BlackSky Technology Inc. Earnings Recaps
Q2 2026
Aug 8, 2026
Shares of BlackSky Technology surged 15.8% following Q2 earnings as the company’s Gen-3 satellite platform and related AI-driven imagery subscription services materially outperformed expectations, driving substantial revenue growth and margin expansion.
Key takeaways
- Total revenues grew 50% year-over-year, fueled by record space-based intelligence and AI services sales.
- The company reached a $100 million annual run rate for high-margin imagery and AI subscription services, underpinning improved adjusted EBITDA.
- Adjusted EBITDA margins expanded to 14%, reflecting operating leverage from the high-quality, capital-efficient Gen-3 satellite constellation.
- YTD bookings hit up to $200 million, with increasing contract backlog enhancing revenue visibility.
- International customer revenues grew 200%, marking diversification and broadening global footprint.
Q1 2026
May 9, 2026
BlackSky's shares surged 22.4% after the quarter, driven by robust contract awards and accelerated revenue visibility from its Gen-3 constellation and AI-enabled services, which significantly exceeded investor expectations.
Key takeaways
- Secured up to $160 million in contract awards, fueling backlog growth and revenue acceleration.
- Gen-3 capabilities fully operational with four satellites, enabling 35-centimeter high-resolution imaging and rapid AI analytics integration.
- Projected Gen-3 revenue growth of over 50% for 2026, targeting a $100 million annual run rate and gross margins near 80%.
- Subscription-based contracts expanding with low churn, supporting predictable, high-margin recurring revenue and improved adjusted EBITDA outlook.
- Increasing U.S. government momentum on funding adds further visibility and potential upside for the remainder of the year.
Q3 2025
Nov 7, 2025
BlackSky Technologies reported strong third-quarter performance, highlighted by over $60 million in new international contracts and significant progress in deploying its Gen-3 satellite capabilities, positioning the company well for future growth.
Key takeaways
- Secured more than $60 million in new contracts, primarily from international customers, enhancing revenue diversification.
- Awarded a $30 million contract to integrate Gen-3 ISR services for a strategic international defense client, underscoring demand for sovereign space capabilities.
- International revenue now accounts for approximately 50% of total sales, with over 90% of backlog related to Gen-3 capabilities.
- Cash balance increased by over 50% year-over-year, providing a stronger liquidity position with total cash exceeding $200 million.
- Anticipating a robust fourth quarter as momentum from international contracts continues to build into 2026.