Satellite Remote Sensing
Image: The Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite in orbit. Source: Copernicus EU, ESA.
Processing and analysis of satellite data for science, planning, and marine management
The Satellite Remote Sensing Facility of ICTS SOCIB enables systematic and long-term monitoring of the ocean and the coast. This facility provides access to essential ocean variables (such as sea surface temperature, salinity, ocean color, sea level, currents, and surface winds), as well as to key indicators (for example, marine heatwaves).
By combining satellite products from the Copernicus Marine Service with multiplatform observations and models, the facility develops applications that deliver continuous and updated information on the state of the ocean, its variability, and the changes it undergoes — from extreme events to variations observed over recent decades.
Progress is also being made in integrating additional products derived from Earth Observation satellite missions, with the aim of monitoring regionally relevant variables in the coastal areas of the Balearic Islands, such as water quality, bathymetry, and the extent of seagrass meadows.
Overall, the Satellite Remote Sensing Facility strengthens the capacity for monitoring, visualizing, and understanding the ocean, contributing to the development of regional digital twin prototypes and science-based solutions for climate change adaptation.
Continuous ocean and coastal monitoring from space
The Satellite Remote Sensing Facility enables the continuous and long-term monitoring of critical oceanic and coastal phenomena, such as marine heatwaves and sea level rise. Through the processing of satellite data, the facility facilitates the understanding of changes in the ocean and along the coast, providing valuable information for marine environment management.
These data support the scientific community, environmental managers, and other professionals in making informed decisions, helping to protect and manage marine and coastal ecosystems.
Access the Satellite Remote Sensing Facility Applications
We offer satellite data-based applications that enable the monitoring, visualisation, and analysis of oceanic and coastal variables, including sea surface temperature, sea level, ocean currents, and water quality. These tools facilitate the monitoring of phenomena such as marine heatwaves and support informed decision-making for the management of the marine environment.
Sub-regional Mediterranean Sea Indicators
Web application that displays key ocean indicators on the state and variability of the Mediterranean Sea, such as temperature, salinity, and sea level, at subregional scale and across different temporal scales.
Sub-regional Mediterranean Marine Heatwaves
Web application that enables the exploration of marine heatwaves in the Mediterranean Sea, from the real-time detection of events to the long-term variations in their characteristics.
TIAMAT Observatory
Web application that provides monitoring of the state and variability of the ocean across different temporal scales in National Parks with marine systems, displaying variables such as temperature, salinity, chlorophyll, sea level, and water quality.
SOCIB Satellite Imagery
Web application that processes ocean data from satellite products, generating information on the state of the western Mediterranean to support oceanographic campaigns.
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ICTS SOCIB develops tools for the access, visualisation, download, management, and analysis of metocean data. Explore the full catalogue of available tools.
Contact the team
Mélanie Juza
Specialist scientist and programmer, responsible for the Satellite Remote Sensing Facility.
Jesús Soriano González
Specialist scientist in remote sensing for ocean digital twins.
Collaboration Networks
The Satellite Remote Sensing Facility of ICTS SOCIB works closely with international and European programmes, as well as scientific and technological networks at European, national, and regional levels. These collaborations reflect SOCIB’s commitment to integrated, coordinated, and socially responsive observation. Additionally, it maintains partnerships with other public and private entities, enabling connections with end users and management bodies. This collaboration enhances ocean and coastal observation, improves predictive models, strengthens the social impact of science, and supports informed decision-making regarding the marine environment.
Know more about our facilities
Metocean Data Repository
Glider Fleet
Research Vessel
Lagrangian Platforms
Fixed Platforms
HF Coastal Radar
Beach Monitoring
Satellite Remote Sensing
Modelling and Forecasting
