the AI transformation.' This is one of several upcoming Pelican launches scheduled for this year. These Gen 1 Pelican satellites are built to provide up to 40 cm class resolution imagery across 6 multispectral bands optimized for cross-sensor analysis. They are also equipped with NVIDIA Jetson AI chips to facilitate on-orbit computing at the edge, helping accelerate the delivery of valuable insights to customers. The second generation Pelican satellites, launching beginning next year, are expected to reach 30 cm. 'It's incredible to see the progress the team has made with the Pelican program. Each launch marks a significant milestone in building a constellation that allows rapid, intraday global revisits and helps our customers solve the problems that challenge them,' said Brian Lewis, Mission Director, Pelican. 'Whether it's more urgently responding to natural disasters or providing critical defense and intelligence awareness, Pelicans are foundational to Planet's mission to use space to improve life on Earth. The continued expansion of this fleet will help us achieve a more secure, stable, and sustainable future.' This pod of Pelican spacecraft will supplement Planet's fleet of tasking satellites, providing significant additional capacity for on-demand, high-resolution tasking for customers in sectors including defense and intelligence, civil government, and commercial enterprise. Planet plans to launch additional Pelican satellites over the next year. Designed and built to interoperate with other Planet spacecraft, Pelican aims to continue seamlessly enabling and empowering customer access to rapid, crisp, and dynamic imagery and data solutions. Learn more about Pelican capabilities here. About Planet Labs PBC Planet is a leading provider of global, daily satellite imagery and geospatial solutions. Planet is driven by a mission to image the world every day, and make change visible, accessible and actionable. Founded in 2010 by three NASA scientists, Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest Earth observation fleet of imaging satellites. Planet provides mission-critical data, advanced insights, and software solutions to customers comprising the world's leading agriculture, forestry, intelligence, education and finance companies and government agencies, enabling users to simply and effectively derive unique value from satellite imagery. Planet is a public benefit corporation listed on the New York Stock Exchange as PL. To learn more visit and follow us on X (formerly Twitter) or tune in to HBO's 'Wild Wild Space'. Forward-looking Statements Certain statements contained in this press release are 'forward-looking statements' about Planet within the meaning of the securities laws, including statements about the expansion of the high resolution capacity of Planet's fleet, the delivery of such capacity to Planet customers, and the Company's ability to realize any of the potential benefits from product and satellite launches, either as designed, within the expected time frame, in a cost-effective manner, or at all. Such statements, which are not of historical fact, involve estimates, assumptions, judgments and uncertainties. There are a number of factors that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those addressed in the forward-looking statements. Such factors are detailed in Planet's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Planet does not undertake an obligation to update its forward-looking statements to reflect future events, except as required by applicable law.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
NBA Trade Idea Lands Nuggets A Fearless Defender
NBA Trade Idea Lands Nuggets A Fearless Defender originally appeared on Fadeaway World. The Denver Nuggets will be heading into the upcoming season with one of the most complete rosters in the NBA. When looking at the additions the team has made in the offseason, the Nuggets boast depth at almost every position. But they aren't the only team that has gotten better. Teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder will remain powerful, while others like the Los Angeles teams have cultivated roster strength through free agency signings. In this regard, Denver could look at adding some more depth to their roster, particularly in the backcourt rotation, to improve their defense. With the New Orleans Pelicans becoming a potential trade partner, we explore a trade idea that allows the Nuggets to acquire a fearless defensive guard. Proposed Trade Details Denver Nuggets Receive: Jose Alvarado New Orleans Pelicans Receive: Hunter Tyson, Jalen Pickett, 2032 second-round pick A trade for Jose Alvarado could be of interest to Denver, primarily because of what he might bring to the team. While Alvarado has been a key rotation player for the Pelicans, there is an expectation that he could see a reduction in playing time. This may be attributed to the recent moves the Pelicans have made. With the acquisition of Jordan Poole and the imminent return of Dejounte Murray, New Orleans features a very potent backcourt duo. While Alvarado was always viewed as a bench player, he started in 23 