UK strengthens capabilities in space warfare
The Ministry of Defence continues to prioritise sovereign capabilities in military satellite communications and space warfare, according to a series of parliamentary responses from Maria Eagle MP.
UK supports jobs in space sector through defence investments
The Ministry of Defence say it is driving job creation in the space sector through significant investments in key programmes, according to a response from Maria Eagle, Minister of State for Defence.
UK satellite to combat illegal migration, launch in 2025
The Amber-2 Maritime Domain Awareness Satellite will play a key role in detecting ‘dark vessels’ at sea, such as those involved in illegal immigration, illegal fishing activities, drug smuggling, ship-to-ship transfers of goods and evading sanctions.
Britain to boost NATO space launch capabilities
This initiative, known as the STARLIFT programme, aims to develop a network of space launch systems across NATO countries, enhancing their ability to rapidly deploy assets into space.
BAE completes key instrument for NASA Roman Space Telescope
The WFI, which will serve as the primary scientific instrument for the Roman Space Telescope, is an advanced imager capable of capturing visible-to-near-infrared images with additional spectral capabilities.
Senior British Army officer to lead UK Space Command
Major General Paul Tedman, a senior officer in the British Army, has been appointed as the new leader of UK Space Command.
Britain launches new military spy satellite
The satellite, named Tyche, is the first of many and will operate in Low Earth Orbit and is expected to provide imagery and intelligence in support of British forces over its five-year lifespan.
BAE celebrates end of NEOWISE mission after 14 years
BAE Systems has announced the successful conclusion of NASA’s ;Near-Earth Object Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer' mission.
UK firm provides imaging sensor for space mision
UK imaging sensor manufacturer, Teledyne Space Imaging, has provided the key imaging and sensor instrumentation for the EarthCARE satellite.
British astronaut ‘aims for the stars’ after graduation
Selected from over 22,500 applicants in 2022, Coogan, originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland, has undergone extensive training at the European Astronaut Centre.
