Notice

Announcement of Opportunity: Local Space Sector Cluster and Supply Chain Development

The UK Space Agency invites the submission of locally led propositions and plans that will support the growth of regional space sector clusters and supply chains.

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Announcement of Opportunity: Local Space Sector Cluster and Supply Chain Development

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The UK Space Agency is committed to realising untapped potential and increased investment in the space sector, right across the UK. This call will provide funds to support the development of locally led propositions and plans that will support the growth of regional space sector clusters and supply chains. These propositions should link local plans and aspirations to wider Government policy objectives such as the Industrial Strategy. Proposals that support the local supply chain of goods and services related to the UK spaceflight programme will also be strongly welcomed.

The UK Space Agency will consider the award of grants of up to £40k on a cost recovery basis to each successful applicant/consortium. Proposals should be focused on a providing a clear, open benefit to a geographical area of relevance to the applicants and should demonstrate support from all relevant local stakeholders.

Full details on evaluation criteria and how to apply can be found in the attached document.

Published 16 November 2018