games last season. The subsequent increase in playing time allowed him to showcase his abilities on both ends of the floor, as he averaged 10.3 points, 2.4 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. While this would put the 27-year-old in a solid position to retain his place on the team, the Pelicans may opt to go in a different direction. After drafting a talented young guard in Jeremiah Fears, the veteran guard may see his role on the roster come under threat. Fears is still a long way away from being ready, as his defensive instincts and physical strength need work. But given the timeline the Pelicans appear to be on, they may show a preference to develop their rookie into a solid rotation piece. This paves the way for the Nuggets to inquire about Alvarado, who is at the risk of becoming dispensable. The Pelicans guard is known for his feisty defensive work. His iconic backcourt sneak attacks earned him the nickname "Grand Theft Alvarado". While being a defensive threat, Alvarado is also a solid point guard in general. His playmaking and outside shooting ability make him a threat on offense, and his on-court communication is also a key factor in rallying the second unit. The Nuggets don't possess a playmaking point guard at the current juncture. Nikola Jokic's high usage rate is attributed to his role as the primary facilitator, and with Russell Westbrook leaving in free agency, the Nuggets don't have enough players to take on this role. Alvarado may not be the answer in the traditional sense. But his hustle and smarts could make an impact when players like Jamal Murray or Christian Braun are off the floor. In many ways, the guard is reminiscent of former Nuggets player Facundo Campazzo. Considering the impact Campazzo had off the bench, the Nuggets could see Alvarado playing a similar role for story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jul 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pelicans' Zion Williamson gets $39.4 million contract update
Zion Williamson isn't going anywhere. At least, not yet. The New Orleans Pelicans had to decide by this week whether they'd guarantee Williamson's $39.4 million salary for the 2025-26 season. According to The Athletic, they've chosen to indeed guarantee the deal. Here's the breakdown from The Athletic's William Guillory: If the Pelicans had placed Williamson on waivers before Tuesday, they would've been on the hook for only a portion of his $39.4 million salary for the upcoming season. The final two seasons of his contract would have also been wiped off the books. Instead, New Orleans remains committed to its oft-injured star, hoping he can pick up where he left off last season and again show potential as a franchise cornerstone. Given his extensive injury history, the Pelicans included stipulations to Williamson's current contract to protect the team in case the former No. 1 pick continued to miss significant time due to injuries or ongoing issues with conditioning. Twenty percent of Williamson's salary for each season becomes guaranteed if he passes all six of his weigh-in checkpoints during the prior season, another 40 percent if he plays in at least 41 games in the previous season, an additional 20 percent if he plays in at least 51 and the final 20 percent if he plays in at least 61 games. MORE: LeBron James trade, buyout rumors take 180-degree turn Williamson played in 30 games in 2024-25. Still just 25 years old, Williamson shone brightly on the court. He averaged 24.6 points, 7.2 rebounds and a career-high 5.3 assists per game. Williamson has often seemed to be involved in trade rumors in his time in New Orleans. It's a tricky situation, given Williamson's immense talent but also propensity to get hurt. In the end, the Pelicans couldn't really choose to get rid of him for nothing. His contract is locked in for this season, and they can figure out how to proceed from here. MORE NBA NEWS: Syracuse legend Carmelo Anthony named greatest college basketball player of the millenium Lakers don't want former No. 1 pick in a trade Victor Wembanyama's real reason for training with Chinese monks revealed Pacers' All-Star seeking NBA comeback after 2 years missed from injury Yang Hansen has seized his first NBA opportunity Bronny James' voice sounds exactly like LeBron's
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pelicans rookie Derik Queen out at least 3 months after surgery for torn wrist ligament
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Pelicans rookie Derik Queen is likely to miss at least the start of training camp after having surgery Friday to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist. Queen was hurt Tuesday while playing in an NBA Summer League game. The Pelicans said he would be evaluated again in approximately 12 weeks, which would be after camps have begun. The procedure Friday was to address a torn scapholunate ligament. It was performed by Dr. Steven Shin in Los Angeles. The 6-foot-9 Queen was the Big Ten freshman of the year after averaging 16.5 points for Maryland. His buzzer-beater against Colorado State in the second round of the NCAA Tournament sent the Terrapins into the Sweet 16, where they lost to eventual national champion Florida. He was taken with the No. 13 pick in the draft by Atlanta and the Pelicans acquired his rights in a trade. ___ AP NBA: The Associated Press
