Founded in 2010, the UK Space Agency delivers key elements of the Government’s National Space Strategy. We use our expertise to: - catalyse investment, supporting projects that drive investment and generate contracts for the UK space sector - deliver missions and capabilities that meet public needs and advance our understanding of the Universe - champion the power of space to inspire people and offer greener, smarter solutions for business, and to support a sustainable future Together, this enables us to harness the power of space to benefit our people and our planet. Our professional staff include scientists, engineers, commercial experts, project managers and policy officials. We have a track record of delivery: our programmes have propelled British technology across the Solar System and realised world-first innovations in spacecraft design and satellite applications. We have a powerful global voice, partnering with institutions across the world, including the European Space Agency. We support a thriving space sector, which currently generates an income of £16.4 billion each year and employs 45,000 people across the country. Investment, including private and public, from the UK and overseas, will enable the space sector to deliver important research, develop new technologies and market applications, and keep pace with other nations.