Polaris Intelligence
Polaris
Intelligence
AboutNational IntelligenceOrganizationsProductsMissionsSpacecraftConstellationsForecastsLatest Information
Explore
© Polaris Intelligence 2026Admin

U.K. Space Agency

GB
gov civilFounded 2010
United Kingdom
Admin Edit

All verified mentions of this organization in source documents.

The SWOT mission is supported by partners like the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) and the UK Space Agency.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralJan 6, 2026NASA’s SWOT Satellite Captures Unexpected Tsunami Behavior Following Kamchatka Quake

The UK Space Agency (UKSA) has invited industry input to integrate satellite direct-to-device (D2D) technology into the national Emergency Services Network (ESN).

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralJan 5, 2026UK Space Agency Seeks Satellite Direct-to-Device Solutions for Delayed Emergency Services Network

The UKSA hopes to provide emergency personnel with seamless connectivity using standard smartphones through D2D technology.

Mentioned as: uksaNarrative GeneralJan 5, 2026UK Space Agency Seeks Satellite Direct-to-Device Solutions for Delayed Emergency Services Network

The United Kingdom Space Agency has awarded Slingshot Aerospace a Provision of Optical Delivery Partner contract to expand satellite tracking capabilities.

Mentioned as: United Kingdom Space AgencyTechnical ProductDec 21, 2025Rocket Lab Completes a Spacecraft for a Cryogenic Fueling Mission

Slingshot Aerospace will deliver 13 sensor systems for the UK Space Agency across 5 global sites.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyTechnical ProductDec 21, 2025Rocket Lab Completes a Spacecraft for a Cryogenic Fueling Mission

The UK Space Agency co-funds the INFLECION project through ESA’s Advanced Research in Telecommunication Systems (ARTES) Partnership Project Programme.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 18, 2025AAC Clyde Space Secures Funding for INFLECION Satellite Constellation

The T-TeC is supported by prestigious sponsors including ESA, ASI, AIAD, AIDAA, SGAC, CEAS, and the UK Space Agency (UKSA).

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 16, 2025Leonardo e Telespazio lanciano il Technology Contest T-TeC 2025

The ISPARK award sits within a broader UK Space Agency NSIP funding round worth 17 million pounds for 17 projects.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative FinancialDec 12, 2025Robotic welding project to prepare UK for in orbit repairs

The ISPARK programme is valued at 560,000 pounds, including 485,000 pounds from the UK Space Agency.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 12, 2025Robotic welding project to prepare UK for in orbit repairs

The SECP is a GBP 1.4 million UK Space Agency initiative led by the Midlands Aerospace Alliance.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative FinancialDec 9, 2025Lodestar Space wins SECP support to advance AI satellite awareness system

Craig Brown is the Director of Investments at the UK Space Agency.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 8, 2025Orbit Fab to lead ESA backed ASTRAL refuelling demo in orbit

A multinational project called OXYGEN aims to extract oxygen from lunar soil and received £410,000 (~$294,000) from UKSA.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyOrg RelationshipDec 8, 2025New UKSA Grant May Bring Fresh Air to Moon Astronauts and Their Rockets

The UK Space Agency referred to its contributions as a 'UK funding boost for the European Space Agency'.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNoiseDec 5, 2025UK’s ESA Funding Cuts Reflect Tightened Priorities Amid Fiscal Uncertainty

The UK Space Agency highlights an 8% year-on-year increase in its core civil space budget despite the real-terms increase being significantly lower when accounting for inflation.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 5, 2025UK’s ESA Funding Cuts Reflect Tightened Priorities Amid Fiscal Uncertainty

The report by the UK Engagement with Space Committee laments that the UK space sector receives little public attention despite important advantages.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNoiseDec 5, 2025UK’s ESA Funding Cuts Reflect Tightened Priorities Amid Fiscal Uncertainty

Pulsar Fusion received partial funding from the UK Space Agency for advanced propulsion systems for future spacecraft.

Mentioned as: UK Space AgencyOrg RelationshipDec 5, 2025UK plasma thruster test positions Pulsar Fusion for larger satellite propulsion

The Rand Europe study commissioned by the UK Space Agency was published in July 2025.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 5, 2025UK’s ESA Funding Cuts Reflect Tightened Priorities Amid Fiscal Uncertainty

An evaluation cited by the UK Space Agency states that every £1 invested in ESA returns £7.49 in direct benefits to the UK economy.

Mentioned as: UK Space AgencyOrg RelationshipDec 5, 2025UK’s ESA Funding Cuts Reflect Tightened Priorities Amid Fiscal Uncertainty

A UK Space Agency spokesperson stated that the current economic climate has forced the agency to concentrate its ESA contributions on a few key priorities.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 5, 2025UK’s ESA Funding Cuts Reflect Tightened Priorities Amid Fiscal Uncertainty

UK Space Agency CEO Dr. Paul Bate emphasized delivering maximum value for the UK.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 5, 2025UK’s ESA Funding Cuts Reflect Tightened Priorities Amid Fiscal Uncertainty
Page3of29