Tunisia - Startup under 3 years old

Describe your project or startup in a few words

NextAV leverages AI-driven superresolution to enhance public satellite imagery, providing affordable, high-resolution data for environmental monitoring, agriculture, and smart cities. We enable weekly and cost-effective insights for diverse sectors.

01.01 Describe your startup in more detail

NextAV is revolutionizing the geospatial industry with its AI-driven super-resolution technology, which transforms public satellite imagery into high-resolution data. By enhancing the detail and clarity of satellite images, we provide cost-effective and frequent (weekly) updates that are essential for various sectors including oil and gas, mining, environmental monitoring, and smart city development. In the environmental sector, our solution enables precise methane leakage detection and ecosystem health monitoring. For agriculture, we offer dynamic mapping and crop health assessment, promoting sustainable practices. In smart cities, our technology aids in green zone monitoring and energy efficiency by identifying buildings with poor insulation. With the Earth observation market projected to grow from $8B today to $20B by 2030, and the broader analytics and digital transformation market exceeding $100B, NextAV is poised to make a significant impact.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

NextAV is tackling the challenge of accessing high-resolution satellite imagery, which has traditionally been prohibitively expensive and difficult to obtain for many industries and organizations. This limitation hinders accurate environmental monitoring, efficient resource management, and effective urban planning. By leveraging AI-driven super-resolution techniques, NextAV enhances the detail and quality of publicly available satellite images, making them more accessible and affordable. Our solution aims to democratize high-resolution satellite imagery, enabling better decision-making and insights across various sectors such as agriculture, environmental monitoring, smart city development, and energy management.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your startup provides (at least 3).

1) Cost-Effectiveness: NextAV provides high-resolution satellite imagery at a fraction of the cost of traditional providers. This makes advanced geospatial data accessible to a wider range of users, from small businesses to large enterprises. 2) Frequent Updates: Our technology enables weekly revisits of satellite imagery, ensuring users have up-to-date information for timely decision-making. This is particularly crucial for applications in environmental monitoring, agriculture, and urban planning. 3) Enhanced Detail: By applying AI-driven super-resolution techniques, we significantly enhance the clarity and detail of satellite images. This allows for more precise analysis and better-informed decisions, whether it's detecting methane leaks, assessing crop health, or monitoring urban green zones.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your startup’s product/service is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

NextAV's product is designed to serve a diverse range of stakeholders who rely on accurate and timely geospatial data. Our primary beneficiaries include: Oil and Gas Industry: Companies in this sector can use our technology to detect oil and methane leaks improving environmental compliance, third party interference, and geohazards. < Agricultural Sector: Farmers and agribusinesses benefit from our crop health assessments and yield predictions, facilitating more efficient and sustainable farming practices. Environmental Monitoring Agencies: Organizations focused on environmental conservation can use our imagery to monitor ecosystem health and track changes over time. Urban Planners and Smart City Developers: Our high-resolution images help in planning and managing urban green spaces, enhancing energy efficiency, and improving overall city infrastructure. Government and NGOs: These entities can utilize our data for resource allocation and policy-making.

01.05 When was your company established?

2021-08-18

01.06 Are you already selling your product/service?

Yes

01.07 How many other owners are there within your startup?

2

01.08 Among the other owners, how many are female?

0

01.09 Please describe the profile of the other owners within your startup (skills, experience, etc.)

Hichem Mokni is a seasoned entrepreneur and technology innovator with a passion for revolutionizing the geospatial industry. With a Master's degree in Computer Science from RWTH Aachen University in Germany, he brings a strong technical background to his ventures. Hichem's journey began as a research assistant at the Fraunhofer FKIE research institute in Germany, where he focused on aerial vision projects for seven years. His expertise in aerial cartography and photography led him to serve as the R&D Director at AVIONAV, a regional ultralight aircraft manufacturer in Tunisia. In 2021, Hichem co-founded NextAV, a geospatial startup aimed at democratizing access to high-quality satellite imagery. His vision is to leverage AI and machine learning to enhance the resolution of satellite images, providing sharper, more detailed insights into our world.

