News
The UK Space Agency Accelerator provides support for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey and we are proud to share achievements and news from our current cohort and alumni.
2nd Nov 2024
Award
Prometheus Space Technologies Wins First Place in Kifisia Municipality Program for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Prometheus Space Technologies has been awarded first place in the Kifisia Municipality Program for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, recognising their pioneering work in wildfire prevention through space technology and AI. Their Prometheus Fire Guardian platform offers an advanced solution for wildfire risk management, underscoring Prometheus's commitment to environmental protection.
31st Oct 2024
Nomination
Stars Edge Selected as Finalists for The Deeptech Demo Day 2024
Stars Edge has been selected as a finalist for The Deeptech Demo Day 2024. The team will pitch alongside other innovative companies from across Europe in front of world-leading investors.
24th Oct 2024
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Prometheus Space Technologies Wins Smart Cities Award 2024
Prometheus Space Technologies recently received the prestigious Smart Cities Award 2024, recognising their innovative work in wildfire prevention. This award highlights the impactful advancements the venture is bringing to smart city innovation and disaster prevention.
16th Oct 2024
Partnership
Asteroid Mining Corporation and ispace Announce Strategic Collaboration
Asteroid Mining Corporation has entered into a strategic partnership with ispace, marking a significant development in the asteroid mining industry. This collaboration is set to advance both companies’ capabilities and push forward sustainable resource extraction in space.
10th Oct 2024
Accelerators
Seraphim Selects Artemis Earth for 14th Space Accelerator Cohort
Seraphim has announced that Artemis Earth is one of the 11 startups selected for its 14th space accelerator cohort. This programme supports innovative startups shaping the future of the space sector, providing valuable resources and mentorship to foster cutting-edge solutions.
16th Sept 2024
Media Coverage
Katie King, CEO of BioOrbit, Invited to Boardwave Live
Katie King, CEO of BioOrbit, was invited to speak at Boardwave Live: The Great Acceleration on 16th September 2024. Katie discussed the remarkable advancements in the space industry over the past five years and shared BioOrbit’s vision for the future, highlighting the company’s role in driving progress within the sector.
13th Sept 2024
Awards
Pan Galactic Named UK SpaceTech StartUp of the Year 2024
Pan Galactic has been awarded the title of UK SpaceTech StartUp of the Year 2024, celebrating their remarkable achievements and contributions to the UK’s space technology landscape. This award underscores Pan Galactic’s innovative approach and impact within the space sector.
10th Sept 2024
Accelerators
Techstars Space Accelerator Welcomes Astron Systems and More
The Techstars Space Accelerator announced its newest class, featuring alumni Astron Systems among 12 companies entering the programme. Run in collaboration with the United States Space Force and NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the accelerator provides invaluable support for startups making strides in space innovation.
10th Aug 2024
Nomination
Pan Galactic Shortlisted for Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards
Pan Galactic has been recognised as a national finalist in the Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards for the John Caudwell Award, sponsored by Caudwell Children. The competition showcases inspiring entrepreneurs from various industries, and Pan Galactic is honoured to be among the top 9 finalists.
9th Aug 2024
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2024 UK StartUp Awards Finalists Announced
The UK StartUp Awards have announced eight finalists recognised for pushing boundaries in space innovation and advancing knowledge beneficial to both Earth and space. Among the finalists, six alumni and one current participant from our programme were recognised for their pioneering contributions.
6th Aug 2024
Media Coverage
Oren Smith-Carpenter, CEO of Aurora Aviotics, Featured in BBC News
Oren Smith-Carpenter, CEO of Aurora Aviotics, shares his insights and advice for school leavers considering a career in this emerging sector in a recent BBC News interview. Oren, who is an alumnus of our programmes, has played a crucial role in building components for rockets that have left Earth’s atmosphere.
28th July 2024
Award
SpaceDots Named a ‘Top 10 SmallSat Startup to Watch in 2024’
SpaceDots has been named one of the 'Top 10 SmallSat Startups to Watch in 2024' by Satellite Today. This recognition highlights SpaceDots’ groundbreaking work in small satellite technology and its potential for future contributions to the space industry.
23rd July 2024
Funding
New professional development course offering career pathways into space awarded £450,000
Led by the University of Leicester, in partnership with Alden Legal and Meridian Space Command.
