Maxar Technologies is a leading global provider of advanced space technology solutions. Founded in 1969 as MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates (MDA) in Vancouver, Canada, the company adopted its current name in 2017 after acquiring DigitalGlobe, a U. S.

-based provider of high-resolution Earth imagery. Maxar Technologies is headquartered in Westminster, Colorado, United States. The company specializes in the development and provision of cutting-edge satellite imagery, geospatial data, analytics, and space infrastructure solutions.

Its flagship product, WorldView, offers the highest-resolution satellite imagery available commercially. Maxar Technologies also operates a fleet of Earth observation satellites and provides services such as satellite communications, space robotics, and spacecraft systems to government and commercial customers worldwide. With operations across six continents, Maxar Technologies maintains a global presence.

The company has noteworthy subsidiaries, including SSL (Space Systems Loral), which designs and builds advanced spacecraft systems, and Radiant Solutions, a geospatial data and analytics company. Maxar Technologies has also formed strategic partnerships and joint ventures with other industry leaders, such as Thales Alenia Space and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). Maxar Technologies is a market leader in the space technology industry, known for its cutting-edge products and expertise.

It holds a significant market share in global sales and enjoys a strong competitive position. The company's high-resolution imagery and advanced analytics solutions set it apart from competitors. In recent years, Maxar Technologies has undertaken major acquisitions and strategic developments.

The acquisition of DigitalGlobe expanded its satellite imagery capabilities and enhanced its geospatial data offerings. The company has also divested non-core assets to focus on its core space technology businesses. As of the latest available information, Maxar Technologies continues to play a critical role in the space industry.

The company remains at the forefront of innovative space technology solutions, leveraging its expertise to address the evolving needs of government and commercial customers worldwide