Giant-Leap.Space Weekly News Round-up
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Giant-Leap.Space Weekly News Round-upNov 07, 2021
UK Space News Roundup | 5th December 2021
In Today’s Episode:
UKSA Launch the new ‘Explore’ Programme;
AAC Clyde Space join the Department for International Trade in promoting UK Exports;
Skyrora begin promoting their launch campaign;
SmallSpark Space Systems complete an important funding raise;
Pulsar Fusion up the tempo on ground-based testing, this time in Switzerland; and
Space Science Policy Expert Andy Williams promotes a paper provoking me to ask if Elon Musk is quite a good as we often think he is.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from D-Orbit
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Weekly Space News Roundup | 28th November 2021
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In Today’s Episode:
The James Webb Space Telescope is delayed by an incident;
Not to go a week out of the news, Astroscale complete an enormous funding round;
The ESA Solar Orbiter makes flying visit home;
Bletchley based Pulsar Fusion hot fire their hybrid rocket engine destined for orbit;
The UK Spaceflight Safety and Regulatory Council meets for the first time; and
Orbex release a rare glimpse inside their manufacturing facilities.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from Orbex: #JoboftheWeek Link
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Weekly Space News Roundup | 21st November 2021
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In Today’s Episode:
Virgin Orbit team up with Astroscale through an MoU indicating a provision of up to 10 launches;
SmallSpark Space Systems grow the team ahead of a rumoured facilities upgrade;
MP’s take evidence from across the industry in review of UK space strategy and infrastructure;
Surrey Satellite Technologies, known as SSTL host top Australian Space leaders;
The Western world unites in condemnation of an anti-satellite missile test conducted by Russia; and
European Ministers in charge of Space policy, represented on the UK’s behalf by CEO of UK Space Agency Paul Bate have met and agreed on a set of accords for how the continent should move into the future.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from SSTL:
sstlrecruitment.ciphr-irecruit.com
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Weekly Space News Roundup | 14th November 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Astroscale take on new facilities at Harwell including spacecraft manufacture;
Rolls-Royce secure funding for small nuclear reactors;
Boeing move to compete with OneWeb, Inmarsat and other UK Comms companies with another LEO Broadband constellation;
In further news from across the pond, I’ll tell you how to take part in some awesome Mars citizen science;
SmallSpark Space Systems reveal further information about FROST Micro sub-orbital rocket; and
Westcott Venture Park approaches completion on a new 27,000 square foot high tech facility seeking a tenant to share alongside the Satellite Applications Catapult.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from Orbex:
https://orbexspace.applytojob.com/apply/Fz2ASsKVtW/Propulsion-Test-Lead
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Weekly Space News Roundup | 7th November 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Two government departments launch Nanosat design competition for beginners, we’ll discuss how to win and get your design launched to space;
Orb Astro have signed a service agreement with Newspace pioneers Digantara for a 6U satellite;
The UK Government lead the way at the UN on combatting threatening space behaviours;
The Horizon Europe Space Funding Call is now open;
Prestwick Spaceport announce 1 year until they start works on new infrastructure; and
OneWeb employees shed tears of joy as their live system connects global families.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from today’s Sponsor.
I’m delighted to say that this roundup is sponsored by Mace Group, the London-based Construction company which achieved Net Zero carbon emissions in over 70 countries last year, and delivered the National Satellite Testing Facility at Harwell Space Campus.
To find out more about Mace’s incredible work, values and ambitions, head over to macegroup.com. Thanks for supporting the UK Space News Mace! By choosing to support us through sponsorship, not only do you get a shout-out for your business, but also the #JoboftheWeek is yours by default! As a result, stick around to the end, to find out about some exciting UK opportunities at Mace Construction right now!
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JoboftheWeek Link:
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Weekly Space News Roundup | 31st October 2021
In Today’s Episode:
We take a look back at the Black Arrow rocket, which flew Prospero to space 50 years ago this week;
Space Forge cut the ribbon on a new facility;
Astroscale team up with MDA and Thales Alenia Space on a UKSA funded feasibility study;
Government announced R&D Spending increase with comment from the Minister; and
ESA are looking to celebrate European space enthusiasts, educators and communicators. We’ll talk about how you could win some incredible prizes.