Fundamentals of Sustainable Space Engineering, Law and Operations is a flexible professional development course that offers up to seven weeks of accredited training for those seeking new careers in the space industry.
23rd July 2024
Funding
Space Systems ensuring Engineering Test Best Practice receives £450,000 from the UK Space Agency to tackle key skills gap
Led by Plastron Training Ltd, in partnership with the Space Skills Alliance, Lat51 Space Systems Ltd, European Astrotech Ltd, Plymouth & South Devon Freeport, and JMA Projects Ltd.
The SiC4E Engineering Test Best Practice training programme introduces participants to core learning at key stages of their professional development to embed good practices and maintain safety standards.
23rd July 2024
Funding
Space Applications Learning Hub awarded £350,000
Led by the Royal Institute of Navigation, in partnership with Space Professionals Partnership, Geospatial Ventures Ltd, and the Space Skills Alliance.
This accessible, interactive learning hub will deliver on-line courses led by experts in systems engineering, data/AI/ML and commercial operations across positioning, navigation and timing (PNT), Earth observation (EO/GIS) and satellite communications.
22nd July 2024
Funding
Advanced Microscopy and Thermal Control Upgrades to the SpaceLab Microgravity Research System: £560,000
Led by Frontier Space Technologies, in partnership with Cranfield University as part of the National Space Innovation Programme.
Frontier Space Technologies Ltd and Cranfield University will develop their SpaceLab, capable of conducting experiments in micro-gravity environments. Specific upgrades will significantly enhance capability for drug discovery and in orbit manufacture of high value products. Applications include pharmaceuticals, bio-sciences and material science.
22nd July 2024
Funding
£800,000 awarded to equip the UK with capabilities for inspecting, protecting, and repairing vital assets beyond Earth.
Led by Lodestar Space in partnership with Momentus Space, Growbotics and University of Glasgow as part of the National Space Innovation Programme.
Lodestar Space will develop a platform-agnostic modular robotic arm to perform contact dependent dynamic space operations. Intended for flight on Momentus Space’s Vigoride platform, the partnership also involves Growbotics and the University of Glasgow to equip the UK with sovereign capabilities for inspecting, protecting, and repairing vital assets beyond Earth.
22nd July 2024
Funding
TARS-IOD: Flight-ready model for In-Orbit Demonstration of Tomorrow’s Astro-Robotic System: £800,000
Led by Lodestar Space in partnership with Momentus Space, Growbotics and University of Glasgow.
Lodestar Space will develop a platform-agnostic modular robotic arm to perform contact dependent dynamic space operations. Intended for flight on Momentus Space’s Vigoride platform, the partnership also involves Growbotics and the University of Glasgow to equip the UK with sovereign capabilities for inspecting, protecting, and repairing vital assets beyond Earth.
27th May 2024
Funding
Investment of £320,000 fuels Aurora Avionics’ ascent towards becoming a key player in the UK space sector.
Aurora Avionics secured the major backing from Gabriel Investment Syndicate and Scottish Enterprise, which is enabling it to ramp up its research and design, further expanding its five-strong team of engineering experts. They are also on track to have a on track to have a full prototype system ready for testing within a year.
10th April 2024
Award
Katie King, CEO of BioOrbit, wins Innovator Award at Everywoman in Tech Awards.
Katie King, CEO of BioOrbit and alumni of the Leo programme wins the Innovator Award at the everywomen in Tech Awards for her company and continued work promoting women in STEM, including her 5+ years working with Tech She Can.
5th April 2024
Funding
Bright Ascension Secures £2.25M Investment to Accelerate HELIX Products to Market Release
Bright Ascension are a leading provider of unique off-the-shelf software products and solutions for the delivery of space-based services, both on spacecraft and on the ground. The investment builds on their recent commercial success and continuing commitment to streamline spacecraft software development, operations, service and end-user insights delivery processes to provide faster, simpler and significantly more cost-effective solutions.
23rd Nov 2023
Astron Systems has been named a Deep Tech Pioneer by Hello Tomorrow
From thousands of applications, the experts at Hello Tomorrow sae real potential in their solution to make space more affordable with fully-reusable rockets.
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