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Space Academic Network retweeted
We are seeking membership nominations for the Space Exploration Advisory Committee (SEAC). 🚀
The SEAC is responsible for advising the Agency on matters relating to robotic and human space exploration programmes. 🪐
Nominate before 30 October 👉 gov.uk/government/publicatio…
ALT Close-up view of the moon's cratered surface with a crescent Earth visible in the distant black space. Credit: NASA
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Space Academic Network retweeted
The National Space Operations Centre has released the June report on the threats from space-related hazards. 🌍
In June, there were:
➡️ 53 uncontrolled re-entries
➡️ 1,436 in-space collision warnings
➡️ 304 newly registered objects in orbit.
Read more: gov.uk/government/news/how-w…
ALT A visualisation of Earth surrounded by a dense cloud of multi-coloured dots representing man-made space debris. Credit: ESA
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Space Academic Network retweeted
The UK Space Agency is inviting suppliers to contribute to studies supporting our research within the Inter-Agency Space Debris Coordination Committee (IADC). 🌍 🛰️
Find out more 👉 orlo.uk/CMJXO
ALT A visualisation of Earth surrounded by a dense ring of orbiting space debris and satellites against a black background. Credit: ESA
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We're delighted to welcome Dr Alice Bunn as job-share partner to our Director Rebecca Evernden from mid-September. 🚀
Alice is a former UK Space Agency International Director and Director of Policy, and a leading voice for international collaboration in the space sector. 🛰️
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Space Academic Network retweeted
Congratulations to Air Vice-Marshal Jamie Thompson on being appointed the new Commander of UK Space Command. 👏
Air Vice-Marshal Jamie Thompson has been announced as the new Commander of UK Space Command.
As the former Deputy Commander of UK Space Command, AVM Thompson brings a wealth of operational space experience to his new post.
raf.mod.uk/news/articles/new…
ALT Major General Paul Tedman and Air Vice-Marshal Jamie Thompson shake hands in front of the UK Space Command building.
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Space Academic Network retweeted
📢 Attention UK space companies!
Our Size and Health of the UK Space Industry 2025 survey is open!
Run by @SpaceEconomics , your responses will help us keep track of growth in our thriving UK space sector. 🚀
Have your say before 26 June 👉 know.space/sh25
ALT Size and Health of the UK Space Industry 2025 - a project for the UK Space Agency.
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Today we are at the IoP to launch the SPAN Data and Analysis Working Group White Paper on Space Data Excellence in Growth: Space Data Infrastructure for a Competitive UK. The paper has been written and led by Professor Nic Walton who chairs the SDAWG 1/2
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Members of our working group and wider SPAN team have contributed to the paper. We thank you for your engagement and look forward to sharing the paper and its recommendations this morning.
The paper is now available on our website: span.ac.uk/wp-content/upload…
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Space firms to scale-up and thrive in Britain with government backing for bolder strategy gov.uk/government/news/space…
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Co-chairs: Professor Mark Sims and Professor Anna Hogg said: The Space Academic Network (SPAN) welcomes the integrated One Government approach and looks forward to academia playing its full role in driving sector growth through sustained investment in research and development 2/3
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Happy Birthday Mark to Space Academic Network Co-chair 🎂 🎉 🎊
Great to celebrate Professor Mark Sims’ 70th birthday last week with friends and colleagues 🎂
From space missions to shaping @SpaceParkLeic — Mark’s career has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Here’s to a lifetime of discovery & impact 🚀
#SpaceParkCommunity #UKSpace
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Space Academic Network retweeted
Our team from @SpaceParkLeic will feature prominently at the sold-out @UKSpaceAcademy Careers Conference, with keynote talks, industry insight and live demos of ESAT — our satellite operations simulator.
space-park.co.uk/2026/01/nat…
#SpaceCareers #SpaceParkCommunity
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Space Academic Network retweeted
📸 Read the full story and see a gallery of images: space-park.co.uk/2026/01/uk-…
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We were thrilled to help bring this visit to @uniofleicester SPAN co-chair Prof Mark Sims gave a presentation about SPAN. What a grand start to 2026!
A brilliant visit to @SpaceParkLeic from leaders at @spacegovuk & @SciTechgovuk.
From @uniofleicester-built instruments on missions to Mercury, to future ambitions around space exploration and habitability, the conversation was firmly focused on what comes next for UK space.
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Space Academic Network retweeted
Want to help grow the UK's space talent? 🚀
Apply now to host an intern through the UK Space Agency's Skills for Space Internships Programme 2026, which offers paid, 8‑week placements for students. 🎓
Find out more and apply before 23 January 👉 find-government-grants.servi…
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Space Academic Network retweeted
We're investing £17m into 17 innovative UK space projects through our NSIP programme.🚀
From quantum communications to AI-powered pollution tracking, these technologies will strengthen climate monitoring, connectivity, and national security.
Read more 👉 gov.uk/government/news/uk-sp…
ALT Promotional graphic for the UK Space Agency's National Space Innovation Programme, announcing £17 million in funding for 17 innovative UK space projects, set against a cosmic-themed background.
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Space Academic Network retweeted
Did you catch the launch of the UK-built @ESA climate mission #HydroGNSS at the weekend? 🚀🌍
That wasn't the only payload with UK involvement on the launch either! Have a read below for some of the other innovative missions onboard and now in orbit. 👇🛰️
UK innovation is heading to space! 🚀
The UK-built @ESA HydroGNSS mission - built by @SurreySat and funded by us - will investigate the Earth’s water cycle by tracking soil moisture & flooding using GNSS signals. 🛰️
Launch is set for tonight at 6:18pm 👉spacex.com/launches/transpor…
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Space Academic Network retweeted
£1.7 billion investment in space. 🚀
The UK will invest £1.7 billion in @ESA programmes, driving economic growth, strengthening national security and supporting innovations in connectivity, infrastructure and public services.
ALT £1.7 Billion UK investment in the European Space Agency
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