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S6 EP2: The Business of Space

This episode explores what it takes to turn world-class space technology into a scalable commercial businesses.

S6 EP1: Building the UK’s Innovation Future

We're opening S6 with a two-part conversation about where UK growth will come from next, and what space has to do with it.

S5 EP10: Scaling Up the UK Space Sector

In this episode we’re dissecting the political landscape shaping the UK space industry's future.

UK’s First Microgravity Biopharma Accelerator Funds Skin-Ageing and Biomining Research

Two UK research teams have won proof-of-concept funding to test whether microgravity can speed up skin-ageing research and make metal recovery more sustainable. The awards come through the IBIC x Catapult Microgravity Biopharma Accelerator, the first UK programme to treat orbit as a practical research environment for the life sciences. The Satellite Applications Catapult and […]

Levitas: Making Microgravity Easier to Access

A marketplace that helps organisations find the providers, facilities and funding they need for microgravity research.  In microgravity, researchers can study biological systems, materials and physical processes in ways that are hard or impossible to reproduce on Earth. That could mean higher-quality protein crystals, new drug formulations, or a better understanding of how materials behave. […]

New National Drone Testing Centre to Help Unlock Britain’s £45bn Drone Economy

Satellite Applications Catapult announces investment in the National Autonomy and Drone Innovation Centre (NADIC) at Westcott, Buckinghamshire, backed by £2.25 million from Buckinghamshire Council. The facility will give UK companies somewhere to test drones under controlled, repeatable conditions. The first equipment will be operational from autumn 2026, with the full facility expected in the second […]

Purchase Order Terms & Conditions

Version dated 8 October 2026 1. Definitions and interpretation 1.1. In these Conditions, the following terms shall have the following meanings: 1.1.1. “Affiliate” means in relation to a company, each and any subsidiary or holding company from time to time of that company, and each and any subsidiary from time to time of a holding […]

Facilities Hire Terms

1. Interpretation 1.1 Definitions: “Agreement” means the agreement between the Catapult and the Customer for the hire of the Facility constituted by the Catapult’s countersignature or written acceptance of the Purchase Order (or, if earlier, provision of the Services) and includes these Conditions, the Quotation and any schedules, annexures, enclosures and attachments; “Breakdown” means any […]

Levitas

UK National Defence Procurement and Supply Chain Summit 2026

Covering investment in defence, procurement, and opportunities for SMEs, this event explores four main areas: identifying funding, and how supply chains can deliver it, understanding policy, providing clarity on procurement changes and commercial implications, and allowing attendees to build connections with industry leaders.

London Space Finance 26 Autumn Forum

Exploring recent developments in the UK space sector, including in Whitehall with the launch capacity, how international space sector is shaping commercially and – above all – how UK Financial and Professional Services can align with innovators and ‘Primes’ for mutual benefit.

ROSCon UK 2026

Taking place in Edinburgh at the Pollock Estate Complex, ROSCon UK is a developers conference, with an agenda including workshops, technical talks, tutorials, and networking. The programme focuses on contributions from the UK and invites ROS developers of all levels and experience to this three day event.

From Testing to Real-World Impact: Flarebright’s Extera Journey

From Testing to Real-World Impact Flarebright’s Extera Journey Working with the Satellite Applications Catapult, Flarebright transformed a promising technology into a certification-ready solution for safe drone operations. The work was conducted in our Drone Test and Development Centre at Westcott Venture Park The Challenge Flarebright is a Westcott-based engineering company building safety-critical technology for uncrewed […]

The LOFT Project

The LOFT Project LOFT (Loose Fit Clamp Technique for Assembly of Large Space Structures) is an ESA-funded project led by the Satellite Applications Catapult, in collaboration with Foster + Partners, Technische Universität München (TUM), TU Wien, and space architecture expert David Nixon. Funded by The Challenge As technology advances, future space missions become more complex […]

Ignite Labs: Space for Nature & Biodiversity

Introduction At the Satellite Applications Catapult, we are committed to harnessing the power of space to address pressing environmental challenges as part of our Resilient Earth mission. The Ignite Labs: Space for Nature & Biodiversity programme, launched by Innovate UK via the Innovate UK Business Connect and delivered in partnership with NatWest, exemplifies this mission […]

Levitas: Microgravity Marketplace

Unlock the Benefits of Microgravity Microgravity is opening new possibilities in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, advanced materials, semiconductors and manufacturing. Yet accessing space-based research and development remains complex, fragmented and difficult to navigate. In Autumn 2026 we’ll be launching a beta version of our new platform – Levitas. Levitas helps organisations discover, compare and connect with the […]

In-Space Manufacturing and R&D

Unlocking New Frontiers for UK Innovation   Microgravity is opening up entirely new possibilities for research and development, particularly in life sciences and advanced materials. At the Satellite Applications Catapult, we are helping UK organisations access, test and scale innovations in this unique environment, bridging the gap between insight and commercial implementation.  Our work sits within the Beyond Earth mission, focused on positioning […]

Sustainable Earth

Accelerating the uptake of space technology to address human well-being, climate, and broader environmental challenges

Ellie Harrison

Ellie joined the Catapult in July 2021 and leads the organisation’s People strategy, spanning organisational development, talent, reward, culture and employee experience. Prior to this, she was Director of People & Culture at GenesisCare UK, a global healthcare business, where she led the UK People function across clinical, operational and corporate teams during a period […]

Mark Saxon

Mark is the Chief of External Affairs at the Satellite Applications Catapult. He studied for a PhD in genetics at the University of Warwick before moving into science journalism and then communications. He has worked in-house and in consultancy, for companies and clients including, NHS England, the NHS Cancer Screening Programmes, Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Lilly, Gallup […]

Richard Lowe

Richard is Chief Technology Officer for the UK’s Satellite Applications Catapult (SAC). He joined SAC in 2022 as Technical Director and was appointed as CTO in 2024. His role has far-reaching responsibilities for applications including connectivity, geospatial technologies and user-centred design, alongside upstream areas including satellite missions and in-orbit servicing and manufacturing. Richard previously worked […]

Satellite Assembly, Integration, and Testing

DTDC Training Academy

Our Drone Test & Development Centre Training Academy is the ideal venue for you to host training sessions with on-site flight areas, classrooms, meeting rooms and break areas.

Antenna and RF Testing

Our Antenna and RF Testing capabilities provide access to equipment and expertise to help you innovate and accelerate the development of new products and services.