DGI 2026

23 - 25 February 2026

Queen Elizabeth II Centre, London

John Bowers

John Bowers

Head of New Business Geointelligence MDA Space

Day 1 | 23rd February 2026

2:20 PM Industry Presentation - Dark Fleet Detection and Monitoring enabled through Space-Based technology

  • Ensuring safety and security of the ocean and ocean-going vessels is critical 
  • The so called “dark fleet” or “shadow fleet” are responsible for evading compliance, safety regulations, and contravening sovereignty. 
  • This presentation will discuss how the application of space-SAR and other sensor data combined with near-realtime CONOPS and cross-cueing can provide significant intelligence input to authorities to manage their maritime domain. 


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