SkyTEM Surveys
- Geophysics & Geoscience
- PPE & Protective Equipment
- Australia
- Canada
- Denmark
- Greenland
- Middle East
- North America
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- South America
- United States
- Worldwide
Key takeaways
- Category: Geophysics & Geoscience, PPE & Protective Equipment
- Based in: Aarhus, Denmark (HQ, Dyssen 2 and 17 more locations
- Serves: Australia, Canada, Denmark, Greenland, Middle East, North America, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South America, United States, Worldwide
- Operating: Founded 2004
SkyTEM was founded in 2004 as a spin-out from Aarhus University, Denmark, following a scientific breakthrough in airborne electromagnetic (AEM) technology for groundwater mapping. Developed in close collaboration with geophysicists and hydrologists, this method made it possible to visualize subsurface structures with unprecedented accuracy without disturbing the ground. Over the past two decades, that same spirit of innovation has guided SkyTEM’s growth. From the world’s first dual-moment AEM system to today’s next-generation platforms, SkyTEM continues to advance how the subsurface is mapped, understood, and managed.
With operations across Europe, Africa, Australia, and North and South America, SkyTEM combines global experience with local understanding. Every SkyTEM system is designed, engineered, and calibrated in-house from transmitter technology to the carbon-fiber frame. This complete control ensures data integrity, reliability, and continuous improvement based on field experience and scientific collaboration. SkyTEM has introduced airborne electromagnetic surveying for groundwater exploration and has led the field ever since.
SkyTEM introduced airborne electromagnetic (AEM) surveying for groundwater exploration and has led the field ever since. The helicopter systems deliver precise subsurface data for smarter and more sustainable decisions, revealing groundwater, minerals, and geological structures with exceptional clarity while leaving the terrain untouched. Over two million helicopter flown line kilometers have been completed with an impeccable safety record. SkyTEM is trusted by governments, researchers, and industry leaders across the globe.
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Company details
- Projects and clients
- Brokilde project Denmark (SkyTEM Diamond system, geological model update in catchment area, well field renovation), Kemcore Botswana Maun survey (6,100 line kilometres, subsurface aquifer mapping including brine-rich formations), Kavango Minerals Ghanzi Botswana survey (2,380 kilometres, SkyTEM312FAST system, copper and silver deposit targeting in Kalahari Copper Belt, 200-metre line spacing, depths to 400 metres), Tshukudu Exploration Ghanzi Botswana survey (18,970 line kilometers, SkyTEM312FAST system, copper and silver prospects mapping across Kalahari Copper Belt, depths to approximately 400 metres, dataset and map delivery), AGAVE project (AI-based Geo-models from UAV Geoscanning for sustainable infrastructure development, drone approval in Denmark, collaboration with EMerald, SDU, NGI, first in Europe to secure permission for large drone with external load beyond controlled airspace, geotechnical assessment testing in Norway and Denmark), FRESHEM-NL project Netherlands (mapping fresh groundwater reserves across seven Dutch provinces, over 25,000 line kilometers in fieldwork from August to mid-November 2025, collaboration with Deltares, TNO Geological Survey of the Netherlands, Dutch provinces and water boards, 3D subsurface modelling, fresh, brackish and saline groundwater identification, clay layer mapping to depths over 200 metres, results expected by mid-2027), ReDoCO2 project (CO2 reduction and sustainable land management, Diamond drone system deployment, soil composition mapping for carbon emissions reduction), FRESHEM-NL project partnerships with drinking water companies, Greenland permafrost surveys, A2A Ciclo Idrico S.p.A. groundwater mapping project, landslide risk assessment surveys in France, France raw materials prospecting surveys, ARGAS partnership Saudi Arabia (three-year lease agreement for state-of-the-art airborne electromagnetic system deployment)
- Scale
