🇬🇧 Country Profile

United Kingdom

115 space organizations driving innovation in United Kingdom's aerospace industry

115
Total Companies
4
Public Companies
6
Space Hubs
88
Sectors
Top Cities: London (35) Glasgow (6) Guildford (6) Bristol (5) Harwell (5) Cardiff (4)

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Companies with funding
0
Active/Operational
76
In Development
33

All Companies (115)

Aegiq

operational

UK developer of integrated quantum photonics for space communications via Project U-Quant partnership with University of Exeter. Advanced quantum syst...

Alba Orbital

operational
Glasgow Est. 2012

Scottish PocketQube manufacturer and operator. Unicorn-2 satellites for ship tracking. Cluster launches of ultra-small satellites. Pioneering sub-kilo...

satellite manufacturing small satellites earth observation

All.Space

operational
Reading Est. 2013

All.Space, founded in 2013 and based in Reading, UK, develops and manufactures advanced satellite communication (SATCOM) terminals. The company specia...

satellite communications antennas defense

Antycip Simulation

operational

UK simulation and analysis tools provider for space missions. ST Engineering subsidiary offering STK-based solutions and virtual reality for mission p...

AON Space

operational
London Est. 1982

Aon's space practice provides insurance brokerage for the space industry. The company arranges launch, in-orbit, and liability coverage for satellite ...

space insurance

Astraius

operational

Astraius is a UK-based air-launch company focused on providing dedicated and responsive launch services for small to mid-sized satellites. Utilizing a...

launch services launch vehicles small launcher

Astron Systems

operational

UK developer of Aurora 100% reusable two-stage small launch vehicle using methane propulsion. Targeting sub-$4,000/kg launch costs. Raised $600K+ with...

Astronomy Now

operational
London Est. 1987

Astronomy Now is a long-standing UK-based media company specializing in astronomy news and information. Founded in 1987 by the renowned astronomer Sir...

media education research

Atrium Space Insurance

operational
London Est. 2007

Atrium Space Insurance is a specialist provider of insurance solutions for the space industry, operating as a Lloyd’s consortium comprised of eight sy...

space insurance insurance services

Avanti Communications

operational
London Est. 2002

Avanti Communications, founded in 2002 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a satellite communications provider specializing in Ka-band satellite s...

satellite communications satellite operators satellite services

BAE Systems Space

operational
Guildford Est. 1999

British aerospace and defense space division. Galileo navigation payloads. Weather satellite instruments. Electronic warfare systems. UK defense space...

defense satellite manufacturing navigation

Beazley Space

operational
London Est. 1986

Lloyd's of London syndicate specializing in space insurance. Provides coverage for satellite damage, launch risks, and space-related liabilities throu...

space insurance

Bird & Bird Space

operational
London Est. 1846

Bird & Bird is a global international law firm with a significant and growing practice focused on the space sector. Founded in 1846 and currently oper...

legal space law services

Black Arrow Space Technologies

operational

Black Arrow Space Technologies is a United Kingdom-based company focused on developing a novel seaborne launch system, the Black Arrow 2. The company ...

launch services launch vehicles small launcher

Bright Ascension

operational
Dundee Est. 2011

Space software specialists offering mission control, flight software (GenerationOne), and simulation software. Employee-owned company with offices in ...

software ground systems

Clyde Space

operational
Glasgow Est. 2005

Clyde Space manufactures small satellite platforms and subsystems including power systems and structures. Part of AAC Holdings, serving the global sma...

satellite manufacturing components

Connecta Satellite Solutions

operational
London Est. 2000

Connecta Satellite Solutions, founded in 2000 and based in London, UK, is a provider of enterprise connectivity solutions utilizing satellite communic...

satellite communications satellite services maritime

Craft Prospect

operational
Glasgow Est. 2018

Craft Prospect develops AI-powered satellite operations software. The UK company provides autonomous mission management systems enabling satellites to...

software satellite services

Cranfield University

operational
Cranfield

Postgraduate-only institution specializing in aerospace and defense, with extensive facilities for satellite testing, propulsion research, and space s...