Today’s #JoboftheWeek comes from Oxford Space Systems.
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Weekly Space news Roundup | 24th October 2021
In Today’s Episode:
In-Space Missions Limited launch a game-changing ride-sharing option;
Lockheed Martin and Nanoracks join Voyager Space in Joint Venture for seminal commercial space station;
Satellite Vu close an Over-subscribed Series A Funding Round; and
The Space Industry prepares to meet in Dubai at IAC2021.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from Surrey Satellite Technologies.
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#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://sstlrecruitment.ciphr-irecruit.com/templates/CIPHR/jobdetail_2222.aspx
Weekly Space News Roundup for 17th October 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Skyrora Sign historic Launch agreement with Shetland Launch Facility – Saxavord Spaceport;
B2Space continue their successful testing programme, flying into the stratosphere; and
OneWeb, reach another major milestone in their Launch Campaign.
This roundup is sponsored by OneWeb
To find out more about OneWeb’s incredible work, journey and products, head over to OneWeb.net.
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Space News Roundup 10th October 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Orbital Astronautics sign mission agreement to provide 6U cubesat for Aistech granting GiantLeap an exclusive interview;
The UK Government Launch the National Space Strategy;
Astroscale unveil an in-orbit servicing vehicle, called LEXI;
The CAA have published their first space licenses since becoming the official regulators; and
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Space Forge in Wales. This company is rapidly growing as they seek two engineers. The Job of the Week role though, goes to their Manufacturing Engineer to be based in Newport Stick around for details!
BREAKING:
Spaceport Cornwall gave GiantLeap an early peek at news regarding a confirmed customer launch in July 2022
JoboftheWeek Link:
https://apply.workable.com/space-forge-ltd/
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Weekly Space News Roundup for 15th August 2021
In Today’s Episode:
In-Space Missions secure £9.5m in government funding for Titania;
OneWeb secures a further $300m from South Korean Fortune 500 company Hanwha Group;
Inmarsat supercharge the L-Band for Marine Communications with ELERA upgrade;
and, Tickets for the UK Space Conference go up for registration.
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from MagDrive at Harwell, Oxfordshire. The team is recruiting an entry level job, pulling in a cool £30k - £50k. Stick around for more details!
Link for #JoboftheWeek:
https://www.magdrivespace.com/
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Weekly Space News Roundup for 8th August 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Inmarsat announce a new space enabled communications network called: Orchestra;
SSTL and Airbus Defence and Space collaborate on Quantum Satellite, generating a paradigm shift in mission flexibility;
Prime Minister Boris Johnson opens a new £35m Airbus Defence and Space HQ in Stevenage;
Two spacecraft with significant UK contribution swoop down on Venus at the same time as one another;
UK Space Agency launch the second phase of their LEO Programme, a start-up accelerator programme powered by Entrepreneurial Spark who’s Co-Founder and Director gives us an exclusive.
and, the #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Alba Orbital in Glasgow. The start-up which GiantLeapers will remember completed the Y Combinator Accelerator, and completed a successful funding round earlier this year. They now continue to expand their team!
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Space News Roundup for 1st August 2021
OFCOM challenge satellite constellations to avoid interference with new strict licensing rules;
UK Space Agency seeks talented advice for the Science Programme Advisory Committee, nominations are now open;
Westcott Venture Park hosts Westcott Expo, we take a brief look at some of the action;
The UK Government announce a quick fire funding round for a share of £1.5m, I’ll explain what’s in scope and how to apply;
Saving the most exciting until last: SmallSpark Space Systems conclude 2 days of engine hot-fire testing for Frost Micro prototype;
and,
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Bright Ascension in Edinburgh, Dundee or Bristol.
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UKSA SPAC Nominations email:
louise.ingram@ukspaceagency.gov.uk
UKSA Future Space Exploration Technology Call Documentation & Application Form:
#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://www.brightascension.com/jobs/customer-applications-engineer/
Space News Roundup for 25th July 2021
In Today’s Episode:
The Space Investment Quarterly from Space Capitol for Q2 is out;
Hubble returns to scientific operations;
B2Space complete a test flight and give GiantLeap an exclusive update on the future;
Blue Abyss in Cornwall move another step closer to reality with plans submitted for approval;
and,
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from the Civil Aviation Authority in Sussex.
