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115 space organizations driving innovation in United Kingdom's aerospace industry
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All Companies (115)
Aegiq
operationalUK developer of integrated quantum photonics for space communications via Project U-Quant partnership with University of Exeter. Advanced quantum syst...
Alba Orbital
operationalScottish PocketQube manufacturer and operator. Unicorn-2 satellites for ship tracking. Cluster launches of ultra-small satellites. Pioneering sub-kilo...
All.Space
operationalAll.Space, founded in 2013 and based in Reading, UK, develops and manufactures advanced satellite communication (SATCOM) terminals. The company specia...
Antycip Simulation
operationalUK simulation and analysis tools provider for space missions. ST Engineering subsidiary offering STK-based solutions and virtual reality for mission p...
AON Space
operationalAon's space practice provides insurance brokerage for the space industry. The company arranges launch, in-orbit, and liability coverage for satellite ...
Astraius
operationalAstraius is a UK-based air-launch company focused on providing dedicated and responsive launch services for small to mid-sized satellites. Utilizing a...
Astron Systems
operationalUK 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
operationalAstronomy Now is a long-standing UK-based media company specializing in astronomy news and information. Founded in 1987 by the renowned astronomer Sir...
Atrium Space Insurance
operationalAtrium Space Insurance is a specialist provider of insurance solutions for the space industry, operating as a Lloyd’s consortium comprised of eight sy...
Avanti Communications
operationalAvanti Communications, founded in 2002 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a satellite communications provider specializing in Ka-band satellite s...
BAE Systems Space
operationalBritish aerospace and defense space division. Galileo navigation payloads. Weather satellite instruments. Electronic warfare systems. UK defense space...
Beazley Space
operationalLloyd's of London syndicate specializing in space insurance. Provides coverage for satellite damage, launch risks, and space-related liabilities throu...
Bird & Bird Space
operationalBird & Bird is a global international law firm with a significant and growing practice focused on the space sector. Founded in 1846 and currently oper...
Black Arrow Space Technologies
operationalBlack Arrow Space Technologies is a United Kingdom-based company focused on developing a novel seaborne launch system, the Black Arrow 2. The company ...
Bright Ascension
operationalSpace software specialists offering mission control, flight software (GenerationOne), and simulation software. Employee-owned company with offices in ...
Clyde Space
operationalClyde Space manufactures small satellite platforms and subsystems including power systems and structures. Part of AAC Holdings, serving the global sma...
Connecta Satellite Solutions
operationalConnecta Satellite Solutions, founded in 2000 and based in London, UK, is a provider of enterprise connectivity solutions utilizing satellite communic...
Craft Prospect
operationalCraft Prospect develops AI-powered satellite operations software. The UK company provides autonomous mission management systems enabling satellites to...
Cranfield University
operationalPostgraduate-only institution specializing in aerospace and defense, with extensive facilities for satellite testing, propulsion research, and space s...
Cranfield University Space
operationalCranfield University Space, a division of Cranfield University established in 1946, focuses on aerospace and space technology through research, postgr...
CRFS Limited
operationalCRFS Limited, founded in 2007 and now part of Motorola, is a UK-based company specializing in the development of deployable systems for detecting, ide...
CSG Talent
operationalCSG Talent is a global recruitment firm founded in 2003, specializing in talent acquisition across a diverse range of industries, including the aerosp...
Earth-i
operationalEarth-i, founded in 2015 and based in Guildford, United Kingdom, is a geospatial analytics company specializing in Earth observation data and intellig...
Element Materials Technology
operationalGlobal testing and certification company with dedicated aerospace and space testing facilities. Provides environmental testing, materials characteriza...
ETL Systems
operationalETL Systems is a UK-based designer and manufacturer of RF distribution equipment, serving the satellite communications, broadcast, defence, and mariti...
Eutelsat OneWeb
operationalEutelsat OneWeb operates a low Earth orbit satellite constellation of over 650 satellites providing global broadband connectivity from 1,200km altitud...
Geocento
operationalFounded in 2011 and based in the United Kingdom, Geocento is a technology-enabled expert consultancy specializing in commercial Earth Observation (EO)...
Global Aerospace Underwriting
operationalGlobal Aerospace Underwriting (GAU) is a London-based underwriting company specializing in the aerospace and space industries. Founded in 2001, GAU fo...
