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Tim Peake in ISS Cupola

Astronaut Tim Peake assumes ambassadorial role for space

January 20th, 2023 Posted in News
The UK Space Agency has paid tribute to Tim Peake, following his decision to step down from the active European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut corps and assume an ambassadorial role for space. Tim will work closely with the UK Space Agency and ESA i...
Cosmic Girl returns to Spaceport Cornwall

Historic UK mission reaches space, falls short of orbit

January 10th, 2023 Posted in News
The historic first attempt to launch satellites from British soil reached space late last night, but ultimately fell short of reaching its target orbit. After successfully taking off from the runway at Spaceport Cornwall – which just a few weeks a...
Virgin Orbit's Cosmic Girl

Looking to the future for UK launch capabilities

January 10th, 2023 Posted in News
Following the unsuccessful conclusion to the historic first orbital launch from UK soil, the UKspace trade association is now looking to the future with confidence that Britain’s space sector can build upon the significant achievements it has acco...