Exovera’s latest report, “Integration and Command and Control of Maritime and Space Network Environmental Support,” examines China’s efforts to integrate ocean and space-based battlefield environmental support as part of its broader military-civilian fusion strategy. The report highlights the role of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in leveraging a network of meteorological and oceanographic sensors, satellite systems, and data collection platforms to improve battlespace awareness and command capabilities. It outlines the increasing emphasis on ocean battlefield environmental information support within the PLA’s Joint Operations Command Centers and the involvement of civilian research institutions in developing and maintaining these capabilities. Additionally, the report details specific military and civilian programs aimed at expanding data collection, improving threat detection, and strengthening coordination between space and maritime domains.
This report provides key insights into the PLA’s evolving command structure, technological advancements, and the broader implications of China’s increasing investment in large-scale development projects that integrate marine and space domains.
