UK space industry sets out vision for growth

The Space Growth Partnership (SGP), an industry led initiative, has published a strategy document which sets out a vision for enhanced growth in the UK space sector over the next decade. The'Prosperity from Space' document has committed to improving low-cost access to space, advancing in-space robotics, improving global connectivity, and building on earth information services, which includes navigation, analytics and security. "This sector-led strategy sets out the ambition of the companies, institutions, academics and entrepreneurs of the UK's space sector," said Andy Green, Chair of the Space Sector Council and President of UKspace. "Space delivers tangible benefits to everyone in the UK, improving communications, travel and security amongst much else. "We will build on our successful partnership with Government to create high value jobs and growth across the UK for the benefit of all.