Amid rapid growth in both commercial and military space programs, coupled with escalating threats to U.S. space assets, LeoLabs is steadily expanding its ground-based radar network and plans to deploy an advanced expeditionary radar in the Indo-Pacific region.
Recently, LeoLabs unveiled Scout — a next-generation mobile radar system designed to provide flexible and rapid space surveillance from anywhere in the world. As CEO Tony Fraser stated in a recent interview, the first Scout systems will be deployed to the Indo-Pacific by the end of this year. The company is actively negotiating with potential customers, aiming to scale production and broaden its geographic presence in the coming years.
Reports indicate that in 2024, LeoLabs tracked 253 successful satellite launches to low Earth orbit. Of these, 155 were conducted by the U.S., while 86 were carried out by geopolitical competitors, including China, which accounted for 65 launches. This expansion is intended to provide more comprehensive and detailed orbital coverage, with a particular focus on the Indo-Pacific region.
LeoLabs is confident that the introduction of Scout — partially funded under the 2024 Small Business Innovation Research program — will not only extend its own network but also offer clients flexible solutions. Customers will be able to either purchase and operate Scout radars independently or lease capacity for specific regions, allowing them to tailor their space surveillance needs to evolving conditions and objectives.