01.10 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link(s) here:

https://nextav.ai/

01.11 Which industry best describes your project?

h) IT (digital services, equipment and software)

02.01.01 My startup contributes to the No poverty goal

4

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification for my startup

02.02.01 My startup contributes to the Zero hunger goal

5

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification for my startup

NextAV's precision agriculture solutions enhance crop yield predictions and health assessments, contributing to food security and efficient agricultural practices, which can help reduce hunger.

02.03.01 My startup contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

5

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification for my startup

NextAV's environmental monitoring could contribute to improved public health by detecting pollution and promoting cleaner environments.

02.04.01 My startup contributes to the Quality education goal

2

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification for my startup

02.05.01 My startup contributes to the Gender equality goal

3

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification for my startup

02.06.01 My startup contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

5

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification for my startup

NextAV's environmental monitoring capabilities can help detect water pollution and manage water resources more effectively, contributing to clean water and sanitation goals.

02.07.01 My startup contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

6

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification for my startup

By detecting methane leaks and improving energy efficiency in buildings, NextAV supports efforts towards cleaner energy and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

02.08.01 My startup contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

6

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification for my startup

NextAV fosters economic growth by providing valuable geospatial data that enables various industries to operate more efficiently and sustainably, leading to job creation and better economic outcomes.

02.09.01 My startup contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification for my startup

NextAV drives innovation in the geospatial industry with its AI-driven super-resolution technology, enhancing infrastructure planning and development through precise data.

02.10.01 My startup contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

3

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification for my startup

02.11.01 My startup contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification for my startup

NextAV's solutions aid in smart city planning, environmental monitoring, and improving urban infrastructure, contributing significantly to the sustainability of cities and communities.

02.12.01 My startup contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

6

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification for my startup

NextAV's precision agriculture and environmental monitoring tools promote efficient resource use, reducing waste and encouraging sustainable production practices.

02.13.01 My startup contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification for my startup

NextAV's core focus on methane leak detection and environmental monitoring directly contributes to mitigating climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainability.

02.14.01 My startup contributes to the Life below water goal

2

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification for my startup

02.15.01 My startup contributes to the Life on land goal

6

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification for my startup

NextAV's precision agriculture and environmental monitoring enhance land management practices, contributing to the conservation of terrestrial ecosystems and biodiversity.

02.16.01 My startup contributes to the Peace Justice and Strong Institutions goal

2

02.16.02 Peace Justice and Strong Institutions- Justification for my startup

02.17.01 My startup contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

6

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification for my startup

NextAV collaborates with various stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, and private sector entities, to achieve common sustainability goals, thereby fostering strong partnerships.

06.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

5

06.02 The product/service represents an entirely new type of product/service.

5

06.03 The product/service could be described as a new technology.

5

06.04 The product/service is an improvement on an existing product or service.

5

06.05 The product/service could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

5

06.06 The product/service responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

5

06.07 The product/service is a new version of an old product/service.

5

06.08 Justification for my startup

NextAV introduces a revolutionary approach to geospatial analytics through AI-driven super-resolution technology applied to public satellite imagery. Unlike traditional high-cost providers, our solution democratizes access to high-resolution data at a fraction of the cost, enhancing decision-making across sectors like oil and gas, mining, environmental monitoring, and smart city management. This novel application significantly improves the granularity and accuracy of insights derived from satellite data, catering to a broad spectrum of users including governments, businesses, and researchers. By leveraging advanced AI algorithms, NextAV not only improves existing capabilities but also responds to unmet needs in accessing affordable, high-quality geospatial information, thus pioneering a new standard in the industry.

06.09 Competitive Analysis

NextAV's main potential competitors include established players in the geospatial analytics and Earth observation industries such as Maxar Technologies, Airbus Defence and Space, and Planet Labs. These companies offer high-resolution satellite imagery and analytics solutions to various sectors including agriculture, environmental monitoring, and urban planning. What sets NextAV apart is its innovative use of AI-driven super-resolution techniques applied to public satellite imagery. This approach significantly enhances the resolution and detail of satellite images at a fraction of the cost compared to traditional providers. This not only democratizes access to valuable geospatial data but also makes it more accessible for startups, small businesses, and research organizations that may have budget constraints. By offering weekly revisit times and cost-effective solutions through AI super-resolution, NextAV provides actionable insights in classical and new sectors.

11.05 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?