Goonhilly Earth Station
operationalGoonhilly operates the world's first private deep space communications network with 60+ antennas including 32m GHY-6 for deep-space missions. First pr...
Ground Control
operationalGround 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...
Hanwha Phasor
operationalHanwha Phasor, founded in 2012 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a technology company focused on the development of flat-panel antenna systems. ...
i4is (Initiative for Interstellar Studies)
operationali4is conducts research into the science and technology needed for interstellar travel. Explores advanced propulsion, starship design, and mission arch...
iCOMAT
operationalDeveloper of advanced composite materials and automated manufacturing systems for aerospace structures. Produces lighter, stronger satellite component...
In-Space Missions
operationalIn-Space Missions develops small satellites and hosted payload solutions. The UK company provides rapid-response satellite services and space infrastr...
Isotropic Systems
operationalIsotropic Systems develops multi-beam satellite antennas for simultaneous connectivity with multiple satellite constellations. The company's technolog...
Kayser Space
operationalKayser Space is a United Kingdom-based company operating from the Harwell Campus, specializing in the design and manufacture of experimental hardware ...
KISPE Space Systems
operationalKISPE Space Systems develops small satellite platforms for African and emerging markets. The UK company provides affordable microsatellite solutions f...
Lacuna Space
operationalLacuna Space provides global IoT connectivity using LoRa technology from space. The company's satellites extend LoRaWAN networks worldwide, enabling I...
Lloyd's of London Space
operationalHistoric insurance marketplace that placed first space satellite insurance policy in 1965. Llift Space policy for NewSpace satellites under 300kg with...
Lloyd's Space
operationalWorld's largest and oldest insurance marketplace. First space satellite insurance placed in 1965. Connects 34+ expert space risk insurers. Hub for spa...
Lumi Space
operationalLumi Space provides commercial satellite laser ranging services for precision orbit determination with centimeter-level accuracy. Their technology off...
Lunasa Space
operationalLúnasa Space is a United Kingdom-based company developing in-space transportation infrastructure, specifically focused on last-mile satellite delivery...
MBDA Space
operationalMBDA Space, established in 2001 and located in Stevenage, UK, focuses on developing and manufacturing complex weapon systems with a growing emphasis o...
Michael Page Aerospace
operationalMichael Page Aerospace is a recruitment firm specializing in talent acquisition for the aerospace sector, operating as part of the larger PageGroup. F...
Nebula Space Recruitment
operationalSpecialist recruitment consultancy working exclusively in the space sector. Connects top-tier professionals with innovative, fast-moving space compani...
NSSLGlobal
operationalNSSLGlobal is a leading independent full-service satellite systems integrator with over 55 years of experience, originally founded in 1969. The compan...
Nu Quantum
operationalUK developer of photonic quantum networking hardware for distributed quantum computing. Building infrastructure for space-based quantum communication ...
OneWeb
operationalOneWeb is a global communications company building a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation to deliver broadband connectivity worldwide. After ...
Open Cosmos
operationalOpen Cosmos provides end-to-end satellite missions including manufacturing, launch, and operations. The company operates satellite constellations for ...
Oxford Space Systems
operationalOxford Space Systems, founded in 2013 and based in Harwell, United Kingdom, is a company specializing in the development of deployable structures and ...
RAL Space NSTF
operationalRAL Space, established in 1957 and located at Harwell, United Kingdom, is a leading facility dedicated to space science, technology development, and t...
RocketBreaks
operationalRocketBreaks, located in the United Kingdom, is a pioneering space travel agency focused on making space accessible to private individuals. The compan...
RPC Telecommunications
operationalRPC Telecommunications is a UK-based company specializing in spectrum management and regulatory consulting for the satellite communications industry. ...
Satellite Applications Catapult
operationalSatellite Applications Catapult is a UK innovation centre that helps businesses develop space-enabled products and services. The organization supports...
Satellite Vu
operationalSatellite Vu (SatVu) develops high-resolution thermal infrared imaging satellites to monitor Earth's heat signature. The company provides thermal data...
Satvu
operationalSatvu, founded in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a space-based analytics company specializing in earth observation data focused on energ...
SaxaVord Spaceport
operationalSaxaVord Spaceport is the UK's first licensed vertical launch spaceport, located on the Shetland Islands. Licensed in December 2023 for 30 launches pe...
