Growing the UK economy by supporting our best companies to accelerate the invention and adoption of space data and technology
To drive the sustainable, commercial growth of the UK Space sector, positioning it as a growth engine for the whole UK economy.
We support pioneering space businesses to transform sectors, drive growth, and unlock global opportunities.
The Catapult team’s support has accelerated our ability to deliver certified safety-critical technology, directly contributing to Flare Bright’s commercial readiness and credibility in the drone operations sector.
Access to these facilities is vital for startups like us, as they are incredibly costly to develop and run for small missions. [These facilities have] helped us to complete a recent funding round of £8M, bringing foreign capital into the UK, and enabling us to scale up to 30 full-time staff.
UK Facilities are vital for academic research to drive innovation, economic growth, and attract international recognition.
The Facilities for Academia Fund will give UK based academics from PhD level and above the opportunity to access the Satellite Applications Catapult’s cutting-edge facilities. From drone and antenna testing to RF systems, additive manufacturing, and in orbit assembly, this is your chance to test and validate your technologies in a real-world environment.
At the heart of our work is a vision to create a robust and interconnected UK Space Ecosystem that not only enables innovation and growth in the space sector but also encourages collaboration, technological advancement, and economic prosperity.
Insights, stories, and perspectives on innovation and the future of space technology.
