Satellite Remote Sensing Blog

Discover how Geofem uses satellite data to assess geohazards, with three real-world case studies showcasing how we support risk-informed engineering decisions.

In January 2026, a major landslide occurred near Niscemi in southern Sicily, where heavy rainfall associated with Storm Harry triggered the collapse of an approximately 4 km section of cliff.   The event developed rapidly at the surface, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and triggering the evacuation of over 1000 residents.  Using InSAR to detect historical ground motion trends  Using InSAR , Geofem analysed long-term ground deformation patterns to better understa

A dam holding back billions of tonnes of water is a symbol of immense power. But what if its greatest threat isn't a dramatic earthquake, but an unnoticed shift in the ground no bigger than the thickness of a coin? For the world’s critical hydropower infrastructure, this early invisible danger is one of the most serious risks.    These tiny movements—a slow sinking of the ground or a subtle deformation in the concrete—are key indicators of potential geotechnical or structural