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Weekly Space News Roundup for 18th July 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Seraphim Space Investment Trust PLC, raised over £180m at IPO including a well known investor;
UK Members of Parliament discuss Space Debris alongside Finding Prospero;
We take a bit of a deep dive at the Finding Prospero Mission;
News from across the pond: Both the oldest and youngest people to travel to space will do so with Blue Origin;
and,
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Lockheed Martin in Oxfordshire.
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#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/space
UK Space News Roundup 11th July 2021
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https://youtu.be/b6Zwps1ze6E
In Today’s Episode:
UK Space Conference is to be sponsored by UK Space Agency;
UK PITMS Instrument destined for the Moon is delivered to NASA for payload integration;
Space Comm-Expo has now finished. We bring you some of the highlights;
Reaction Engines, the company behind the SABRE engine and Skylon concept receives further UK Space Agency Funding, and;
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from DSTL at Porton Down.
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PITMS 1 Sheet Summary:
https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2020/pdf/1091.pdf
Space Comm-Expo Speakers:
https://space-comm.co.uk/speakers/
#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?jcode=1730153 #GiantLeap
UK Space News Roundup 4th July 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Major OneWeb Shareholder Bharti Enterprises pours another $500m into the company;
The House of Lords pass the Space Industry Regulations into Law, paving the way for UK Launch;
After last week’s Gravitilab rebranding story, Shetland Space Centre have renamed to Saxavord Spaceport;
Cornwall’s Truro and Penwith College has opened the doors to the space focused CSATT facility;
and,
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from B2Space in Bristol.
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Truro & Penwith College Link:
https://www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/events/cornwall-space-and-aerospace-technology-training-launch-event
#JoboftheWeek link:
Weekly Space News Roundup for 27th June 2021
In Today's Episode: Armed Forces week comes to a close, UK Space Command hosts American counterpart SmallSpark Space Systems have completed successful first test of S4-Hive engine; Raptor Aerospace rebrands to Gravitilab; German Company HyImpulse are all set to begin engine testing of their own, in Shetland; It may not be UK space news per se, but Kerbal Space Program is 10 years old. We briefly discuss its legacy; and, the #JoboftheWeek this week comes from RAL Space at Harwell.
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Job of the Week Recruitment Link: https://careersportal.co.uk/UKRI-careers/jobs/systems-engineer-662
Space Expo Link: https://www.space-comm.co.uk/visit/
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Weekly Space News Roundup for 20th June 2021
In Today's Episode:
A UK Space Agency commissioned report from industry experts on the health of the Oxford – Cambridge Arc has been published;
Astronaut and Parastronaut applications to the European Space Agency close;
The Science Minster cuts the ribbon on a new multi-million pound National Space Propulsion Test Facility;
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The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Avanti Communications. Here’s the link:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2586955412/
Oxford Cambridge Arc Report in full:
http://sa.catapult.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Developing-the-Space-Sector-in-the-Oxford-Cambridge-Arc-Full-Report-FINAL-Mar-21.pdf
Weekly Space News Roundup for 13th June 2021
In Today’s Episode:
The UK Space Agency ‘Space Growth Partnership Survey’ closes in a few day’s time on 18th June. I’ll tell you how to take part;
The Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy has announced a satellite design competition with funding to launch it to space;
In International News: Relativity Space, an American firm famous for 3d printing their small launch rocket components have joined the big leagues;
The UK Space Agency continues to make the news by appointing a New CEO and announcing a strong involvement in the EnVision ESA mission to Venus;
Seraphim Capital makes the news twice this week, once with Amazon Web Services, and the other with an exciting IPO announcement. Be sure to stick around to the end to hear more about this exciting IPO;
G7 News: I’ll tell you about the huge Arqit news that nobody is talking about, but everybody should be;
and,
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Airbus Defence and Space.
