NI SPACE

NI Space is delighted to be the supporting partner for the global @ATMS_Belfast | Advanced Technology & Manufacturing Summit at the ICC Belfast in February 2027 x.com/ATMS_Belfast/s…

🌍Can satellites help Northern Ireland’s public sector work smarter, not harder? We’re exploring ways space tech could save time, cut costs and support better decision-making. Read more: nispace.org/.../can-space-…

This Month’s Spotlight: CCP Gransden Founded over 130 years ago, CCP Gransden has evolved from shipbuilding to space innovation. A leader in advanced composites, they create lightweight structures, fuel tanks, and pressure vessels for satellites and launch vehicles.

Today Robert Hill attended the Tech Industry Alliance’s special event, “Liftoff: Unlocking Space Sector Opportunities for the Southwest”, at @blackrockcastle! 📸 Below Robert is pictured with former NASA Astronaut and Space Shuttle/ISS veteran Dan Tani. nispace.org

Following our attendance at the Big Data: Space Solutions for Society conference, we’re excited to announce that we have rejoined @Eurisy1. Eurisy’s next General Assembly will be hosted in Belfast next year, in partnership with @UKSpaceAgencyPB @UK! nispace.org/news/f/ni-spac…

Our Cluster Manager attended a workshop at Queen’s AMIC on how space-based tech can support NI public sector workflows Hosted by NI Space Office it explored use cases, potential savings, and upcoming free workshops in Ballykelly and Belfast this September eventbrite.com/cc/using-space…

🚀 A major milestone for the UK and Northern Ireland's space sector! The new UK Industrial Strategy 2025 names Space as a frontier industry with £80M+ backing. NI is ready to lead with talent, innovation & infrastructure. 👉 lnkd.in/eXfkw6FS @InvestNI

🛰️ NI cyber, space & tech businesses! Join the CySpace CCN Workshop at Queen's University Belfast, 3 June 2025. E xplore how your cyber expertise applies to the growing UK space sector. Limited spaces - register now! ➡️ bit.ly/3Hb2Wbr

🚀 Breaking Boundaries: Empowering Women in Space 🚀 The @spacegovuk Accelerator's Breaking Boundaries whitepaper highlights challenges women entrepreneurs face in the space industry (just 12% of the sector!). ➡️Read the full report here: bit.ly/NISPACE-News-E… #NISPACE

🚀 Belfast to Host ISAM Conference 2025! From 4-6 June, @BelfastICC will welcome global experts to explore ISAM, a £11B+ industry shaping the future of space. A major moment for NI’s space sector! Read the full story here: bit.ly/4h6gj92 #ISAM2025

Rosemary Coogan’s Journey to Space🌍 Northern Irish-born Dr Rosemary Coogan, an @esa astronaut candidate, joined Robert Hill at @niscifest to discuss her path to space!🚀 She shared insights on training, exploration & NI’s role in space. Watch here: youtu.be/K5hUM2GDlGU

🚀 Europe’s first lunar lander – history in the making! 🌕 Belfast will play a key role in building & testing the Argonaut Lunar Lander’s propulsion module as part of @Thales_Alenia_S's €862M @esa contract. 📺 Watch NI SPACE Cluster Manager Robert Hill on @utv! #NISPACE

🔊Robert Hill Discusses Satellite Innovations for Lough Neagh on @bbcradioulster Yesterday, our Cluster Manager, Robert Hill, featured on BBC Evening Extra for an insightful discussion on groundbreaking satellite technology Listen to the interview below bit.ly/4goAYVS

Three Companies Lead Research to Tackle Blue Green Algae in Lough Neagh NI SPACE, @spacegovuk & DAERA have awarded £360K to @_3DEO, Plastic-i & @UniofNewcastle to develop satellite tech for monitoring algae blooms, protecting NI waterways. Full story: bit.ly/3D9JERS

🌟 Great evening at the ADS Industry Annual Reception! Last night, our Cluster Manager joined a group of industry leaders and organisations at Stormont’s Long Gallery. We’re so proud to be part of this vibrant and innovative industry! nispace.org #NISPACE #Space

💥 Save the date! The UK’s 2nd ISAM Conference lands @ICCBelfast, 4-6 June 2025 🚀. Hosted by @spacegovuk & @SatAppsCatapult, it’s bigger than ever—uniting global experts to explore the opportunities within ISAM. Details soon! 🔗gov.uk/government/new… #ISAMConference #NISPACE

🌟 Congrats to Robert Hill on receiving the Ambassador Lifetime Achievement Award at the Visit Belfast Ambassador Awards As NI Space Cluster Manager and Chair of @MATRIX_NI, Robert’s dedication are pivotal in bringing opportunities to NI's thriving space sector! #NISPACE

Space Tech to Monitor Algae in Lough Neagh Launched! 🛰️ @spacegovuk, NI SPACE & @daera_ni have launched a £360K competition for satellite & remote sensing solutions to predict, detect, & track blue-green algae in Lough Neagh. Read more: bit.ly/3U5yymh @Economy_NI

🚀 Northern Ireland launches the Space Enterprise Lab (SEL) at @QUBelfast AMIC Harbour site, boosting the region’s role in the UK space sector! Part of @SatAppsCatapult's network, it empowers businesses to harness satellite tech for innovation. Read more: bit.ly/4eU9oyY

🚀 Belfast hosted the UK launch of #WorldSpaceWeek2024! 🌍 Leaders in climate action gathered to showcase how space tech is tackling climate change. Key attendees: @Thales_Alenia_S, @OrdnanceSurvey, @esa, @NCEOscience, @spacegovuk & more! 🌱 Read more: bit.ly/3NejSxA