- Over 2 million helicopter flown line kilometers, over 15 years as trusted partner with BRGM France, 6,100 line kilometres surveyed in Maun Botswana with 1,000 metre line spacing and infill lines at 500 and 250 metres, 2,380 kilometres with 200-metre line spacing near Ghanzi Botswana, 18,970 line kilometers surveyed near Ghanzi Botswana, over 25,000 line kilometers covered in FRESHEM-NL project across seven Dutch provinces, depths of investigation up to 500 metres for SkyTEM312, SkyTEM306HP and standard systems, depths of up to 700 metres for SkyTEM312HP, SkyTEM Diamond system from 1 metre to 150 metres, SkyTEM304 from top few metres to 200 metres, near-surface resolution from 1 metre depth, flights at altitude of approximately 80 metres for FRESHEM-NL project, two helicopters deployed for FRESHEM-NL fieldwork, thousands of data points acquired every second
- Also worth knowing
- Founded as spin-out from Aarhus University, Denmark with scientific breakthrough in airborne electromagnetic technology. Developed world's first dual-moment AEM system. Named Børsen Gazelle 2024 for exceptional growth over four-year period, doubling gross profit. Recipient of Danish Industry Award 2023 (DI East Jutland Initiative Award 2023) for innovative thinking and sustainable solutions. Recipient of Danish Industry Business Oscars. Drone-based Diamond system represents first fully airborne TEM system operated by drones. AGAVE project achieved first approval in Europe for large-scale drone with external load to operate beyond controlled airspace. Innovation Fund Denmark supported ReDoCO2 project. Eurostar program funding (through EUREKA and European Commission, Horizon 2020) supported AGAVE project. Strategic partnership with ARGAS (oldest geoscience data acquisition company in the world) for Saudi Arabian expansion. Working partnership with leading universities and research institutions including Aarhus University, Deltares, TNO Geological Survey of the Netherlands, SDU, NGI. Complete in-house design, engineering, and calibration of all systems from transmitter technology to carbon-fiber frame. Preliminary data delivery within 48 hours standard. Verified correlation with borehole and hydrogeological data documented.
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What does SkyTEM Surveys supply?
Airborne electromagnetic surveys, groundwater mapping, mineral exploration surveys, geotechnical investigations, direct detection of conductive ore, structural mapping and mineral systems analysis, depth-to-basement and cover analysis, aquifer characterization, salinity and saltwater intrusion detection, managed aquifer recharge site location, contaminant plume tracking, geological mapping, geohazard detection, subsurface characterization for foundation studies, environmental assessments, preliminary data delivery within 48 hours, digital dataset and reporting delivery, data acquisition, processing, and comprehensive dataset delivery, maps and report production, helicopter-borne electromagnetic and magnetic geophysical surveys, drone-based surveys, Time Domain Electromagnetics (TDEM) surveying
Where is SkyTEM Surveys based?
Aarhus, Denmark (HQ, Dyssen 2, DK-8200 Aarhus N), Toronto, Ontario, Canada (151 Yonge Street, 11th floor, Toronto, ON M5C 2W7), Cape Town, South Africa (Dock Road Junction, Cnr Dock Road and Stanley Street V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa 8001), Malaga, Western Australia, Australia (11 Agett Rd Malaga, WA 6090 Australia)
Which industries does SkyTEM Surveys work in?
Groundwater resources, mineral exploration, copper, nickel, silver, massive sulfide deposits, VMS (volcanogenic massive sulfide), raw materials prospecting, geotechnical engineering, infrastructure planning, geotechnical works, foundation design, water management, sustainable water management, aquifer systems, coastal water management, agricultural water management, carbon sequestration, sustainable land-use planning, CO2 reduction, landslide risk assessment
What equipment or products does SkyTEM Surveys offer?
SkyTEM304, SkyTEM312, SkyTEM306HP, SkyTEM312HP, SkyTEM312FAST, SkyTEM Diamond, helicopter-mounted transmitter loop, carbon-fiber frame systems, airborne electromagnetic systems, Time Domain Electromagnetics (TDEM) systems, drone-mounted TEM system, heavy lift drone systems, UAV-based systems
How long has SkyTEM Surveys been operating?
Founded 2004, 22+ years of innovation, over 20 years of operation, 15+ years partnership with BRGM France
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