Our Mission

Decisions are only as good as the information they are based on. At PhotoSat, we passionately believe that better data leads to better decisions.

It is our mission to support safe and responsible projects – from infrastructure construction to resource development – around the world. We deliver data and associated insights that geologists and engineers can rely on.

Our Values

Desire to be the best.

We leverage the best in satellite technology with proprietary technology to deliver unique data insights to engineers and geologists around the world.

Always create value.

We believe in creating value for our clients. We strive to understand each client’s’ challenges and create innovative solutions to meet each challenge, from digital elevation models to alteration maps.

We’ve got your back.

Collaboration is crucial to success. Our teams work cross-functionally every day to deliver best-in-class geospatial data. We actively foster a culture of support, teamwork, and mutual respect.

Gerry Mitchell, P.Geo.

PhotoSat was founded in 1993 by Gerry Mitchell, a Professional Geophysicist and Professional Geoscientist.

Gerry attended the University of British Columbia, earning his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Geophysics .

Before stepping out as an entrepreneur, Gerry gained professional experience at a senior technical level in both hydrocarbon and mining exploration. In a career spanning two decades, Gerry held several positions at BP, including Senior Mining Geophysicist for Canada and Senior Seismic Specialist for West Canada Basin Oil and Gas Exploration. Later he relocated to London, England, where he continued his career with BP as a Remote Sensing Specialist for Frontier and International Oil and Gas Exploration.

It was in these technical roles that Gerry saw the impacts of poor-quality data on a project. From topographic errors to false positives in alteration mapping, any error could seriously delay or derail a project.

In 1993, Gerry moved back to Canada where he founded PhotoSat. Over the years, he built a talented and multi-disciplinary team of professionals. By 2004, PhotoSat started developing data processing systems for special applications to satellite imagery.

In 2021, Gerry stepped down as president, but remains actively involved as the Company Director.

Better Data for Better Decisions

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