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Space surveillance and tracking

UK boosts planetary defence capability with IAWN membership 

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Planetary defence is a key part of space sustainability and protection. In this article Edward Baker, Planetary Defence Lead at the UK Space Agency, explains its importance and the UK’s role in global efforts to protect Earth.

Expanding the UK’s Sovereign Sensor Network to the British Antarctic Territory and Beyond

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The UK Space Agency Space Surveillance and Tracking team is collaborating with the British Antarctic Survey on a study exploring the feasibility of building and operating a satellite tracking sensor in the British Antarctic Territory.