The Ultimate Guide to Space Technologies
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Space Technologies (SpaceTech).
What to know about Space Technologies
SpaceTech encompasses the rapidly evolving technologies and innovations driving human activity beyond Earth. From satellite launches and broadband connectivity to AI-powered spacecraft and space-based computing, the tag covers the infrastructure and advancements shaping modern space exploration and utilization.
Exploring stories under SpaceTech reveals a dynamic interplay between startups, established aerospace enterprises, and international collaborations, highlighting the diverse applications of space technology. Readers can learn about the latest satellite deployments, ground-breaking research missions, cutting-edge communication networks, and the expanding role of AI and machine learning in space operations.
Following SpaceTech insights provides a window into how space innovations address real-world challenges—from improving global internet coverage, supporting climate and agriculture monitoring, to enhancing astronaut health and preparing for future missions to the Moon and Mars. This tag invites curious minds to engage with the technology driving humanity’s ventures into the cosmos and its impact here on Earth.
UK Space Technologies News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Jimmy Wales to headline DataFest 2026 in Edinburgh
DataFest 2026 in Edinburgh will hear from Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales and ex-Google, Meta and SpaceX executive Dex Hunter-Torricke on AI trust and leadership.
Space Forge opens Welsh base for microgravity chips
Space Forge opens £13 million Swansea hub to link microgravity chip production with Welsh semiconductor research and manufacturing.
Finland courts UK partners on resilient sovereign space
Finland courts UK defence and space leaders in London to build resilient sovereign space capabilities and cut reliance on external suppliers.
Europe approves 862-870 MHz band for satellite IoT expansion
Europe has approved the 862-870 MHz band for satellite IoT, enabling broader LoRaWAN connectivity for low-power devices in remote and underserved areas.
Students meet Valkyries at NSSLGlobal in inspirational event
Students from Royal Alexandra & Albert School were inspired by The Valkyries, the all-female Royal Navy team, during a visit to NSSLGlobal in Redhill.
UK space investment soars, creating jobs & educational prospects
Investment in the UK's space sector has surged by 435% since 1990, creating nearly 49,000 jobs and fostering educational opportunities for future generations.
Recent Space Technologies News
Expereo becomes Starlink reseller for global connectivity
Expereo has become a Starlink Authorized Reseller, enhancing global internet connectivity through satellite solutions for businesses, especially in remote areas.
NSSLGlobal celebrates 55 years of satellite communication excellence
NSSLGlobal marks 55 years in satellite communications, celebrating its innovation and extensive client partnerships across nine countries.
IWD 2024: Inspiring more women in technology - why representation is key
On International Women's Day 2024, the focus is inspiring more women towards technology and the critical role of representation in overcoming systemic gender disparity in STEM fields.
Keysight to provide payload solution for 1st SWISSto12 HummingSat
The solution will validate the Ku band bent-pipe transceiver payload to deliver broadcast services for media and telecom companies.
Anthropic signs SpaceX compute deal, boosts Claude limits
Anthropic signs SpaceX compute deal and lifts Claude Code and API limits as it secures more than 300 megawatts of data-centre capacity.
Bitget launches IPO Prime with SpaceX-linked pre-sale
Bitget opens retail pre-IPO access with SpaceX-linked tokenised offering, as the exchange pushes deeper into private-market trading and tokenisation.
Molex completes Smiths Interconnect deal to widen reach
Molex's biggest-ever acquisition adds Smiths Interconnect, boosting its reach in aerospace, defence and medical markets.
SatVu readies HotSat-2 for SpaceX rideshare launch
SatVu's HotSat-2 is cleared for launch on SpaceX's Transporter-16 mission, as the London firm rebuilds its thermal Earth observation network.
Sentinel Global rebuilds AI-led venture team, eyes 2026
Sentinel Global rebuilds its AI-driven venture team around GIC veteran Jeremy Kranz and expands Sentinel Labs, targeting a 2026 fundraise.
Astroscale wins ESA study for in-orbit satellite upgrades
Astroscale UK lands ESA's IRUS study with a EUR €399,000 deal to explore in-orbit satellite upgrades with BAE Systems as lead customer.
Cloud security firms, Brivo & Eagle Eye, form AI security giant
Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks will merge under the Brivo name to create what they claim is the world's largest AI cloud security platform.
WISeKey expands satellite network to boost IoT cybersecurity
WISeKey has expanded its satellite constellation via a SpaceX launch, enhancing secure global IoT connectivity with advanced post-quantum cybersecurity features.
Cloudflare urges vigilance after global internet disruptions in Q3 2025
Cloudflare's report reveals widespread global internet disruptions in Q3 2025 from government shutdowns, cable damages, natural disasters, cyberattacks and technical faults.
Plextek wins major award for radar aiding real-time debris tracking
Plextek has won a Technology Excellence Stevie Award for its radar enabling real-time tracking of space debris, enhancing safety amid low Earth orbit congestion.
Neo Space partners with Uzbekistan Airways for in-flight WiFi
Neo Space Group has partnered with Uzbekistan Airways to introduce in-flight high-speed internet on A321neo aircraft, enhancing passenger connectivity by 2026.
Red Hat partners with Axiom Space for station data centre launch
Red Hat and Axiom Space are set to launch the AxDCU-1 to the International Space Station in spring 2025, revolutionising in-space data processing.
Broadcom unveils VeloSky for seamless converged networking
Broadcom has launched VeloSky, a unified solution enabling Communication Service Providers to seamlessly integrate fibre, cellular and satellite services.
Juniper Networks boosts ASTRON's LOFAR telescope power
Juniper Networks is teaming up with the Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy to enhance the LOFAR 2.0 telescope's network, boosting its data processing tenfold.