Cranfield University Space

operational
Cranfield Est. 1946

Cranfield University Space, a division of Cranfield University established in 1946, focuses on aerospace and space technology through research, postgr...

research academic aerospace

CRFS Limited

operational
Cambridge Est. 2007

CRFS Limited, founded in 2007 and now part of Motorola, is a UK-based company specializing in the development of deployable systems for detecting, ide...

sensors defense electronics

CSG Talent

operational
Leeds Est. 2003

CSG Talent is a global recruitment firm founded in 2003, specializing in talent acquisition across a diverse range of industries, including the aerosp...

recruitment staffing aerospace

Earth-i

operational
Guildford Est. 2015

Earth-i, founded in 2015 and based in Guildford, United Kingdom, is a geospatial analytics company specializing in Earth observation data and intellig...

earth observation analytics data services

Element Materials Technology

operational
London Est. 2011

Global testing and certification company with dedicated aerospace and space testing facilities. Provides environmental testing, materials characteriza...

testing

ETL Systems

operational

ETL Systems is a UK-based designer and manufacturer of RF distribution equipment, serving the satellite communications, broadcast, defence, and mariti...

satellite communications ground systems components

Eutelsat OneWeb

operational
London Est. 2012

Eutelsat OneWeb operates a low Earth orbit satellite constellation of over 650 satellites providing global broadband connectivity from 1,200km altitud...

satellite communications satellite operators connectivity

Geocento

operational
Farnham Est. 2011

Founded in 2011 and based in the United Kingdom, Geocento is a technology-enabled expert consultancy specializing in commercial Earth Observation (EO)...

earth observation data services analytics

Global Aerospace Underwriting

operational
London Est. 2001

Global Aerospace Underwriting (GAU) is a London-based underwriting company specializing in the aerospace and space industries. Founded in 2001, GAU fo...

insurance space insurance aerospace

Goonhilly Earth Station

operational
Helston Est. 2009

Goonhilly operates the world's first private deep space communications network with 60+ antennas including 32m GHY-6 for deep-space missions. First pr...

ground systems satellite communications

Ground Control

operational
London Est. 2005

Ground Control, founded in 2005 and based in London, UK, is a provider of satellite-based IoT and tracking solutions. The company designs and builds i...

satellite communications iot satellite services

Hanwha Phasor

operational
London Est. 2012

Hanwha Phasor, founded in 2012 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a technology company focused on the development of flat-panel antenna systems. ...

antennas satellite communications components

i4is (Initiative for Interstellar Studies)

operational
London Est. 2012

i4is conducts research into the science and technology needed for interstellar travel. Explores advanced propulsion, starship design, and mission arch...

research propulsion

iCOMAT

operational
Bristol Est. 2015

Developer of advanced composite materials and automated manufacturing systems for aerospace structures. Produces lighter, stronger satellite component...

composites materials manufacturing

In-Space Missions

operational
Alton Est. 2015

In-Space Missions develops small satellites and hosted payload solutions. The UK company provides rapid-response satellite services and space infrastr...

satellite manufacturing

Isotropic Systems

operational
Reading Est. 2013

Isotropic Systems develops multi-beam satellite antennas for simultaneous connectivity with multiple satellite constellations. The company's technolog...

satellite communications

Kayser Space

operational

Kayser Space is a United Kingdom-based company operating from the Harwell Campus, specializing in the design and manufacture of experimental hardware ...

space technology research manufacturing

KISPE Space Systems

operational
Farnham Est. 2015

KISPE Space Systems develops small satellite platforms for African and emerging markets. The UK company provides affordable microsatellite solutions f...

satellite manufacturing

Lacuna Space

operational
Didcot Est. 2017

Lacuna Space provides global IoT connectivity using LoRa technology from space. The company's satellites extend LoRaWAN networks worldwide, enabling I...

satellite communications iot

Lloyd's of London Space

operational

Historic insurance marketplace that placed first space satellite insurance policy in 1965. Llift Space policy for NewSpace satellites under 300kg with...

