Space Economy
Economic impact of Scotland's space sector, supply chain mapping, job creation, space tourism potential, university programmes, and STEM workforce development.
Can Scotland Build a Rocket Testing Industrial Cluster?
Analysing Scotland's rocket testing infrastructure, supply chain development, and industrial potential. What's needed for a sustainable space manufacturing ecosystem.
OHB Space UK Lands Venus Mission Role, Creates 100 Bristol Jobs
OHB Space UK wins integration contract for ESA's EnVision Venus mission, expanding Bristol site with 100+ skilled engineering roles in cleanroom facilities.
University Spinouts Deepen Scotland's Space Tech Supply Chain
Scottish university spinouts in optics, sensors and propulsion are securing funding and supplying UK space missions. Analysis of commercialisation trends.
Scottish Space Cluster Eyes New Launch and Satellite Deals
Scottish space firms pursue major satellite contracts and launch partnerships. Latest commercial wins drive growth across satellite manufacturing, launch services, and data solutions.
Seraphim's £137m raise signals investor appetite for UK space assets
Seraphim Space Investment Trust raises £137m, reflecting growing confidence in UK and Scottish space tech. Analysis of what this means for emerging companies.
Shetland's Piano Renaissance: Culture Meets Space Economy
Fetlar Lullaby piano restoration symbolises Shetland's blend of cultural heritage and space industry growth as SaxaVord Spaceport transforms the islands.
OHB Space UK Secures €24m EnVision Venus Contract
OHB Space UK lands €24m ESA contract for EnVision spacecraft assembly and testing at new Bristol cleanroom facility, creating 100 jobs and strengthening UK space sector.
Scottish Universities Drive Space Research Innovation
Scottish universities lead space research agenda with major grants, STEM programmes, and industry partnerships advancing Scotland's space economy.
King Charles Opens Project Nova: UK's £40m Space Debris Network
King Charles III inaugurates Project Nova, the UK's £40m space debris surveillance network using Bermuda telescopes and 14 overseas territories for 24/7 planetary protection monitoring.
Dundee Engineers Lead NASA Mars Rover Tech Breakthrough
Dundee firm's radiation shielding breakthrough for NASA's next Mars rover marks major UK space export milestone and demonstrates Scottish engineering excellence.
Scottish AI Targeting System Wins German Armed Forces Contract
Thales secures major defence export win with TrueHunter AI gimbal sight for Bundeswehr. Scottish advanced imaging expertise drives European market expansion.
Scottish Space Sector: Economic Value and Growth Trajectory
Explore the Scottish space sector's economic value, employment growth, and contribution to the UK space economy. Latest UKSA data and industry analysis.