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ESA MAAP Webinar: an introduction to Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL)


The introductory session on the ESA MAAP Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL) took place on 19 February 2026. It demonstrated how this collaborative environment simplifies the transition from local code to scalable cloud processing. The session covered the platform’s main features, with particular emphasis on the processing component, and concluded with a...

ESA MAAP Components new version installation on 12/02/2026


Catalog: 1) Queryables names changed ensuring alignment with the STAC API specification (refer to Changes to the queryable names into a near-future version of the ESA MAAP Catalog – ESA MAAP Portal) 2) The Catalogue supports searching/filtering for "offerings" queryable for the remote collection (e.g: EOCAT collections) (https://catalog.maap.eo.esa.int/doc/stac.html#additional-search-parameters). Explorer: 1)...

Scheduled Maintenance Notice – ESA MAAP Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL) – 12 Feb 2026, from 10:00 to 12:00 CET (09:00 – 11:00 UTC) and Catalogue from 14.30 to 15:30 CET (13:30 – 14:30 UTC)


Please be advised that the Biomass/EarthCARE Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL) and the Catalogue of the ESA MAAP platform will be unavailable during the above maintenance windows. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time.

Scheduled Maintenance Notice – ESA MAAP – Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL) – 29 Jan 2026, from 14:00 to 15:00 CET (13:00 – 14:00 UTC).


Please be advised that the Biomass/EarthCARE Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL) of the ESA MAAP platform will be unavailable during the above maintenance window. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time.

ESA MAAP Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL) Webinar – 19 February 10:00 CET (09:00 UTC)


You are invited to the upcoming Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL) Webinar. This session will provide a comprehensive introduction to the PAL ecosystem, presenting the Processing Component and highlighting its core functionalities. Whether you are a new user or looking to optimize your current workflow, the webinar is open to anyone interested...

ESA MAAP Components new version installation on 14/01/2026


Catalog: Added sorting capabilities for search results via the STAC interface (

Changes to the queryable names into a near-future version of the ESA MAAP Catalog


A new version of the Catalog will be soon made available in ESA MAAP. The new release introduces updates to the handling of queryables attributes, ensuring alignment with the STAC API specification and improving consistency across services. According to the STAC API specification, queryables must not be used as HTTP...

Unplanned maintenance


The Explorer component is currently unavailable due to unforeseen maintenance; we are actively working to restore full service. We will provide an update on estimated resolution time as soon as possible.  

Scheduled Maintenance Notice: Kubernetes Cluster Upgrade


Please be advised that ESA MAAP will perform a general update of the underlying Kubernetes clusters to enhance the stability and performance of the provisioned services. Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025   Activity Cluster Start Time (CET) Start Time (UTC) Catalog and Data Access Upgrade Start 09:00 CET 08:00 Product Algorithm Laboratory (PAL) Upgrade Start 11:30 CET 10:30 Explorer Upgrade Start 14:30 CET 13:30   The upgrade is designed to...

New Long Lasting Token Available: Simplified Data Access for 90 Days


The Long Lasting Token now remains valid for 90 days instead of 10 hours – link to usage help.