Lloyd's Space

operational
London Est. 1965

World's largest and oldest insurance marketplace. First space satellite insurance placed in 1965. Connects 34+ expert space risk insurers. Hub for spa...

space insurance

Lumi Space

operational
London Est. 2018

Lumi Space provides commercial satellite laser ranging services for precision orbit determination with centimeter-level accuracy. Their technology off...

ground systems space situational awareness

Lunasa Space

operational

Lúnasa Space is a United Kingdom-based company developing in-space transportation infrastructure, specifically focused on last-mile satellite delivery...

in space services satellite operations electric propulsion

MBDA Space

operational
Stevenage Est. 2001

MBDA Space, established in 2001 and located in Stevenage, UK, focuses on developing and manufacturing complex weapon systems with a growing emphasis o...

defense satellites manufacturing

Michael Page Aerospace

operational
London Est. 1976

Michael Page Aerospace is a recruitment firm specializing in talent acquisition for the aerospace sector, operating as part of the larger PageGroup. F...

recruitment services staffing

Nebula Space Recruitment

operational
Cambridge Est. 2013

Specialist recruitment consultancy working exclusively in the space sector. Connects top-tier professionals with innovative, fast-moving space compani...

recruitment staffing

NSSLGlobal

operational
Redhill Est. 1969

NSSLGlobal is a leading independent full-service satellite systems integrator with over 55 years of experience, originally founded in 1969. The compan...

satellite communications maritime satellite services

Nu Quantum

operational

UK developer of photonic quantum networking hardware for distributed quantum computing. Building infrastructure for space-based quantum communication ...

OneWeb

operational
London Est. 2012

OneWeb is a global communications company building a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation to deliver broadband connectivity worldwide. After ...

satellite communications connectivity leo

Open Cosmos

operational
Didcot Est. 2015

Open Cosmos provides end-to-end satellite missions including manufacturing, launch, and operations. The company operates satellite constellations for ...

satellite services satellite manufacturing

Oxford Space Systems

operational
Harwell Est. 2013

Oxford Space Systems, founded in 2013 and based in Harwell, United Kingdom, is a company specializing in the development of deployable structures and ...

satellite manufacturing spacecraft components antennas

RAL Space NSTF

operational
Harwell Est. 1957

RAL Space, established in 1957 and located at Harwell, United Kingdom, is a leading facility dedicated to space science, technology development, and t...

testing instruments sensors

RocketBreaks

operational

RocketBreaks, located in the United Kingdom, is a pioneering space travel agency focused on making space accessible to private individuals. The compan...

space tourism human spaceflight services

RPC Telecommunications

operational
Hadleigh Est. 1993

RPC Telecommunications is a UK-based company specializing in spectrum management and regulatory consulting for the satellite communications industry. ...

spectrum management consulting satellite communications

Satellite Applications Catapult

operational
Harwell Est. 2013

Satellite Applications Catapult is a UK innovation centre that helps businesses develop space-enabled products and services. The organization supports...

research accelerator satellite services

Satellite Vu

operational
London Est. 2016

Satellite Vu (SatVu) develops high-resolution thermal infrared imaging satellites to monitor Earth's heat signature. The company provides thermal data...

earth observation

Satvu

operational
London Est. 2016

Satvu, founded in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a space-based analytics company specializing in earth observation data focused on energ...

earth observation analytics data services

SaxaVord Spaceport

operational
Unst Est. 2023

SaxaVord Spaceport is the UK's first licensed vertical launch spaceport, located on the Shetland Islands. Licensed in December 2023 for 30 launches pe...

spaceports

SEAES

operational
Edinburgh Est. 2002

Space Environment and Atmospheric Effects Services. UK Met Office collaboration. Space weather impact assessment. Aviation and space industry customer...

space weather analytics services

Sen

operational

UK company democratizing space with 4K video streaming from orbit. Three Ultra HD cameras on ISS via ESA Bartolomeo platform since March 2024. 20+ hou...

