News and Comment

Space Applications
Glowing Earth with network lines and nodes, highlighting connections and bright clusters from space.

The Data City Maps the UK Space Industry with the Satellite Applications Catapult

Whilst well-known US firms like SpaceX and Blue Origin have taken the headlines recently, the UK space industry has also seen growth in its space...

Westcott Space Cluster
Two glowing energy spheres surrounded by swirls, connected by geometric grid lines against a dark background.

Quantum-Inspired AI Compression Knowledge Exchange Workshop

Following the successful Knowledge Exchange Sandpit at University College London (UCL) in October 2021, the Satellite Applications Catapult recently hosted a workshop with researchers from...

Beyond Earth
A view of Earth from space at night, showing North America illuminated with lights and network lines over the surface.

Why Space? The Opportunity for Material Science and Innovation

UK researchers and innovators – from both academia and industry – are invited to contribute to a new publication on material science and innovation, reflecting...

Resilient Earth
Aerial view of lush green mountains overlaid with icons and lines representing a digital network.

It’s Not a Race – But We’d Better Be Quick

Last year we signed up to hit net zero GHG outputs by 2030. As an organisation, we are very driven by positive action towards the...

Beyond Earth
Digital globe composed of glowing blue particles, intersected by dynamic lines on a dark background.

Satellite Applications Catapult to lead €400k microgravity market stimulation accelerator

The Satellite Applications Catapult is leading the first phase of the new Advanced Materials Accelerator, an initiative of ESA’s Business in Space Growth Network (BSGN),...

Resilient Earth
Sunset view of a suspension bridge over a calm river, with soft orange and pink hues in the sky.

Comparison of in Situ and Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar Monitoring to Assess Bridge Thermal Expansion

Catapult Co-Author: Cristian Rossi Abstract: Asset owners responsible for the management and maintenance of bridges value the collection of data that can be processed into...

Beyond Earth
Four people stand smiling in front of Virgin Orbit banners, with a light curtain in the background.

The Satellite Applications Catapult, Horizon Technologies, and Virgin Orbit Accelerate the UK Small Satellite Market with a New Launch Agreement for Cornwall 2022

The Satellite Applications Catapult (“the Catapult”) and Virgin Orbit (“Virgin Orbit”, Nasdaq: VORB), a leading launch provider, have announced an agreement to launch the latest...

Beyond Earth
A rocket launches into the starry night sky above a dense layer of clouds, with the moon visible on the right.

Reimagining Space: An Introduction to UK Launch

In this article for our Reimagining Space series, we are looking at the UK Launch Sector and the future of rocket launches from the UK....

Space Applications
Neon-outlined map of the United Kingdom on a digital grid, with red and blue highlights for Scotland and England.

Reimagining Space: An Introduction to Space Clusters

In this article, we’re discussing the growing network of space clusters across the country that are enabling a new, more connected and more collaborative era...

Beyond Earth
A digital rendering of Earth with glowing data lines, and a satellite orbiting it against a dark blue background.

Reimagining Space: Unlocking IOSM

In this article, we will be discussing in-orbit servicing and manufacturing, and what the future holds for us as space becomes a vital component of...

Resilient Earth
Stacks of coins and cityscape with graphs, representing financial growth and urban development.

Reimagining Space: Introducing Sustainable Finance

In this article for our Reimagining Space series, we are looking at the Sustainable Finance Sector and how satellite technology is enabling more considered and...

Beyond Earth
Satellite orbiting Earth with sunburst over horizon, showing solar panels and antenna dish against space.

Reimagining Space: An Introduction to Space Based Solar Power

In this article for our Reimagining Space series, we’re exploring the concept of space based solar power, and the role this new technology could play...

1 13 14 15 54