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UK Space Growth Partnership Survey Link
Nano-Satellite Design Competition Link
External Arstechnica Article on Relativity Space 'Terran R' Link
Weekly Space News Roundup for 6th June 2021
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In Today’s Episode:
The Royal Navy invests in Space Signals Intelligence Capability;
The UAE Space Agency have asked for global assistance in setting up a colony on Mars;
New Zealand joins the UK on our journey to the Moon, by signing up to the Artemis Accords;
Cornwall will host another major space infrastructure project: Blue Abyss, supported by Tim Peake who tells us why it’s important to him;
As Pride Month begins and the UK Space Agency joins organisations in their celebrations, they also announce an £800k fund for space debris removal. I’ll give you all the detail;
and,
This week’s #JoboftheWeek comes to us via UKSEDS, a society across the UK of students supporting the exploration and development of space. If you’re in education, I highly recommend them! If you aren’t in education though, you could head back as a curriculum lead down in Cornwall. Here's the link to apply:
Weekly Space News Roundup for 30th May 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Rolls-Royce officially include space in their strategic vision for the future, demonstrating some new use cases for their nuclear propulsion and power plants in space;
There is some International News on China’s Zhrong Rover;
The UK Government lays Spaceport licensing plans before Parliament to enable Space Launch next summer;
Researchers discover a Chernobyl fungus that could become advanced radiation shielding for future space exploration missions to Mars;
SSTL’s LCNS consortium wants your input on how to move forward;
The Satellite Applications Catapult and UK Space Agency publish a new paper explaining UK Space Industry opportunities for the next decade;
Government funds UK businesses with £2m to optioneer Position, Navigation and Timing, in a departure from the long-held OneWeb hopes in that area;
Astroscale select AAC Clyde Space to build critical sub-systems for their End-of-Life Service satellite platform;
and,
This week’s #JoboftheWeek is a cracker coming out of RHEA group, although to find out about a paid internship opportunity with the Mars Society in Utah USA, get in touch! To See all jobs, and contact me directly, head over to Patreon.com/GiantLeap
Full Rolls Royce Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7jNp9FbfgU
SSTL LCNS Consultation:
https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/lcns-user-engagement/home
#ForwardtotheMoon
#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://spaceindividuals.com/job-details?id=609140b02f92610a8e710cdf
Weekly Space News Roundup for 23rd May 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Last week OneWeb signed an MoU for the American Market, this week they swiftly follow up with Canadian firm: ROCK Networks;
Cyber Security in Space firm, Arqit have announced a plan to create 2,000 new jobs;
The UK Space Agency release data showing the UK Space Industry might be bigger than you thought;
Applications open for the international Earth Observation Dashboard Hackathon, taking place next month. We’ve detailed how to apply over on LinkedIn, and of course here's the link;
The European Space Agency have given UK companies a share of £2m towards infrastructure for the Moon;
Airbus’s fully privately funded Pleiades Neo constellation of super high resolution satellites have published their first incredible images;
ESA prepare for their solar weather satellite mission, you could name it, we’ll tell you how; and,
With 78 different jobs published to our Discord feed this week, it’s been hard to select The #JoboftheWeek! However, we’re bringing you one of two offerings from Skyrora.
#JoboftheWeek:
Skyrora: Business Communications Officer
Weekly Space News Roundup for 16th May 2021
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In Today’s Episode:
UK Ministry of Defence Contract with Airbus again to expand Skynet Satellite System;
OneWeb makes another big move, signing an MoU with USA-based TrustComm, whilst they also reveal some of their plans to demonstrate service to the UK;
Dubai’s World Expo 2020 will host Welsh: Smallspark Space Systems;
Virgin Orbit invest in UK Quantum Encryption company Arqit, and sign a launch agreement;
Scotland’s Alba Orbital release the exact amount of funding they won in the seed round we reported last month; and,
The #JoboftheWeek hails from Oxford Space Systems, Here's the link:
Weekly Space News Roundup for 9th May 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Lithuania brings new technology as they join the European Space Agency;
OneWeb hires MET Office chair, Rob Woodward to the board;
The UAE Space Agency awards lunar rover computing contract to UK Business;
CANZUK Partner, Australia selects first ever Space Commander just 1 month after the UK did the same;
SpaceX Stick the Landing; and,
The #JoboftheWeek hails from Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage. Stick around for detail on how to apply.
