Satellite Technology
Small satellite manufacturing, satellite broadband constellations, Earth observation, CubeSats, optical communications, and Scottish companies leading in satellite innovation.
Scottish Space Cluster Eyes Launch Contracts as Demand Surges
Scottish space companies position for satellite launch contracts. Glasgow supply chain, manufacturing, and downstream services drive growth in UK space sector.
UK Satellite Mission Targets Critical Climate Data Gap
New UK-led Earth observation satellite mission aims to improve climate data collection for agriculture, insurance, and local authorities. Details on funding and datasets.
Scottish Satellites Eye ESA Contracts After Launch Wins
Scottish space firms position for European Space Agency contracts following recent launch successes. Clyde Space, Alba Orbital lead the charge.
Ofcom Spectrum Shift Set to Reshape UK Satellite Services
Ofcom's spectrum reallocation could accelerate Starlink, Amazon Kuiper rollout and transform UK satellite broadband, Earth observation, and direct-to-device services.
Scottish Satellites Target Defence and Climate Data Market
Scottish space firms vie for defence contracts and climate monitoring work. Explore how satellite data demand drives growth in Scotland's tech economy.
UK Industry Eyes Next ESA Earth-Observation Studies
ESA Earth observation tenders expected mid-2026. UK Space Agency, Clyde Space, and universities prepare for Stepping Stones mission studies. Industrial contracts and climate tech partnerships ahead.
UK Space Sector Capitalises on Strait of Hormuz Maritime Surveillance Surge
Scottish and UK satellite firms boost Earth observation capabilities for Strait of Hormuz shipping intelligence amid geopolitical tensions and maritime security demand.
UK Fast-Tracks eLoran as GPS Jamming Defence
Defence Ministry accelerates eLoran deployment under Urgent Compass to counter GPS jamming threats. Two-year timeline, resilience strategy revealed.
Scottish Satellite Firm Lands Major ESA Contract
Leading Scottish space tech company secures significant European Space Agency contract, signalling strong UK-EU post-Brexit cooperation and growth in satellite manufacturing exports.
UK Space Agency Funds New Earth Observation Satellite Cluster
UK Space Agency backs innovative satellite constellation for climate, agriculture and maritime monitoring. Industry and academia lead the charge in affordable EO data.
Edinburgh University Secures ESA Funding for Satellite Innovation
University of Edinburgh wins ESA contract for advanced satellite research. New funding boosts UK space tech pipeline and STEM opportunities.
UK Launch Provider Faces New Environmental Regulations
UK satellite launch company hits regulatory delays over environmental and safety rules. Analysis of space licensing framework and international competition.
Space-Comm Expo Scotland: Global Leaders Converge
Space-Comm Expo Scotland debuts in four weeks, uniting space industry leaders, government officials, and innovators to shape satellite communications frontiers.
UKSA Earth Observation Satellite Detects Thames Pollution Crisis
UKSA-funded satellite reveals unprecedented chemical pollutants in River Thames, triggering emergency government review and environmental policy assessment.
£14.7M UKSA Funding Unlocks Next-Gen Space Tech Race
UK Space Agency opens £14.7M GSTP applications for maturing space technology. March 2026 funding race aims to boost satellite manufacturing and global competitiveness.
Glasgow Firm Secures ESA Satellite Propulsion Contract
Glasgow-based satellite company wins major ESA contract for advanced propulsion systems, boosting UK space capabilities and EU partnership post-Brexit.
GoFirst Relaunches Glasgow Satellite Tracking Hub
GoFirst upgrades Glasgow satellite ground station, strengthening Scotland's Earth observation capabilities and UK space economy. UK Space Agency partnership drives growth.
Virgin Media O2 Launches UK's First Satellite Mobile Service
Virgin Media O2 becomes first UK mobile network to launch direct-to-device satellite connectivity with O2 Satellite. What it means for rural Scotland.