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U.K. Space Agency

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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 UK Space Agency aims to be a catalyst for European-wide priorities and work closely with its partners.

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

CSMC is a finalist in the Canadian Space Agency / UK Space Agency Aqualunar Challenge.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 4, 2025CSMC gets Quantum Atomic Subsurface Mapper contract from Luxembourg Space Agency

The UK Space Agency and ESA's Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications have awarded up to $3.8 million to Orbit Fab.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative FinancialDec 2, 2025ESA Funding for “ASTRAL” Refueling Mission Awarded to Orbit Fab

Craig Brown from the UK Space Agency claimed that Europe's share of the global space economy is shrinking.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralDec 1, 2025A big win for European space

The UK Space Agency contributed £162 million (€184 million) to launch programmes, including the European Launcher Challenge.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralNov 30, 2025Updated: Over €900 Million Committed to European Launcher Challenge

The UK space sector now benefits from expanded national funding, with GBP 2.8 billion allocated to the UK Space Agency through 2029/30.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyOrg RelationshipNov 30, 2025UK government commits GBP 6.9 million to boost satellite communications sector

The UK Space Agency provided funding and support for the new technology development.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralNov 21, 2025Strengthened collision avoidance system boosts UK satellite safety for LEO constellations

The UK Space Agency awarded nearly 7 million pounds ($9 million) to support five projects focused on next-generation satellite technologies in the ESA ARTES program.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralNov 21, 2025Latest News

The five projects funded by the UK Space Agency include Orbit Fab, Goonhilly Earth Station, Vicinity Technologies, Archangel Lightworks with Eutelsat, and Viasat's U.K. subsidiary.

Mentioned as: UK Space AgencyTechnical ProductNov 21, 2025Latest News

Orbit Fab landed the first stage of a contract from ESA and the UK Space Agency worth £1.3 million ($1.7 million) to demonstrate in-space refueling capabilities by 2028.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyOrg RelationshipNov 21, 2025Orbit Fab Lands ESA, UK Space Agency Refueling Contract

The UK Space Agency and many members of the ESA might be interested in partnerships related to Arctic projects.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralNov 21, 2025SpaceBound: Building out the North to meet challenges

GHGSat collaborates with companies and governments such as ExxonMobil, Aramco, and the UK Space Agency to address methane emissions.

Mentioned as: UK Space AgencyOrg RelationshipNov 12, 2025Latest News

The HydroGNSS mission is backed by the UK Space Agency and is part of the European Space Agency's Scout framework.

Mentioned as: UK Space AgencyOrg RelationshipNov 6, 2025HydroGNSS satellite twins are poised for their launch at Vandenberg SFB

The UK Space Agency will fold into the UK government's Department of Science, Innovation, and Technology (DSIT) in April.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralOct 31, 2025UK Space Agency Sees Budget Growth Under DSIT

The UK Space Agency's budget will compete with other DSIT initiatives, including the UK Research & Innovation agency, the UK's contribution to EU programmes, and the Met Office.

Mentioned as: UK Space AgencyTechnical ProductOct 31, 2025UK Space Agency Sees Budget Growth Under DSIT

Alice Bunn, president of the UKspace trade association, expressed concern that funding may be spread too thinly across many priorities.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralOct 31, 2025UK Space Agency Sees Budget Growth Under DSIT

Open Cosmos launched the Quiver project in collaboration with Panasonic Operational Excellence under the UK Space Agency's International Bilateral Fund program, with a budget of 160,000 euros.

Mentioned as: UK Space AgencyOrg RelationshipOct 31, 2025Open Cosmos participa con Panasonic en el desarrollo de la próxima generación de constelaciones de satélites conectados

The UK Space Agency's plan for 2025/2026 includes support for multiple sectors.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralOct 31, 2025UK Space Agency Sees Budget Growth Under DSIT

The UK Space Agency's budget increase signals ongoing support for the agency despite its loss of semi-independence.

Mentioned as: U.K. Space AgencyNarrative GeneralOct 31, 2025UK Space Agency Sees Budget Growth Under DSIT
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