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Bahrain ’ s leap towards smart cities : leveraging Planet Labs ’ SkySat data for advanced urban planning
Planet Labs PBC , a leading provider of daily data and insights about Earth , has announced that their SkySat data has been leveraged by the government of the Kingdom of Bahrain , the Kingdom ’ s Survey and Land Registration Bureau ( SLRB ), to enhance urban planning initiatives nationwide . In collaboration with Planet Labs , Aetosky ( formerly known as SkyMap Global ) has implemented an advanced urban planning system . This turnkey solution integrates AI-enabled change detection technology with Planet ’ s high-resolution satellite imagery , exemplifying a sophisticated approach to modern urban management .
“ This advanced technology marks a significant leap forward , further enhancing our ability to track and manage construction and environmental changes across the Kingdom of Bahrain , with unprecedented efficiency , speed and accuracy . This , in turn , feeds into the development of the country ’ s smart cities , sustainable agricultural practices and proactive environmental protection ”
Leveraging Planet ’ s SkySat 50cm satellite imagery , Planet partner Aetosky has enabled government authorities in the Kingdom of Bahrain to deploy this comprehensive urban planning system , covering 850sq kilometres . This sophisticated system integrates Planet ’ s high-resolution satellite data with Aetosky ’ s advanced Change Detection Analysis capabilities to monitor and categorise various changes in the region , including modifications to existing buildings , rooftop alterations , vegetation shifts and water changes . This innovative approach has led to an increase in effectiveness of building permit validation activities by the municipalities , highlighting the system ’ s significant impact on efficient urban management and planning .
“ The Kingdom of Bahrain is making remarkably innovative strides in enabling smart city planning by leveraging cutting-edge satellite data and AI ,” said Will Marshall , CEO and Co-founder of Planet . “ This project has demonstrated how governments can embrace smart change detection systems to automate their projects , saving time and resources . We look forward to helping countries across the world to follow suit .”
The government of the Kingdom of Bahrain now receives regular biweekly updates , facilitating the tracking and analysis of developments , infrastructure changes and environmental alterations , such as urban greenspaces and coastline activities . The new system , powered with Planet ’ s data , incorporates proprietary data cube technology , enabling the cataloguing and management of spatial-temporal datasets . This technology empowers the SLRB to
automatically extract and analyse changes across the entire country , significantly reducing monitoring time , identifying new activities on a national scale and directing resources more cost-effectively .
“ This advanced technology marks a significant leap forward , further enhancing our ability to track and manage construction and environmental changes across the Kingdom of Bahrain , with unprecedented efficiency , speed and accuracy . This , in turn , feeds into the development of the country ’ s smart cities , sustainable agricultural practices and proactive environmental protection ,” stated H . E Eng . Basim Yacob Alhamer , President of the Survey and Land Registration Bureau . “ This collaboration epitomises the Kingdom of Bahrain ’ s dedication to harnessing the power of cuttingedge technology to propel our nation towards a future defined by sustainable development and intelligent urban planning .”
The implementation of change detection using satellite data in the Kingdom of Bahrain is a significant advancement for smart city planning . By tracking and categorising changes in urban development , infrastructure and vegetation , the system provides essential data for urban planners and policymakers . This supports informed decision-making , promoting sustainable growth , optimising resource allocation and enhancing city functionality . The initiative aligns with smart city principles , contributing to more efficient , resilient and environmentally friendly urban spaces .
With access to Planet ’ s bi-weekly satellite data , analysis-ready time series data management solutions and AI-enhanced Change Detection Analysis , the Kingdom of Bahrain ’ s SLRB now serves as a centralised data hub . This hub supports various government departments . Leveraging Planet ’ s satellite imagery , this collaborative approach addresses environmental monitoring , transportation and municipal response throughout the region . �
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