UK Space Agency Information

We boost UK prosperity, understand the Universe, and protect our planet and outer space. The UK Space Agency plays a major role in delivering the government’s National Space Strategy. We nurture a thriving space ecosystem – a network of investors, scientists, engineers, integrators, academia, and research labs – and a sector that generates an annual income of £17.5 billion and employs nearly 50,000 people across the country. Our staff include scientists, engineers, commercial experts, project managers and policy officials who: - catalyse investment to advance space-based technology and maximise UK space sector growth - deliver missions and capabilities that responsibly meet national needs and advance our understanding of the Universe - champion the power of space to inspire people, offer greener, smarter solutions and support a sustainable future To achieve the greatest impact in these three areas, we focus most of our resource behind eight delivery Priorities. These are: - launch: supporting satellite launch services from UK spaceports - sustainability: taking a leading role in keeping space safe and accessible now and in the future - discovery: supporting space science and exploration missions - innovation: investing in bold new technologies - levelling-up: boosting space investment and jobs across the country - Earth observation: studying our planet to drive discovery and tackle climate change - low-Earth orbit: delivering vital everyday satellite services - inspiration: inspiring new space customers, investors and the next generation