Our Enabling Space Exploration fund invests in projects that boost our ability to journey deeper into space 🌌🪐 Read about one project led by the University of Southampton for an electric propulsion system powered by nuclear fission, which could enable efficient travel to Mars and beyond. 👩🚀🚀👩🚀 https://lnkd.in/gMudffDP
UK Space Agency
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Swindon, Wiltshire 106,452 followers
We inspire and lead the UK in space to benefit our planet and its people.
About us
We boost UK prosperity, understand the Universe, and protect our planet and outer space. The UK Space Agency plays a major role in delivering the government’s National Space Strategy. We nurture a thriving space ecosystem – a network of investors, scientists, engineers, integrators, academia, and research labs – and a sector that generates an annual income of £17.5 billion and employs nearly 50,000 people across the country. Our staff include scientists, engineers, commercial experts, project managers and policy officials who: - catalyse investment to advance space-based technology and maximise UK space sector growth - deliver missions and capabilities that responsibly meet national needs and advance our understanding of the Universe - champion the power of space to inspire people, offer greener, smarter solutions and support a sustainable future To achieve the greatest impact in these three areas, we focus most of our resource behind eight delivery Priorities. These are: - launch: supporting satellite launch services from UK spaceports - sustainability: taking a leading role in keeping space safe and accessible now and in the future - discovery: supporting space science and exploration missions - innovation: investing in bold new technologies - levelling-up: boosting space investment and jobs across the country - Earth observation: studying our planet to drive discovery and tackle climate change - low-Earth orbit: delivering vital everyday satellite services - inspiration: inspiring new space customers, investors and the next generation
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http://gov.uk/ukspaceagency
External link for UK Space Agency
- Industry
- Defense and Space Manufacturing
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Swindon, Wiltshire
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2010
Locations
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Polaris House
Swindon, Wiltshire SN2 1SZ, GB
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1 Victoria Street
Westminster, London SW1H 0ET, GB
Employees at UK Space Agency
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Paul Dickey-Collas
Programme Manager at UK Space Agency
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Daniel G.
Experimental Philosopher (Earth Observation)
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Dr. Adam M. Baker
Smart Space Systems Engineering. Research, business growth & international partnerships.
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Libby Jackson OBE FRAeS
Head of Space Exploration, UK Space Agency
Updates
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ESA Space Solutions and the UK Space Agency are seeking proposals for space-based services to enhance the sustainability and digital transformation of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, focusing on Paris 2024 and Milano Cortina 2026. 🏃 🥇 Projects should use satellite data to support infrastructure, event management, and fan engagement. 🛰️ This will be funded by the UK Space Agency with knowledge and technical support provided by European Space Agency - ESA. See how you can apply by reaching out to your regional ESA Ambassador 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAqg_-PQ Submit your proposal 👉 https://lnkd.in/dmPqHSxz #Paralympics #Olympics #Paris #Milan #ESA #SpaceIndustry #EarthObservation #SpaceSector #Invest #Applications #Space #Downstream #BASS
Space for Olympic Games
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The UK Space Agency and ESA Space Solutions are seeking proposals for projects aimed at decarbonising the maritime sector through digitalisation and logistics optimisation. ⛴️ This includes using digital tools for predictive maintenance, route planning, emission tracking, and energy management, with satellite technology playing a key role. 🛰️ This will be funded by the UK Space Agency with knowledge and technical support provided by European Space Agency - ESA. See how you can apply by reaching out to your regional ESA Ambassador 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAqg_-PQ Submit your proposal 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8B5UuKi #Marine #Maritime #Logistics #ESA #SpaceIndustry #EarthObservation #SpaceSector #Invest #Applications #Space #Downstream #BASS
Maritime Decarbonisation – Decarbonisation through Digitalisation and Logistics Optimisation
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"We will be back on the pad relatively quickly." The recent test at SaxaVord Spaceport UK is a reminder of the challenging nature of the space launch business. Rocket Factory Augsburg - RFA has worked swiftly to investigate, share preliminary conclusions, and gain valuable insight for future developments.
UPDATE on our S1 test anomaly. Our first stage is gone – but we have collected a significant amount of data and film footage. After reviewing it, we want to share some insights into the technical analysis, preliminary conclusions and our next steps. And in true RFA fashion, we're being as transparent as possible and sharing our own raw footage of the incident. Maybe other companies or prospective engineers can learn from it. Enough of the written words. Let's hear from our co-founder and COO Dr. Stefan Brieschenk himself about the incident ⬇️️
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Incredible first images from the European Space Agency - ESA Phisat-2 satellite from Open Cosmos, who are based on Harwell Science and Innovation Campus in Oxfordshire. 🛰️ Phisat-2 has onboard AI power to select and develop its images, boosting the power of Earth observation data to benefit us all. 🌍
✨First images from Phisat-2!✨ We are proud to share the first test images from the onboard camera of Phisat-2, captured over Greece, Spain and Gibraltar on the 21st August, only four days after launch! European Space Agency - ESA’s mission will show how AI can be used to advance how we observe Earth from space. Stay tuned for more updates! #OpenCosmos #Phisat2 📸: ESA/Open Cosmos
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We're providing scholarships for students and young professionals to attend #SGC2024 and #IAC2024, held in Milan this October, together with the Space Generation Advisory Council. 🚀🛰️ Interested? Apply by 3 September! https://lnkd.in/eu4Xh8ry
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ESA Space Solutions and the UK Space Agency are calling for proposals for Nature-based solutions to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and human well-being. 🌡️ 🌲 ESA will fund 6-month studies Kick-Starts using satellite data and space technologies, with 75% funding up to €75K per project. Topics include ecosystem restoration, urban resilience, and nature-related risks. 🌱 Applications must register on ESA's portal, obtain national delegation approval, and submit proposals by 20 November 2024. 📅 This will be funded by the UK Space Agency with knowledge and technical support provided by European Space Agency - ESA. See how you can apply by reaching out to your regional ESA Ambassador 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAqg_-PQ Submit your proposal 👉 https://lnkd.in/gnsQiJ5g #Nature #Earth #Resilience #Ecosystem #ESA #SpaceIndustry #EarthObservation #SpaceSector #Invest #Applications #Space #Downstream #BASS
Nature-based Solutions
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Registration is open for #SpaceCommExpoScotland! 🚀 This two-day exhibition and conference will showcase the innovations and business opportunities available within the space sector. 🛰️ 📅 11 - 12 September 📍 Scottish Event Campus (SEC) Register your free place 👉 https://lnkd.in/eX8h_Cjx
Space-Comm Expo 2024
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We’re injecting £2.5 million into groundbreaking UK satellite data trials, as part of our Unlocking Space for Business programme. 🛰️ From easing fan traffic at Manchester City Football Club's Etihad Stadium to evaluating nature restoration, these projects combine AI with satellite data to benefit citizens and businesses. 💼🌱 Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/e7jdTgfD And read more about our Unlocking Space for Business programme 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKaUHFgq
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The National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) has released the July report on the threats from space debris. 🛰 In July there were: 📍 44 uncontrolled re-entries 📍 1,795 in-space collision warnings 📍 28,917 registered objects in orbit The Met Office also issued 27 critical space weather alerts, a 58% decrease compared to June. ☀ Read the full report 👉 https://lnkd.in/gHyXDnQZ Image credit: ESA
How we protected the UK and space in July 2024
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