Russia's Sputnix Prepares to Launch (KinoSputnik) Satellite for 0.8m High-Resolution Earth Imaging

 The Russian private company "Sputnix" announced today, Thursday, April 23, 2026, its intention to launch its new "KinoSputnik" satellite for high-resolution imaging before the end of this year. The company explained that the satellite, built on the advanced "Pallada" platform, is capable of capturing Earth images with a resolution of up to 0.8 meters, allowing it to be used for infrastructure monitoring, construction tracking, and supporting various economic sectors. This step is part of the Russian National Space Project to create a constellation of small satellites in low orbits to enhance remote sensing capabilities.