Forbes
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Pelicans Leave Summer League Believing 'Sky Is The Limit' For Jeremiah Fears
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 12: Jeremiah Fears #0 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives against Bronny ... More James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half of a 2025 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 12, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Getty Images Jeremiah Fears made a living in the paint at Summer League. He is a blur with the ball in his hands. His ability to quickly shift gears, snap a crossover dribble, and leave his defender in the dust stands out. So did his struggles. The six-foot-four guard is only 182 pounds. When he elevates for a layup, contact tends to turn what should be two points into a miss, negating the impressive nature of his dash to the rim. In the New Orleans Pelicans' 94-81 loss to a noticeably improved Bronny James and the Los Angeles Lakers, Fears finished with 15 points on 5/21 shooting. He faired 4/9 in the restricted area and went 0/3 in the paint. "I like the aggressiveness, but we have to make some layups," said Corey Brewer, the Pelicans' head coach in Las Vegas. "He has to look at [the] film and make rim decisions. You have to be able to make it or kick it out." Understanding what Summer League is all about, especially for a top prospect like Fears, who New Orleans selected seventh overall, Brewer noted, "Rather him do it now than later." Fears reclassified to join the collegiate ranks quicker; he doesn't turn 19 until October. As Brewer told Forbes after the former put 22 points on the board and dished out four assists in a 113-104 victory vs. the Indiana Pacers on Friday, it's paramount to maintain perspective about his development. "Every game, he's learning, it's new," Brewer told Forbes. "He's going to get better and better. By game 40, 50 next year, he's going to be a totally different player." Center Hunter Dickinson, who joined New Orleans on a two-way deal on the heels of this year's NBA Draft, stressed a similar sentiment while gushing about what Fears' future might hold. "He's so talented, but then people [have] got to remember, he's so young, too. He's 18 years old and [has] got so much potential," Dickinson expressed to Forbes. "He's already a really good player now. So, sky's the limit for him." Pelicans see encouraging growth from Fears at Summer League In five games in Sin City, Fears averaged 5.0 turnovers. Entering Saturday's Summer League contests, that is the most among those to suit up for at least four, per He coughed the ball up five times in the Pelicans' Las Vegas finale against the Pacers. But in a sign of his competitive character, the former Oklahoma Sooners star was the only top-seven pick from this year's draft not to miss a matchup. He utilized those reps to flash signs of growth as a facilitator whom New Orleans can trust to take care of the ball. "His decision-making got a lot better," Brewer told Forbes. "[In the] first two games to the last game, he made a lot better reads. He got guys open shots. So, he's only going to continue to get better. He's only 18." That's also an area Brewer pointed to while telling Forbes where he wants to see Fears grow his game after leaving Las Vegas. "His decision-making," said Brewer. "It's the rim reads, coming out [of] the pick-and-roll reads, but it's anything. Every young player has to go through it. There's going to be growing pains for him, even during the year this year. Game-to-game, he's going to be learning." As Fears adds muscle and experience, his ability to get to the basket will become increasingly problematic for opponents. He has already proven that he can pile up points at the free-throw line. The Illinois native generated 6.4 free throws per tilt at Summer League. Entering Saturday's matchups, that was the eighth-most, per Granted, one shouldn't lose sight of the caliber of competition he faced. While Fears is a score-first guard, as he acclimates to playing on basketball's highest level, his ability to orchestrate New Orleans' offense will also grow. He was far from the most active off-ball player in this environment, but as his last name and No. 0 jersey combination suggest, he is fearless. The former Sooner will crash the glass, especially when his defender doesn't box him out. Fears parlayed three offensive rebounds into multiple baskets against Indiana in his Sin City finale. It's another example of his competitive character. Whether it was reclassifying or staying on the floor throughout Summer League, Fears' willingness to challenge himself is the other trait that bodes well for him maximizing his potential. Between that, offensive abilities that would shine in any environment, and an understanding of what will come with time, the Pelicans are understandably bullish on Jeremiah Fears' future.
