Serco's NadirEO to provide operational insights from Earth Observation data. The new NadirEO platform turns Earth Observation data into operational insight, bringing together multiple data sources, analytics and specialist partners to help organisations assess risk, monitor assets and make evidence-based decisions. October 4, 2026 Earth Observation data is becoming increasingly important for organisations managing climate risk, critical infrastructure and environmental compliance. To help organisations turn complex geospatial data into practical operational insight, Serco has launched NadirEO, an innovative and collaborative Earth Observation platform. Drawing on more than 40 years of experience supporting European space programmes, NadirEO brings together Earth Observation data, analytical services and specialist expertise within a single environment, helping organisations move more quickly from data to decision-making. NadirEO combines satellite, aerial, drone and ground-sensor data with other geolocated information, including open data and existing organisational datasets. It brings these sources together with analytical services and specialist expertise in a single platform, giving users access to ready-to-use analysis rather than standalone imagery or computing capacity. How actionable insights can be accessed through a single interface. NadirEO launches with 18 Earth Observation services available through a growing ecosystem of specialist partners, including Geoskop, Titan4 and Gisky. The platform enables organisations to access ready-to-use solutions for climate and geological risk assessment, wildfire monitoring, critical infrastructure monitoring and renewable energy asset management, without requiring specialist Earth Observation expertise. Initially focused on the energy, insurance, infrastructure and agriculture sectors, NadirEO allows users to obtain actionable insights from complex geospatial data through a simple and accessible interface. Additional services and partners will continue to be added as the ecosystem expands. Potential applications include assessing flood exposure across a portfolio of sites, identifying vegetation encroachment near power lines, monitoring changes around transport or utility networks and evaluating wildfire risk. Why usable and traceable analysis will deliver comprehensive and resilient data. The platform harmonises information from public satellite missions, commercial providers, airborne systems, Internet of Things sensors and partner datasets into a consistent data foundation. Its processing environment includes secure storage, automation and analytical tools, with artificial intelligence used to support pattern recognition, anomaly detection and plain-language navigation. Each result includes information on the data sources used, when they were acquired and how they were processed. This audit trail is intended to support decisions that may need to withstand regulatory, insurance, audit or governance scrutiny. Roberto Mulatti, Serco's Space Managing Director for Europe, said: "Earth Observation can provide valuable insight but using it effectively often requires specialist expertise and access to fragmented data and technology. NadirEO brings these elements together so that customers can focus on the decisions they need to make. It draws on Serco's long-standing experience in European space programmes and on the capabilities of a wider partner ecosystem." NadirEO also helps technology providers and analytics specialists reach new customers through the platform and deliver their solutions to the market faster.

Merseyrail named Passenger Operator of the Year at National Rail Awards. Last updated: September 18, 2026 4:06 pm Merseyrail is celebrating being named Passenger Operator of the Year at the National Rail Awards, one of the rail industry's most prestigious and highly sought-after awards. The National Rail Awards, held in London, recognise excellence from across the UK rail industry, celebrating organisations and individuals that are delivering exceptional services for customers, colleagues and communities. Winning Passenger Operator of the Year is a significant achievement and recognises the dedication, professionalism and commitment shown by colleagues across the organisation every day. The award reflects the collective effort of teams across the network, from those supporting customers to colleagues working behind the scenes to deliver a safe, reliable and customer-focused railway. Alongside winning Passenger Operator of the Year, Merseyrail also received further national recognition, being highly commended in both the Outstanding Teamwork Award and Outstanding Contribution to Society categories. The Outstanding Teamwork recognition celebrated the huge effort involved in delivering Grand National 2025, with colleagues from across the network working together to safely and efficiently move hundreds of thousands of racegoers to and from Aintree. The Outstanding Contribution to Society accolade recognised Merseyrail's Second Chances Programme, delivered in partnership with the Rebuilding Futures Alliance, which provides employment opportunities and support for those within the scheme. Together, these achievements showcase the positive impact of Merseyrail's people, from delivering excellent services for customers to supporting local communities and making a real difference across the Liverpool City Region. Interim Managing Director of Merseyrail, Suzanne Grant, said: "To be named Passenger Operator of the Year is an incredible achievement. This award is recognition of the hard work, commitment and professionalism that our colleagues show every single day. Whether supporting customers, keeping services running, working with our communities or improving the experience of travelling on our network, everyone at Merseyrail has played a part in this success." "To also be highly commended in both Outstanding Teamwork and Outstanding Contribution to Society makes this recognition even more special. These achievements demonstrate the strength of our people, our culture and our shared commitment to making a positive difference for our customers, communities and each other." Chief Executive Officer at Transport UK, Dominic Booth, said: "We are immensely proud to see Merseyrail recognised as Passenger Operator of the Year on the national stage, following a remarkable year. Merseyrail is proof of what happens when expert teams and targeted investments come together to bring real value to passengers and communities across the Liverpool City Region. From launching the new Digital Tap & Go system, which has already reached 2 million journeys, to building on £1.4bn in social value generated, this recognition is a testament to the extraordinary hard work of the entire team. Transport UK, in our joint venture with Serco, is proud to drive and support the continued success across the Merseyrail network." Managing Director of Serco's Transport operations, Simon Bailey, said: "It is an honour for Merseyrail to be named Passenger Operator of the Year and makes me extremely proud of the dedicated colleagues who strive every day to deliver for passengers. It has been a privilege to operate Merseyrail for over 20 years, and we are consistently the best performing train company in the country and this further recognition is a credit to everyone involved in delivering for people across Liverpool and Merseyside." Do you have a story for Stand Up For Southport? Do you need advertising, PR or media support? Please message Andrew Brown or email: [email protected]