Espanaro Takes Leading Role in £2 Million UK Remote Sensing Innovation Project

Espanaro is delighted to announce that it has been chosen as one of only four organisations to participate in a prestigious £2 million UK government-funded project aimed at advancing remote sensing technologies for the monitoring and security of sensitive sites. This initiative, managed by the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) in partnership with the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), is part of the "Remote Monitoring of Sensitive Sites: Phase 2" competition.

Developing Next-Generation Remote Sensing Technologies

The project aims to enhance the security of sensitive and legacy sites, particularly in the defence and nuclear sectors, by developing an Autonomous Security Alarm and Interdiction Network (ASAIN). This network will autonomously monitor, detect, and respond to potential security breaches, reducing the need for human intervention and improving safety and cost-efficiency.

Espanaro's contribution focuses on leveraging its product, Consilium —an advanced remote sensing solution designed to provide real-time monitoring and analysis through AI-driven analytics and multi-sensor data fusion. Consilium is uniquely positioned to support this project by integrating seamlessly with existing systems to offer a complete, autonomous security solution. The system's ability to process vast amounts of data from various sensors makes it ideal for monitoring high-security sites, detecting potential threats, and providing early alerts to human operators.

Project Significance and Impact

The Remote Monitoring of Sensitive Sites project represents a significant step forward in developing cost-effective and safer monitoring solutions. By funding four innovators, including Espanaro, the project underscores the UK government's commitment to maintaining and improving security measures across its nuclear estate, which spans 17 sites and covers around 950 hectares of land with over 800 buildings.

The competition specifically targets solutions for lower-risk sites where defueling is nearly complete, and nuclear security measures can be gradually scaled back. The goal is to implement technologies that maintain security while reducing costs and ensuring the continued safety of personnel and communities around these sites.

Moving Towards Live Testing

The four selected organisations, including Espanaro, will begin testing their innovations in live environments on NDA sites in 2025. This will culminate in a demonstration event in early 2026, where stakeholders from across the defence, security, and nuclear decommissioning sectors will evaluate the performance of these cutting-edge technologies.

Espanaro’s Continued Commitment to Innovation

Espanaro’s selection for this project reflects its ongoing commitment to driving technological innovation in security and remote sensing. Through Consilium, Espanaro aims to contribute to a safer and more efficient future for site monitoring, ensuring that the UK remains at the forefront of security technology.

For more information about the project and Espanaro's role, please visit the Defence and Security Accelerator website:

(https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sensing-success-2-million-in-contracts-awarded-to-fund-remote-sensing-technologies).