SEAES
operationalSpace Environment and Atmospheric Effects Services. UK Met Office collaboration. Space weather impact assessment. Aviation and space industry customer...
Sen
operationalUK 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
operationalSeraphim Capital is a venture capital firm specializing in space technology investments. The firm operates the Seraphim Space Investment Trust, a publ...
Seraphim Space
operationalSeraphim operates an intense accelerator program with 40 workshops and 288 one-on-one sessions per company. Over 300 hours of accelerator content focu...
Serco Space
operationalSerco provides space operations services including ground station management, mission control, and satellite operations for ESA and commercial operato...
Space Solar UK
operationalUK 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
operationalUK-based space intelligence company leveraging proprietary optical sensors combined with SWIR imaging and AI-driven analytics to track and characteriz...
SpacePath Communications
operationalSpacePath Communications is a United Kingdom-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of RF high-power amplifiers and associated equip...
Spaceport Cornwall
operationalSpaceport Cornwall is a horizontal launch spaceport at Cornwall Airport Newquay with Space Systems Integration and Operations facilities. Licensed in ...
Spire Maritime
operationalSpire Maritime, a division of Spire Global located in Glasgow, United Kingdom, specializes in maritime tracking and analytics services. Founded in 201...
Spirent Space
operationalSpirent Space, founded in 1936 and currently located in Paignton, United Kingdom, is a leading global provider of automated testing and assurance solu...
SSTL
operationalSurrey Satellite Technology Limited (SSTL) is a pioneering UK small satellite manufacturer founded in 1985 as a University of Surrey spin-off, now own...
SSTL (Surrey Satellite)
operationalPioneer small satellite manufacturer. Built 70+ satellites for 22 countries. Part of Airbus. Carbonite demonstration satellites. NovaSAR SAR constella...
Surrey Satellite Technology
operationalSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) is a UK-based small satellite manufacturer celebrating over 30 years in business, founded in 1985. The company ...
Toshiba Quantum Technology
operationalToshiba Quantum Technology, founded in 1999 and based in Cambridge, UK, is a pioneering company specializing in quantum key distribution (QKD) and bro...
Transfinite Systems
operationalTransfinite Systems is a UK-based company founded in 1994 specializing in radiocommunications modeling and spectrum management software. The company i...
UKSA
operationalThe UK Space Agency (UKSA) is responsible for the United Kingdom's civil space program. UKSA coordinates UK space activities, manages funding for spac...
University of Glasgow Space
operationalUniversity of Glasgow Space, operating within the James Watt School of Engineering, is a research-focused entity dedicated to advancing space technolo...
University of Surrey Space Centre
operationalThe University of Surrey Space Centre, established in 1979, is a leading center for small satellite research and education based in Guildford, United ...
AAC Clyde Space
publicAAC Clyde Space is a Scottish smallsat manufacturer providing satellite platforms, subsystems, and mission services. The company builds CubeSats and m...
Arqit Quantum
publicArqit develops quantum encryption technology for satellite and terrestrial networks. The UK company provides quantum-safe security solutions using sat...
BAE Systems
publicBAE Systems is a British multinational defense company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Farnborough, United Kingdom. While broadly categorized wit...
Rolls-Royce
publicRolls-Royce is a long-established engineering company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a core business focused on the development and pro...
AALTO HAPS
developmentAALTO HAPS, an Airbus subsidiary founded in 2022 and based in Farnborough, United Kingdom, specializes in High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) techno...
Archangel Lightworks
developmentArchangel Lightworks, founded in 2019 and based in Guildford, United Kingdom, is a space technology company specializing in laser communications. The ...
Asteroid Mining Corporation
developmentAsteroid Mining Corporation, founded in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a space-resource company focused on the development of technologi...
Astrosat
developmentAstrosat, founded in 2016 and based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is a space technology company specializing in artificial intelligence-powered satell...
Atomos Nuclear and Space
developmentAtomos Nuclear and Space, founded in 2021 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a space technology company focused on the development of nuclear-pow...
BAE Systems Prismatic
developmentBAE Systems Prismatic, founded in 2015 and based in Farnborough, United Kingdom, is a company focused on high-altitude platform (HAPS) technology with...
