RIDE! Reveals Official Mission Patch for Deep Blue RIDE! Launch Mission: A SatRev 6U-XL satellite aboard Falcon 9, Transporter-12

Paris, January 13th, 2025 – RIDE! is excited to present the official mission patch for Deep Blue RIDE! mission. Set to be launched aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 as part of the Transporter-12 mission, this SatRev's satellite is aimed at monitoring Blue Carbon in oceanic ecosystems, particularly around the South Korean region. The patch reflects the mission’s goal and draws inspiration from the popular film Deep Blue Sea.

Deep Blue RIDE! Mission Overview

At the heart of Deep Blue RIDE! Launch Mission is the BlueBon satellite, a compact 6U-XL cubesat developed by SatRev. The satellite will capture 3.8-meter optical observation imagery and use multi-spectral technology to monitor marine ecosystems. The data gathered will provide critical insights into the Blue Carbon project, which investigates the capacity of oceans and coastal ecosystems to absorb and store carbon dioxide, playing a vital role in climate regulation.

This mission focuses on key oceanic regions, particularly the waters surrounding South Korea, delivering invaluable data that supports global conservation efforts to protect marine ecosystems under threat from climate change.

Mission Patch Design: Pop Culture Meets Science

The name Deep Blue RIDE! and the patch colors are in line with RIDE!’s tradition of drawing from pop culture and they pay homage to the Deep Blue Sea movie. Blue as the ocean and to wink the name of the film.

The BlueBon satellite is seen orbiting above the ocean, symbolizing its focus on ocean observation and environmental monitoring. The satellite’s path is reflected against the deep blue expanse of the sea, highlighting the mission’s focus on Blue Carbon ecosystems such as seagrasses, mangroves, and salt marshes.

In the forefront, the Falcon 9 rocket, set to carry the satellite aboard Transporter-12, is featured prominently.

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About RIDE!

RIDE! is a leader in space launch mission management, offering expertise in supporting innovative satellite missions that address global challenges. In partnership with companies like SatRev and Impulse Space, RIDE! is dedicated to driving space launch missions forward, while contributing to our client's missions objectives.

Stay tuned for the launch of Deep Blue RIDE! and follow RIDE! on social media for live updates on the mission’s progress.

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