Lithuanian Space Association:
#JoboftheWeek:
https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/job-listing/principal-stress-engineer-airbus-JV_IC2669754_KO0,25_KE26,32.htm?jl=4081603647/
Weekly Space News Roundup for 2nd May 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Air Vice Marshal Paul Godfrey, of UK Space Command sets out his vision;
OneWeb secures over half a billion in additional funding;
UK Researchers plan to lead the way on astro-biology, we tell you how to take part;
Seraphim Capital release global Space investment figures, with insights at your fingertips;
International Trade Minister announces first 10 companies in the UK Space Export Academy, you’ll probably recognise some but not all of the names;
Canadian GHGSAT joins the UK Space Industry, announcing a London Office alongside the first of several expected jobs; and,
The #JoboftheWeek comes out of an intensely busy recruiting week for jobs posted to our Patreon discord server, but we bring you, potentially the pick of the crop:
GiantLeap Job of the Week: OneWeb Key Account Manager
Weekly Space News Roundup for 25th April 2021
In Today’s Episode:
The World celebrates Earth Day;
The Department for International Trade Consults with Industry over Exporting;
Space Park Leicester reach Practical Completion, taking possession of the keys;
Satellite Vu secure £3.6m in seed Funding from UK & US Venture Capital firms;
In news from across the pond, NASA’s JPL successfully maiden the Ingenuity helicopter, on Mars;
And Giant-Leap.Space reaches our 10th News Roundup in this format.
Our #JoboftheWeek is with Oxford Space Systems: https://oxford.space/Recruitment/
UK Space Agency (LinkedIn only) Video Link:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/uk-space-agency_earth-day-2021-activity-6790954865016266752-cJ8B
Export Consultation Link: https://www.events.great.gov.uk/website/4117/export-control-consultation-form/
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Weekly Space News Roundup for 18th April 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Gravity Challenge 03 opens for industry submissions;
The international community celebrates Human Spaceflight Day;
Lockheed Martin bulk buys rocket launches including from Scotland;
Glasgow’s Alba Orbital complete an historic fundraising round with Y Combinator;
Northrop Grumman dock to a live satellite in Geo for the second time in history;
The Industry gears up for the 2021 Space-Comm Expo and;
Giant-Leap releases our latest documentary asking if Disney Engineers are making Astronauts Obsolete.
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Gravity Challenge 3 link:
https://gravitychallenge.space/
Our LinkedIn Post Re: Gravity Challenges:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6784756320198389760
Space-Comm Expo Sign-up Link:
https://www.space-comm.co.uk/
#JoboftheWeek RHEA Group Satcom Flight Products Engineer:
https://www.rheagroup.com/career/satcom-flight-products-engineer/
Weekly Space News Roundup for 11th April 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Gravity Challenge 03 announces 12 exciting challenges to Industry; OneWeb continue to secure supply chain partners, this time in the form of Applied Satellite Technology Ltd, based in Yarmouth; NASA Praises Airbus Defence & Space’s Facilities in Stevenage as best in the World; Two artificial satellites risk a dangerous collision; His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh has passed away, at the age on 99. A Royal Navy veteran, acquaintance to the Apollo 11 crew, and honorary Marshal of the Royal Air Force.
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Weekly Space News Roundup for 4th April 2021
In Today’s Episode:
The Satellite Applications Catapult opens applications for the Space Sector Export Academy.
ESA selects a UK vehicle for their second ‘Scout’ Mission in the form of the SSTL HydroGNSS satellite.
Astronaut and Parastronaut recruitment finally opens for the European Space Agency, I’ll take you through some of the specifics.
Glasgow based ACC Clyde Space secured a customer for their new Space Data service.
UK based Satixfy has formed a Joint Venture with Singapore Technology Engineering called JetTalk, securing another UK firm: OneWeb as their first major customer. There’s more on this breath-taking news to follow.
