MOD highlights strategic value of UK space launch facilities
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it continues to assess the strategic and economic benefits of developing a domestic space launch capability, citing both national and NATO priorities in the evolving space domain.
UK to develop new system to protect military satellites
A new UK-made space monitoring system will help protect military satellites and strengthen space domain awareness, following a £65 million contract awarded to CGI UK.
UK teaming with partners for space security
The Combined Space Operations Initiative (CSpO) convened in Florence, Italy, bringing together representatives from its ten partner nations to address the growing challenges of space security.
Space Warrior 24 explores commercial capabilities in defence
The Ministry of Defence has released a detailed report on Space Warrior 24, a wargame held in July 2024, aimed at integrating commercial 'Space-Based Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance' into defence.
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.
