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We've been at #IAC2026, where delegates from across the space sector came together to discuss solutions for a sustainable future in space.

We asked co-exhibitors @BrightAscension, @magdrive, @SpaceParkLeic and Foundational why being part of the UK delegation matters to them. 👇

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Great to welcome @esa Director General @AschbacherJosef to our stand at #IAC2026 in Türkiye. 🚀

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Solar Orbiter has traced a Sun's magnetic "switchback" back to its source. ☀️

In 2022, it confirmed switchbacks are S-shaped, as predicted but never seen before. Now scientists think both leading theories of how they form could be true.

ESA Science@esascience · Oct 8

Solar Orbiter tracks the origin of the Sun's mysterious magnetic switchbacks ☀️

Back in 2022, Solar Orbiter spotted a kink in the solar wind’s magnetic field known as a ‘switchback’ and confirmed it to be S-shaped: something scientists had predicted but not seen directly.

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The 77th International Astronautical Congress is underway and it's been a great few days of conversations around global partnerships, and showcasing the UK's efforts in space. 🚀 🇬🇧

Hear from our Directors Rebecca Evernden and Dr Alice Bunn. 👇 #IAC2026

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Last month saw the launch of the UK Space Strategy. 🇬🇧🚀🛰️

The strategy outlines our plan to make the UK a competitive space power, backed by over £7.8bn in funding.

Read more 👉 gov.uk/government/new…

Read the UK Space Strategy 👉 gov.uk/government/pub…

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Rail Technology Magazine@thertmnews · Oct 6

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Oct 6

Innovative satellite tech is transforming UK rail connectivity. 🚆

Our Head of Telecommunications, Henny Sands, spoke to @thertmnews about what this means for the industry.

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🚨New podcast episode🚨

Discover how satellite technology is reshaping the UK rail industry!

In the latest episode of the RTM podcast, we take a look at predictive maintenance, integration, and how new tech is driving the future of rail connectivity.

Watch or listen 👇

@spacegovuk #Podcast #RTM #RTMPodcast #Technology #Innovation #Satellites

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Human Spaceflight

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Oct 6

Mars rover meets desert.

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Space Park Leicester

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Oct 5

🚀 Want to build a career in space?

Diversity in Space Careers (DiSC) comes to Space Park on 23 October, bringing students, graduates & professionals together to explore careers, break down barriers and build a more inclusive space sector.

space-park.co.uk/2026/10/disc20…

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Oct 6

It's #WorldSpaceWeek and the theme is “Rocket Revolution".🚀

Curious to know how a rocket operates?

Watch our Space Chief Technology Officer, Professor Anu Ojha explain in a lecture he gave at the @Ri_Science. 👇

Watch the full lecture here 👉 youtube.com/watch?v=7kCdY8…

#WSW2026

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Oct 5

We're pleased to be sponsoring #GNOSIS26!

Register for this free virtual 24-hour event on 24 – 25 November where space experts will discuss the global challenges and solutions for space sustainability. 🌍🛰️

Book your place 👉 gnosisnetwork.org/gnosis26/

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Oct 5

The 77th International Astronautical Congress is underway, with delegates across the global space sector participating in discussions on solutions for a sustainable future in space. 🌍

Pay our team a visit at our stand!

#IAC2026

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Oct 2

Join schools across the UK for Protecting Our Planet Day - a free, live-streamed day of talks and activities showing how space science helps protect our planet. Organised by us, @ESERO_UK and @esa.

📅 19 November
⏰ 8:50 am - 5:00 pm UK time.

Register 👇eventbrite.co.uk/e/protecting-o…

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Oct 1

The UK Space Agency's Growth Pathway 2026-2027 is now open. 🚀

Part of the Unlocking Space for Investment programme, it helps UK space businesses secure growth capital through funded advisory support.

Find out more and apply by Sun 25 October👉 gov.uk/government/pub…

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Oct 1

Call 3 for our International Bilateral Fund is open for applications.🌍

We are inviting proposals that will help strengthen the UK space sector’s partnerships with strategic and emerging space nations. 🚀🤝

Learn more and apply before 4 November 👉 gov.uk/government/pub…

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Sep 30

Last week, the UK Space Power Conference bought together government, military leaders and industry partners to discuss Britain’s space ambitions. 📡🛰️

Hear from Space Minister Liz Lloyd, and @RoyalAirForce Chief of the Air Staff, Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth.

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Sep 30

We will be at #IAC2026 in Türkiye from 5 – 9 October. 🚀

Looking forward to in-depth discussions around space tech and innovation, and connecting with representatives across the global space sector. 🤝

Be sure to pay our stand a visit and meet our teams!

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Sep 30

Smile science is ready to begin!

The UK Space Agency has invested £15 million in the space weather mission, which will give scientists their first complete picture of how Earth responds to the solar wind - the streams of particles and bursts of radiation emitted by the Sun. ☀️

ESA Science@esascience · Sep 30

Inspector Smile is ready for science! 🫡

This is Smile’s first ultraviolet view showing an auroral substorm.

With the ultraviolet camera now operational, Smile becomes the first spacecraft since 2008 to capture the full ring of northern lights around the north pole in ultraviolet light.

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Sep 29

The @SpaceFlorida-UK Space Agency Space Innovation Partnership funding call is now open! 🚀

We’re seeking proposals for projects that will to boost UK-Florida space collaboration and accelerate cutting-edge space tech. 🛰️

Learn more 👉gov.uk/government/pub…

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Sep 29

Since 2023, we've supported UK involvement in NASA PRIMA.

Funding from us has enabled a consortium led by @SussexUni (with @cardiffuni, @RAL_Space_STFC, @imperialcollege & Celtic Terahertz Technology) to build mission-critical tech, from optical filters to processing software.

NASA JPL@NASAJPL · Sep 23

Today, NASA announced PRIMA, a new space telescope that will explore long-standing mysteries around the formation of planets, stars, black holes, and even how water on Earth came to be. go.nasa.gov/3TgGh3W