About us

We deliver best-in-class intelligence to wildland firefighters

Using thermal intelligence, satellite technology, and real-time insights, we help first responders and decision-makers safeguard communities, reduce risks, and build a more resilient future.

 

 

About us

We deliver best-in-class intelligence to wildland firefighters

Using thermal intelligence, satellite technology, and real-time insights, we help first responders and decision-makers safeguard communities, reduce risks, and build a more resilient future.

 

 

Company

Global, disciplined, engaged

We are the global leader in thermal detection, primarily serving advanced wildland firefighting. Through cutting-edge satellite technology, innovative analytics, and real-time insights, we help decision-makers protect critical resources, minimize risks, and enhance resilience. From early wildfire detection and predictive fire modeling to post-fire assessments, our solutions provide the intelligence needed to respond swiftly and effectively. Committed to innovation and sustainability, we strive to create a safer, more resilient world for future generations.

 

Purpose

Driving resilience through innovation

At OroraTech, we believe real-time intelligence is key to protecting lives, resources, and the environment. Our mission is to equip decision-makers with space-based insights, enabling faster, smarter planning and responses to wildfires and prescribed burns.

Vision

We deliver the best wildland fire intelligence to protect lives, sustain resources, and create a safer, more resilient future for our communities and lands.

Mission

We provide critical insights to crews, incident commanders, and stakeholders, helping them act faster with more complete situational awareness.

Timeline

Our journey & historical milestones

From a university project to a global leader in wildfire monitoring, we’ve pushed the boundaries of space-based thermal intelligence. Since 2018, we've launched cutting-edge technologies—from the Wildfire Solution platform to predictive fire modeling and an expanding satellite network—advancing real-time insights and strengthening disaster response capabilities.

2018 – Launch of OroraTech

OroraTech is founded by Thomas Grübler, Rupert Amann, Florian Mauracher and Björn Stoffers, transforming a university project into a mission to revolutionize wildfire monitoring with space-based thermal intelligence.

2023 - Growing the space-based sensor network

FOREST-2 joins OroraTech’s proprietary sensor network, improving wildfire detection, real-time monitoring, and data accuracy to enhance disaster response and risk management.

2023 – OroraTech chosen for Canada's WildFireSat mission

The Canadian Space Agency selects OroraTech and our partner Spire to develop the nation's first dedicated wildfire satellite. WildFireSat will close the "afternoon gap" in fire monitoring and protect 1/4 of the world's boreal forests.

2024 – OroraTech wins NASA JPL wildfire monitoring contract

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory awards OroraTech and our partner Spire a contract to develop a new wildfire solution. The partnership is a leap forward for safeguarding the lands of the United States.

2025 – Opening of Denver headquarters

OroraTech commits the world's best thermal satellite network to the United States. Our Denver office opens to better serve our U.S. partners and clients.

2025 – Idaho fully adopts OroraTech's solutions

The Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) partners with OroraTech to deploy our wildfire solutions statewide. Our satellites and user platform allows IDL to monitor all fires, those both remote and close to home.

Leadership

Meet the experts driving our mission

Our leadership team brings expertise, innovation, and passion to wildfire detection and disaster resilience. Get to know the people behind OroraTech, their roles, and the experiences that shape our vision.

Thomas Grübler

Co-founder & CEO USA

Steve Maisonet

Director of Sales

Robert LaMacchia

Director of Accounts & Growth

Stephen Murdock

Senior Manager, Utility Solutions

Cardo Andrade

Customer Success Manager

Madlyn Strobel

Operations Manager

Halsey Payne

Marketing Manager

Mac Cowley

Sales Development Representative

Martin Langer

CEO

Axel Roenneke

CCO

Viktor Gauk

CFO

Ignacio Zuleta

CTPO

Marina Pott

Head of People & Culture

Florian Mauracher

Head of Product Development & Co-founder

Julia Gottfriedsen

Head of Data & AI

Lisa-Katharina Habich

Head of Business Development

Kim Feuerbacher

Group Product Manager Smart Data

Martin Herkommer

Head of Sales

Korbinian Würl

Group Product Manager Clean Data

Liene Lapsevska

Head of Marketing & Communications

Firat Sackirkan

Head of Production

Ivona Vrljic

Deputy Head of Marketing & Communications

Konstantin Pieper

Deputy Head of Sales

Ioannis Lantouris

Head of Operations Greece

Lucas Krempel

Head of Payload Engineering

Lisa Martin Perez

Head of PMO

Rupert Amann

Head of Satellite Development & Co-founder
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