Allianz launches wildfire detection system in Spain
Allianz Seguros has partnered with climate-tech startup Satellites on Fire to launch an AI-powered wildfire detection system in Spain.
During the summer, the companies will monitor more than 50 million hectares using multiple satellite constellations, artificial intelligence and predictive models. The initial phase will test the system’s ability to detect heat sources and anticipate how fires may spread.
According to Allianz, the technology detects fires about 35 minutes earlier than NASA reference systems, identifies up to 30% more fires and reduces early-stage false negatives by 40%.
The insurer plans to alert policyholders when insured assets are located near fires with the potential to spread. It will also share information with public authorities to support emergency response.
The launch follows Spain’s worst wildfire year in three decades. Fires burned 354,793 hectares in 2025 and caused losses approaching €5 billion, while insurers paid €770 million, according to UNESPA.
Satellites on Fire operates across 21 countries and four continents. Its platform combines satellite data, tower cameras and fire-propagation models, with alerts delivered through WhatsApp, email and SMS.
“Wildfires have become one of the main climate risks for Spain. As an insurer, our commitment is no longer limited to supporting people when an incident occurs but extends to anticipating risk and actively helping to prevent it. Projects like this reflect that ambition: thanks to artificial intelligence and satellite observation, we can detect fires earlier and gain crucial time to protect people, the land, and economic activity.” – Veit Stutz, CEO of Allianz Seguros.