MDA Space Opens CHORUS Control Centre Ahead of Late-2026 Launch
Event summary
- MDA Space opened its MDA CHORUS™ Control Centre in St-Bruno-de-Montarville, Québec, on August 11, 2026.
- The control centre will serve as the operational hub for the upcoming MDA CHORUS™ satellite constellation launch in late 2026.
- MDA CHORUS™ is designed to provide extensive dual-band synthetic aperture radar imaging with a 700 km-wide swath and sub-metre high-resolution images.
- The facility consolidates satellite mission operations expertise, supporting full-scope operations from command and control to data delivery.
The big picture
MDA Space's opening of the CHORUS Control Centre marks a critical step in its strategy to dominate the Earth observation market with advanced synthetic aperture radar technology. The facility's operational readiness is key as the company prepares to launch one of the most extensive dual-band imaging constellations, targeting both commercial and government customers. This move aligns with the broader trend of increased investment in space-based intelligence and surveillance capabilities.
What we're watching
- Launch Timeline
- Whether MDA Space can maintain its schedule for the late-2026 launch and early-2027 commercial operations.
- Market Demand
- How global demand for Earth observation data will impact the adoption of MDA CHORUS™ services.
- Operational Efficiency
- The effectiveness of the new control centre in managing the dual-band satellite constellation operations.