Glimpse a Geminid meteor this weekend
Glimpse a Geminid meteor this weekend
The peak of the Geminid meteor shower occurs this weekend and with the Moon out of the way you’ve got a great opportunity to spot shooting stars.
Scouts speak to astronauts aboard the International Space Station
Thanks to funding from the UK Space Agency, more than 100 Scouts had the rare opportunity to host a live Q&A session with a NASA astronaut aboard the International Space Station, gaining first-hand insight into life in orbit.
NATO allies gather in UK to address dual-use space technology hurdles
The UK played host to space experts from across the NATO alliance to address the technical and regulatory challenges in developing dual-use space technology, for both civil and military use.
Understanding satellite re-entry: UK Space Agency leads global research on atmospheric ablation
To understand more about atmospheric ablation, the UK Space Agency commissioned studies led by Durham University, University of Southampton, and Belstead Ltd to investigate the potential impacts of satellite re-entry and fill critical knowledge gaps, reinforcing the UK’s leadership in space sustainability.
iCOMAT opens state-of-the-art space manufacturing facility with £4.8 million UK Space Agency investment
A groundbreaking new space manufacturing facility that is expected to create 2,000 jobs has officially opened in Hardwicke, Gloucester, marking a significant milestone for the UK's space industry capabilities.
Making London Accessible: How Travel Hands Is Transforming Urban Mobility
With support from the UK Space Agency's Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) programme, London-based charity Travel Hands has integrated space-enabled tracking technology to enhance the security and accessibility of its service and help people with visual impairments across the city.
Celebrating World Space Week 2025 on London’s Piccadilly Lights
As part of World Space Week 2025, we’re proud to see space, art, and creativity come together on one of London’s most iconic landmarks – the Piccadilly Lights.
Spacecraft to detect Earth-like planets complete and set for testing
Engineers have completed construction of Plato, a mission that will search for Earth-like exoplanets, by fitting its sunshield and solar panels. With this final step, Plato is ready to begin a series of crucial tests ahead of its planned launch in December 2026.
Celebrating climate innovation during World Space Week
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Delivering Missions and Capabilities, Earth from space, Earth observation
As we mark World Space Week 2025, the UK Space Agency announces the launch of six new projects funded through our third Climate Services Call.
UK Space Agency funding for growing Welsh space sector
The UK Space Agency is supporting the growth of Wales' space sector with a dedicated funding boost to unlock new opportunities, drive local growth and support innovation.
UK–Australia Space Bridge strengthens ties at International Astronautical Congress
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International, International Partnership Programme
The UK Space Agency and the Australian Space Agency have renewed their Space Bridge partnership today at the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Sydney.