Seraphim Capital

operational
London Est. 2006

Seraphim Capital is a venture capital firm specializing in space technology investments. The firm operates the Seraphim Space Investment Trust, a publ...

space finance investment

Seraphim Space

operational
London Est. 2016

Seraphim operates an intense accelerator program with 40 workshops and 288 one-on-one sessions per company. Over 300 hours of accelerator content focu...

investment accelerator

Serco Space

operational
Hook Est. 1929

Serco provides space operations services including ground station management, mission control, and satellite operations for ESA and commercial operato...

services ground systems

Space Solar UK

operational

UK developer of CASSIOPeiA 2GW space-based solar power system. Secured LOI with Reykjavik Energy for 30MW by 2030 scaling to 15GW by mid-2040s via rad...

Spaceflux

operational

UK-based space intelligence company leveraging proprietary optical sensors combined with SWIR imaging and AI-driven analytics to track and characteriz...

SpacePath Communications

operational

SpacePath Communications is a United Kingdom-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of RF high-power amplifiers and associated equip...

satellite communications components satellite subsystems

Spaceport Cornwall

operational
Newquay Est. 2022

Spaceport Cornwall is a horizontal launch spaceport at Cornwall Airport Newquay with Space Systems Integration and Operations facilities. Licensed in ...

spaceports

Spire Maritime

operational
Glasgow Est. 2012

Spire Maritime, a division of Spire Global located in Glasgow, United Kingdom, specializes in maritime tracking and analytics services. Founded in 201...

maritime analytics satellite operations

Spirent Space

operational
Paignton Est. 1936

Spirent Space, founded in 1936 and currently located in Paignton, United Kingdom, is a leading global provider of automated testing and assurance solu...

navigation testing telecommunications

SSTL

operational
Guildford Est. 1985

Surrey Satellite Technology Limited (SSTL) is a pioneering UK small satellite manufacturer founded in 1985 as a University of Surrey spin-off, now own...

satellite manufacturing

SSTL (Surrey Satellite)

operational
Guildford Est. 1985

Pioneer small satellite manufacturer. Built 70+ satellites for 22 countries. Part of Airbus. Carbonite demonstration satellites. NovaSAR SAR constella...

satellite manufacturing small satellites earth observation

Surrey Satellite Technology

operational

Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) is a UK-based small satellite manufacturer celebrating over 30 years in business, founded in 1985. The company ...

satellite manufacturing small satellites satellite communications

Toshiba Quantum Technology

operational
Cambridge Est. 1999

Toshiba Quantum Technology, founded in 1999 and based in Cambridge, UK, is a pioneering company specializing in quantum key distribution (QKD) and bro...

quantum cybersecurity telecommunications

Transfinite Systems

operational
London Est. 1994

Transfinite Systems is a UK-based company founded in 1994 specializing in radiocommunications modeling and spectrum management software. The company i...

spectrum management software telecommunications

UKSA

operational
Swindon Est. 2010

The UK Space Agency (UKSA) is responsible for the United Kingdom's civil space program. UKSA coordinates UK space activities, manages funding for spac...

space agency

University of Glasgow Space

operational
Glasgow Est. 2007

University of Glasgow Space, operating within the James Watt School of Engineering, is a research-focused entity dedicated to advancing space technolo...

research academic aerospace

University of Surrey Space Centre

operational
Guildford Est. 1979

The University of Surrey Space Centre, established in 1979, is a leading center for small satellite research and education based in Guildford, United ...

satellite manufacturing small satellites academic

AAC Clyde Space

public
Glasgow Est. 2005 AAC.ST

AAC Clyde Space is a Scottish smallsat manufacturer providing satellite platforms, subsystems, and mission services. The company builds CubeSats and m...