ESA Astronaut Recruitment:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/giant-leap-space_esa-astronaut-selection-press-kit-activity-6767578088583897089-zwir
UKSA Department for International Trade Space Exporting Academy Sign-up:
https://www.events.great.gov.uk/website/4117/space-export-academy/
#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://apply.workable.com/isotropic-systems/j/1428A04669/
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UK Space News Roundup 28th March 2021
In Today’s Episode:
UK Government makes a huge announcement on a future spy satellite constellation plus the UK Space Agency splits £1m into 5 for international projects spanning Mars, astronomy and weather forecasting.
GK Launch Services Boost UK Controlled ELSA-d mission by Astroscale.
RSM UK and SpaceTec Partners have completed an independent review of the UK Space Industry, with encouraging results.
CANZUK International Announce a report into a joint Space Agency, whilst working exclusively with GiantLeap on an in-depth article on the subject which we published mid-week to our Patreons, and is now available to the wider public. Link in the description!
And, the #joboftheweek is joined by another three massive headlines in another exciting and action-filled week for the UK Space Industry.
CANZUK Space Agency Documentary Video:
https://youtu.be/AHp34BSC64k
JOTW Link:
https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/index.cgi?SID=cGFnZWFjdGlvbj12aWV3dmFjYnlqb2JsaXN0JnVzZXJzZWFyY2hjb250ZXh0PTUxOTQ5NDQwJnBhZ2VjbGFzcz1Kb2JzJm93bmVydHlwZT1mYWlyJm93bmVyPTUwNzAwMDAmY3NvdXJjZT1jc3FzZWFyY2gmam9ibGlzdF92aWV3X3ZhYz0xNzEzMDc2JnNlYXJjaF9zbGljZV9jdXJyZW50PTIw
UK Space News Roundup 21st March 2021
In Today’s Episode:
Astroscale’s ELSA-d mission launch has been postponed to Monday.
The UK Space Industry makes room for young talent to gain experience.
Airbus and the Freeman Air & Space Institute host an open conversation with top military leaders.
US based Mangata Networks have announced a new Research & Development facility to be sited in the UK.
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Weekly Space News Roundup for 14th March 2021
In Today’s Episode:
The First Meteorite to land in the UK for over 30 years has been found.
OneWeb mount their next batch of broadband providing satellites for launch to Orbit.
The UK Government continues to make Space news, by launching an awareness campaign for UK Space activities and general STEM called “Space for All: Community Funding Scheme 2021”, as well as relaunching their successful Space Placements in Industry scheme with a budget of £75,000 to help UK students into space industry organisations.
UK Built Solar Orbiter spacecraft makes it’s closest approach to the Sun yet.
And, The first census of the UK Space Industry has been completed, with some concerning results.
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Weekly Space News Roundup for 7th march 2021
In This Week's Episode:
UK Owned OneWeb complete first live tests of broadband from space. UKSEDS meet for the National Students’ Space Conference.
The UK Government continues to make UK Space news, as the chancellor sets out help with digital business productivity and GiantLeap publishes a deep dive on the new Government Agency known as Aria that was also announced this week.
Across the pond, it’s hard to miss that SpaceX achieved a major testing milestone on their Starship programme, flying, flipping and landing the starship, which some minutes later none-the-less, ended in an explosion.
The European Space Agency appoints a new Director General and finally, of course, we list our #JoboftheWeek in this week's Space News Round-up With Giant-Leap.Space.
Weekly Space News Roundup for 28th February 2021
In Today’s Episode:
The UK government has been very busy this week as the UK and Australian Governments sign the long awaited Space Bridge agreement. They announce a package of Space Industry Support Measures (full article link in the comments); and their UK Space Agency teams up with the Scottish Space Leadership Council to drive a Sustainability challenge.
We also look at Airbus Defence and Space's work to make in-space manufacturing a reality and we give you a sneak peak into our exclusive interview with the UK head of Rolls-Royce, Dave Gordon on Nuclear propulsion and more.
The First real images arrive from the Perseverance Landing including an incredible panorama of the rim of the Jezero Crater,
And Finally, we list our #JoboftheWeek in this week's Space News Round-up With Giant-Leap.Space.