Black Arrow Space
developmentBlack Arrow Space, founded in 2017 and based in Plymouth, United Kingdom, is a space company focused on providing launch services. The company is curr...
Blue Skies Space
developmentBlue Skies Space provides satellite astronomy data as a service through a dedicated fleet of satellites. Their Mauve satellite focuses on stellar spec...
Cervest
developmentCervest, founded in 2016 and based in London, UK, is a climate intelligence company providing software and analytics focused on physical climate risk....
Curvalux
developmentCurvalux, founded in 2018 and based in Harwell, United Kingdom, develops and manufactures curved phased array antennas focused on sustainable fixed wi...
EVONA
developmentEVONA is a specialist recruitment and staffing company focused exclusively on the space sector, founded in 2018 and operating with offices in the UK a...
Gravitilab Aerospace
developmentScottish launch and testing company. Suborbital rockets. Space environment testing services. Scotland-based.
KETS Quantum Security
developmentKETS Quantum Security, founded in 2016 and based in Bristol, UK, develops chip-based quantum security solutions designed to protect against emerging t...
Magdrive
developmentMagdrive develops plasma propulsion systems for small satellites. The UK company manufactures electric thrusters providing high thrust and efficiency ...
Magister Space
developmentMagister Space, founded in 2021 and based in Leicester, United Kingdom, is a space company focused on the development of satellites for environmental ...
Meritus Talent
developmentMeritus Talent is a specialist recruitment agency founded in 2024 and based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, focused exclusively on the aerospace, defence,...
NewSpace People
developmentNewSpace People is a London-based recruitment and human resources firm specializing exclusively in the space industry. Founded in 2018, the company fo...
Orbex
developmentOrbex (Orbital Express Launch Ltd.) is a United Kingdom-based aerospace company headquartered in Forres, Moray, Scotland, with subsidiaries in Denmark...
OrbitGuardians
developmentOrbitGuardians develops space situational awareness and debris tracking solutions. The company provides services to help satellite operators avoid col...
Piran Composites
developmentPiran Composites, founded in 2015 and located in Newquay, UK, is an advanced composites design, engineering, and manufacturing service provider. The c...
Pulsar Fusion
developmentPulsar Fusion is developing nuclear fusion propulsion for deep space missions. The UK company also manufactures chemical rocket engines and is working...
Reaction Engines
developmentReaction Engines develops revolutionary aerospace propulsion including the SABRE air-breathing rocket engine. The UK company's technology enables sing...
Skyrora
developmentSkyrora is a Glasgow-based UK rocket company developing launch vehicles to provide British sovereign space access. In August 2025, the UK Civil Aviati...
Space Crew
developmentFounded in 2021 and based in London, United Kingdom, Space Crew operates as a dedicated recruitment and staffing platform focused exclusively on the s...
Space Forge
developmentSpace Forge develops reusable satellites for in-space manufacturing. The Welsh company plans to manufacture advanced materials in microgravity and ret...
Space Forge ForgeStar
developmentSpace Forge's ForgeStar satellite manufactures advanced materials in microgravity. Produces semiconductors, alloys, and pharmaceuticals for return to ...
Space Forge Wales
developmentSpace 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...
Space Recruitment
developmentSpace Recruitment, founded in 2015 and based in Bristol, UK, is a specialist recruitment partner focused on connecting talent with rapidly scaling tec...
Space Solar
developmentPioneering space-based solar power development with satellite power plant operational target of 2030. Partnership with Transition Labs to provide powe...
Spacebit
developmentSpacebit is a UK-based space company founded in 2019 focused on lunar robotics and establishing a new economic model for space exploration. The compan...
Sutherland Spaceport
developmentSpace Hub Sutherland in northern Scotland is developing as a vertical launch spaceport. The site will host Orbex Prime rocket launches, targeting pola...
Willis Towers Watson Inspace
developmentWillis Towers Watson Inspace, founded in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, operates as a specialist brokerage and risk consultancy focused on ...
Willis Towers Watson Space
developmentWillis Towers Watson (WTW) Space, established in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, operates as a specialized insurance brokerage focused on th...
Inmarsat
acquiredInmarsat, now part of Viasat, operates a global mobile satellite communications network. The company provides voice and data services for maritime, av...
Ultra Electronics Space
acquiredUltra Electronics provides space electronics including signal processing, secure communications, and sensors for military and civil space programs. Ac...