satellite manufacturing

Arqit Quantum

public
London Est. 2017 ARQQ

Arqit develops quantum encryption technology for satellite and terrestrial networks. The UK company provides quantum-safe security solutions using sat...

satellite communications cybersecurity

BAE Systems

public
Farnborough Est. 1999 BA.L

BAE Systems is a British multinational defense company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Farnborough, United Kingdom. While broadly categorized wit...

defense electronics satellite communications

Rolls-Royce

public
London Est. 1906 RR.L

Rolls-Royce is a long-established engineering company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a core business focused on the development and pro...

propulsion aerospace manufacturing

AALTO HAPS

development
Farnborough Est. 2022

AALTO HAPS, an Airbus subsidiary founded in 2022 and based in Farnborough, United Kingdom, specializes in High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) techno...

haps stratospheric earth observation

Archangel Lightworks

development
Guildford Est. 2019

Archangel Lightworks, founded in 2019 and based in Guildford, United Kingdom, is a space technology company specializing in laser communications. The ...

laser communications satellite communications spacecraft components

Asteroid Mining Corporation

development
London Est. 2016

Asteroid Mining Corporation, founded in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a space-resource company focused on the development of technologi...

asteroid mining space resources small satellites

Astrosat

development
Edinburgh Est. 2016

Astrosat, founded in 2016 and based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is a space technology company specializing in artificial intelligence-powered satell...

analytics ai data services

Atomos Nuclear and Space

development
London Est. 2021

Atomos Nuclear and Space, founded in 2021 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a space technology company focused on the development of nuclear-pow...

nuclear propulsion space technology

BAE Systems Prismatic

development
Farnborough Est. 2015

BAE Systems Prismatic, founded in 2015 and based in Farnborough, United Kingdom, is a company focused on high-altitude platform (HAPS) technology with...

haps stratospheric aviation

Black Arrow Space

development
Plymouth Est. 2017

Black Arrow Space, founded in 2017 and based in Plymouth, United Kingdom, is a space company focused on providing launch services. The company is curr...

launch services launch vehicles maritime

Blue Skies Space

development
London Est. 2014

Blue Skies Space provides satellite astronomy data as a service through a dedicated fleet of satellites. Their Mauve satellite focuses on stellar spec...

satellite manufacturing data services research

Cervest

development
London Est. 2016

Cervest, founded in 2016 and based in London, UK, is a climate intelligence company providing software and analytics focused on physical climate risk....

analytics data services geospatial

Curvalux

development
Harwell Est. 2018

Curvalux, founded in 2018 and based in Harwell, United Kingdom, develops and manufactures curved phased array antennas focused on sustainable fixed wi...

antennas satellite communications telecommunications

EVONA

development
Bristol Est. 2018

EVONA is a specialist recruitment and staffing company focused exclusively on the space sector, founded in 2018 and operating with offices in the UK a...

recruitment staffing services

Gravitilab Aerospace

development
Scotland Est. 2020

Scottish launch and testing company. Suborbital rockets. Space environment testing services. Scotland-based.

launch services space tourism testing

KETS Quantum Security

development
Bristol Est. 2016

KETS Quantum Security, founded in 2016 and based in Bristol, UK, develops chip-based quantum security solutions designed to protect against emerging t...

quantum cybersecurity telecommunications

Magdrive

development
Bristol Est. 2020

Magdrive develops plasma propulsion systems for small satellites. The UK company manufactures electric thrusters providing high thrust and efficiency ...

propulsion

Magister Space

development
Leicester Est. 2021

Magister Space, founded in 2021 and based in Leicester, United Kingdom, is a space company focused on the development of satellites for environmental ...

earth observation satellite manufacturing small satellites

Meritus Talent

development
Cardiff Est. 2024

Meritus Talent is a specialist recruitment agency founded in 2024 and based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, focused exclusively on the aerospace, defence,...

