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The Sector.

The space sector is a vibrant, diverse one, in Scotland and beyond.

About Scotland Sector.

With a rich history dating back almost to the beginning of space exploration, organisations in Scotland’s space sector have worked tirelessly to position this nation as a key player in the global space industry. It boasts a diverse range of activities, from cutting-edge research and development in the Highlands to orbital launches and space exploration in bustling urban centres.

As well as accomplished companies working within the sector, world-class academic institutions, like the University of Edinburgh, have contributed significantly to the sector's growth and prominence on a global scale. With these establishments encouraging space enthusiasts of all ages to explore their dream career and organisations consistently working towards bettering the future of the industry, Scotland’s space sector is constantly developing.

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Diverse Projects

Scotland's space sector spans a wide range of activities and projects, from vital research and development to orbital launches and space exploration.

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Historic Significance

With a rich history in space, including the deployment of the first UK satellite, Scotland has established itself as a vital part of the global space industry.

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Global Impact

With a significant presence in research, development, and launch processes, Scotland's space industry contributes to the global space value chain.

Sector Community.

Explore the diverse community of individuals, organisations, and institutions shaping Scotland's space sector.

Search below to discover members across various segments of the space industry.

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Craft Prospect
Upstream 10-50

Craft Prospect is a NewSpace company providing AI-enabled space technologies, quantum encryption services and mission systems consultancy.

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D-CAT
Downstream 10-50

D-CAT provides monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) services derived from satellite remote sensing data to businesses worldwide.

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Member Environmental Task Force
Earthblox
<10 Downstream

Earth Blox gives you satellite image insights at scale to measure and report impacts on nature and climate risk. The software maps and analyses key metrics for biodiversity, water and carbon across forestry, agriculture, and financed and insured assets worldwide.

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Ecometrica
Downstream 50-250

Experts in Climate Metrics. Since 2008 we have been enabling businesses and governments to accurately and transparently calculate their climate impact, to ensure compliance with the latest legislation and build resilience for the future.

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GSI
Downstream 10-50

Global Surface Intelligence is a forestry and land classification analytics company with offices in both the UK and US. The company has deep roots in environmental sciences, harnessing next generation artificial intelligence to transform satellite, LiDAR and ground survey data into commercially valuable analytics which can be integrated into customer decision support systems without the need for further processing.

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Haelo
<10 Other

HAELO creates a digital twin of an organisation to map Senior Managers & Certification Regime accountabilities.

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Member Responsive Launch Alliance
HyImpulse
10-50 Launch

HyImpulse is developing a Game-changing European Small Launcher for Small Satellites. Our mission is to unlock the full potential of the rapidly growing small satellite market by eliminating the current bottleneck of frequent, reliable and low cast access to space.

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Karlsen Associates
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We are a strategic business, innovation, and technology services company. With a focus on the aerospace, space, and digital connectivity sectors, we provide expert solutions that enable our clients to achieve their goals and drive sustainable growth. Our multi-functional consultancy, implementation, and operational support services span strategy, engineering, due diligence, innovation commercialisation, investment reviews, corporate turnaround, and program delivery.

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“As home to around a fifth of all space jobs in the UK, Scotland is a vital part of our growing space sector. We have provided funding for Space Scotland because we recognise the important work they are doing to champion space, catalyse investment and create jobs.”

Dr Paul Bate, Chief Executive Officer at UK Space Agency

“Space is absolutely critical for many different reasons, but particularly in tackling the biggest existential threat we all face, the climate crisis. Whether it’s identifying deforestation or methane leaks from oil and gas, the data we get from our satellites is going to be absolutely crucial. The benefit of Scotland’s space sector is the end to end system. We don’t just specialise in one component part, but we have the ability to host the entire ecosystem. Scotland is small enough that we can take a Team Scotland approach - bringing the right people around a table quickly and easily... universities, government and wider society.”

Humza Yousaf MSP, First Minister of Scotland

“I was really amazed at the level of collaboration, openness and the speed at which we could establish a hub in Scotland. I’ve been impressed by the universities and the talent available in scotland and I’m excited about the opportunities.”

Anousheh Ansari, X-Prize CEO and First Female Private Astronaut

“I would say that it is not getting any easier to excite and inspire kids with the same old science lessons and we really need to think carefully and creatively to find ways to do this while covering the required content. One of the main obstacles is resources which are not cheap for schools on tight budgets. The Ambasat Space Satellite Course and kits have certainly inspired my pupils and resulted in them looking forward to their Physics lessons. They are gaining skills, knowledge and hands on experience in a wide range of STEM subjects which not only relate to the curriculum but also the real world of work and all within a topic, Space which most are inherently excited about. I’m sure by the end of this course my pupils will feel a real sense of achievement and will have a greater knowledge of the opportunities that a STEM/Space career could offer them.”

James Anderson, Teacher, Campbeltown Grammar School

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Want to be a sponsor?

If you want to support Scotland’s space sector, please consider becoming a sponsor! Fill out the contact form below to hear more about sponsorship from one of our team, or to discuss any questions and queries you may have.

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