About us

We support the government to boost UK prosperity, understand the Universe, and protect our planet and outer space.

The UK Space Agency

We nurture a thriving space ecosystem – a network of investors, scientists, engineers, academia and research labs – and a sector that generates an annual income of £18.9 billion and employs 52,000 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, 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 

Read our Corporate Plan to learn more about our Priorities. 

Read our Respectful Behaviour Policy.

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