recruitment staffing aerospace

NewSpace People

development
London Est. 2018

NewSpace People is a London-based recruitment and human resources firm specializing exclusively in the space industry. Founded in 2018, the company fo...

recruitment staffing services

Orbex

development
Forres Est. 2015

Orbex (Orbital Express Launch Ltd.) is a United Kingdom-based aerospace company headquartered in Forres, Moray, Scotland, with subsidiaries in Denmark...

launch services

OrbitGuardians

development
Harwell Est. 2020

OrbitGuardians develops space situational awareness and debris tracking solutions. The company provides services to help satellite operators avoid col...

debris removal space safety aerospace

Piran Composites

development
Newquay Est. 2015

Piran Composites, founded in 2015 and located in Newquay, UK, is an advanced composites design, engineering, and manufacturing service provider. The c...

composites materials manufacturing

Pulsar Fusion

development
Bletchley Est. 2011

Pulsar Fusion is developing nuclear fusion propulsion for deep space missions. The UK company also manufactures chemical rocket engines and is working...

propulsion

Reaction Engines

development
Abingdon Est. 1989

Reaction Engines develops revolutionary aerospace propulsion including the SABRE air-breathing rocket engine. The UK company's technology enables sing...

propulsion

Skyrora

development
Edinburgh Est. 2017

Skyrora is a Glasgow-based UK rocket company developing launch vehicles to provide British sovereign space access. In August 2025, the UK Civil Aviati...

launch services

Space Crew

development
London Est. 2021

Founded in 2021 and based in London, United Kingdom, Space Crew operates as a dedicated recruitment and staffing platform focused exclusively on the s...

recruitment staffing services

Space Forge

development
Cardiff Est. 2018

Space Forge develops reusable satellites for in-space manufacturing. The Welsh company plans to manufacture advanced materials in microgravity and ret...

in space services manufacturing satellite manufacturing

Space Forge ForgeStar

development
Cardiff Est. 2018

Space Forge's ForgeStar satellite manufactures advanced materials in microgravity. Produces semiconductors, alloys, and pharmaceuticals for return to ...

manufacturing materials

Space Forge Wales

development
Cardiff Est. 2018

Space Forge Wales, founded in 2018 and based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, is a company focused on the emerging field of in-space manufacturing. The com...

in space manufacturing satellite manufacturing spacecraft

Space Recruitment

development
Bristol Est. 2015

Space Recruitment, founded in 2015 and based in Bristol, UK, is a specialist recruitment partner focused on connecting talent with rapidly scaling tec...

recruitment consulting services

Space Solar

development
Didcot Est. 2022

Pioneering space-based solar power development with satellite power plant operational target of 2030. Partnership with Transition Labs to provide powe...

space solar power beaming

Spacebit

development
London Est. 2019

Spacebit is a UK-based space company founded in 2019 focused on lunar robotics and establishing a new economic model for space exploration. The compan...

lunar robotics space technology

Sutherland Spaceport

development
Sutherland Est. 2020

Space Hub Sutherland in northern Scotland is developing as a vertical launch spaceport. The site will host Orbex Prime rocket launches, targeting pola...

spaceports

Willis Towers Watson Inspace

development
London Est. 2016

Willis Towers Watson Inspace, founded in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, operates as a specialist brokerage and risk consultancy focused on ...

space insurance insurance services

Willis Towers Watson Space

development
London Est. 2016

Willis Towers Watson (WTW) Space, established in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, operates as a specialized insurance brokerage focused on th...

insurance services space insurance

Inmarsat

acquired
London Est. 1979

Inmarsat, now part of Viasat, operates a global mobile satellite communications network. The company provides voice and data services for maritime, av...

satellite operators satellite communications

Ultra Electronics Space

acquired
London Est. 1993

Ultra Electronics provides space electronics including signal processing, secure communications, and sensors for military and civil space programs. Ac...

electronics defense communications