Space South Central is the largest regional space cluster in the UK, established in 2022. It acts as a partnership between industry and academia to accelerate space business growth, foster innovation, and enhance the region's reputation. The cluster supports over 120 space-related businesses and universities in Hampshire, Surrey, and the Isle of Wight, focusing on satellite manufacturing, launch technologies, and satellite data services.
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Dr. Louise Butt is the Director of Space South Central.
Space South Central aligned the project with national priorities in space domain awareness and in-orbit servicing, assembly, and manufacturing.
The SECP programme is delivered through six regional clusters, with Space South Central covering the South East of England and the Isle of Wight.
Space South Central supported Lodestar in securing SECP funding by guiding the company through the application process.