NI SPACE

NI SPACE facilitates meaningful knowledge exchange and develops collaborations to maximise potential, drive economic growth and progress the space sector.

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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

https://t.co/SHa2GGfL0S

[Advanced Technology & Manufacturing Summit Belfast @ATMS_Belfast]

🚀 We’ve launched! ATMS Belfast is live!

Join us in Belfast from 2-3 February 2027 for a high-level forum exploring the future of aerospace, space, and maritime manufacturing.

More coming soon… ⏳

Learn more: https://t.co/53RqDiaRBT
Follow for updates!

#ATMSBelfast27

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🌍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: https://t.co/bwcAcqxDio

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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.

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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.

https://t.co/LeWW9b1XT0

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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!

https://t.co/mjwwOA31KO

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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 https://t.co/1FXy8TDanw

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🚀 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.

👉 https://t.co/IVxkKRnlVH

@InvestNI

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🛰️ 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! ➡️ https://t.co/jYUtTLJlTP

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🚀 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: https://t.co/FBNwVgxgNl

#NISPACE

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🚀 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: https://t.co/cmITlZlNlj

#ISAM2025

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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: https://t.co/V4GX2N14Kn

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🚀 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

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🔊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

https://t.co/2fH3nwZuiV

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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: https://t.co/YCv8yaHwyL

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🌟 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!
https://t.co/zZZqRYNZEQ
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💥 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! 🔗https://t.co/2oYtEperU9

#ISAMConference #NISPACE

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🌟 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

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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: https://t.co/3fV51zeeH0

@Economy_NI

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🚀 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: https://t.co/LOKKGernRj

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🚀 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: https://t.co/drIW55cv8L