Satellite imagery was acquired from four satellite missions as part of the experimental monitoring activities: Sentinel-2: 30 June 2026 PlanetScope: 30 June 2026 EnMAP: 29 June 2026 PRISMA: 30 June...

Satellite imagery was acquired from four satellite missions as part of the experimental monitoring activities: Sentinel-2: 25 June 2026 PlanetScope: 25 June 2026 EnMAP: 25 June 2026 PRISMA: 24 June...

Three experimental PLP targets were constructed at a port in the Gulf of Gera, Lesvos, Greece, in preparation for the PLP2026 field experiment. The targets were made of high-density polyethylene...

The 2025 field experiment of the Plastic Litter Project took place in the Gulf of Gera, Lesvos, and involved the construction, deployment, monitoring, and removal of floating targets designed to test...

On Thursday, 5th of July, under clear skies, calm sea conditions and a gentle north wind blowing at 6-7 m/sec, a Sentinel-2 satellite acquisition took place. We inspected the targets and performed...

On a clear day with calm sea conditions (Sea State: 1), we expanded our HDPE mesh targets. A new 2.4 x 25-meter mesh was added, increasing the effective target area to 2.4 x 50 meters. This setup is...

Today marked the 5th Sentinel-2 overpass for the PLP2024 project. As part of our routine inspection, we identified and repaired a broken plank on the wooden target, ensuring its continued stability...

Today marked the 4th Sentinel-2 overpass for PLP2024. During this session, the targets were thoroughly inspected to ensure their integrity and performance. During the inspection, a loose rope on the...

Today, we conducted repairs on the targets to ensure optimal performance. The HDPE mesh target was adjusted by moving it closer to the northern buoy. This change improved its orientation against the...

Today, an inspection of the targets was conducted in response to the higher intensity northern winds that were blowing. The inspection aimed to assess the condition and stability of all targets under...