Entrants will be required to write three- to five-page white papers that explain their idea and how they would shape markets and strengthen the space economy or national security. Papers are due by June 30, and judging will be complete by August 15. As an additional incentive, the best ideas will be briefed to relevant policymakers, including key members of Congress, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, and Saltzman, of the Space Force.
This £6.5m boost shows Britain leading the way in space innovation, said UK space minister Liz Lloyd. From improving mobile coverage to monitoring Earth's forests, these 23 projects will create jobs, strengthen partnerships with our allies and keep the UK at the cutting edge of space technology. It's an exciting time for our space sector and great news for British businesses reaching for the stars.
"It shows how space is opening up because of commercial companies. For all three countries, this will be their second astronaut ever. And it shows the switch from Space Race 1.0 to Space Race 2.0."