Satama Container Registry

What Satama Container Registry is

Satama Container Registry stores, organizes and distributes container images for research projects. Based on Harbor, it provides a central registry where users can push and pull images with a compatible OCI client such as Docker, Podman or ORAS. A web interface displays image information. Role-based access control and image signing support control over which images are authorized for deployment, while vulnerability scanning and SBOM tools help users assess images they control. Access is obtained through MyCSC, where users can start with a default quota through self-service and apply for additional resources; some resources are available only on request. The service is listed for API, Linux and web platforms, and CSC recommends Linux knowledge. Users are responsible for the security of their own images. Free use is restricted to cases covered by CSC’s free-of-charge policy, primarily eligible research and education projects affiliated with Finnish research-performing organizations. CSC Service Desk is the support contact, and Rahti, CSC’s container cloud, is listed as interoperable.

Who it suits

Satama suits research and education projects that need a managed registry for container images and meet CSC’s free-of-charge policy. Users should be comfortable with Linux and a compatible OCI client.

Limits

The listed plan is described as “free” and is only for use cases covered by CSC’s free-of-charge policy. It starts with a default quota; additional resources require an application, and some resources are available only on request. Usage is counted in billing units.

Getting started

1. Open the Satama Container Registry service page.
2. Request access through MyCSC.
3. Start with the default quota through self-service, or apply for additional resources.
4. Use a compatible OCI client such as Docker, Podman or ORAS to push and pull images.
5. Contact CSC Service Desk about other use cases or resources available on request.

Verdict

Satama combines image storage and organization with access controls, signing and scanning tools. Free use depends on eligibility, and additional resources may require an application.