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This World Space Week, we’re proud to see space, art, and creativity come together on one of London’s most iconic landmarks – the Piccadilly Lights.

Engineers have completed construction of Plato, a mission that will search for Earth-like exoplanets. With this final step, Plato is ready to begin a series of crucial tests ahead of its December 2026 launch.

As we mark World Space Week 2025, the UK Space Agency announces the launch of 6 new projects funded through our third Climate Services Call.

The UK Space Agency is supporting the growth of Wales’ space sector with a dedicated funding boost to unlock new opportunities, drive local growth and support innovation.

UK Space Agency goes global with 23 new projects
Press release
A new batch of 23 projects will strengthen international space partnerships, develop national capabilities and boost economic growth, the UK Space Agency announced today.

HydroGNSS mission lands in California
Blog post
The UK-built HydroGNSS mission, which will investigate the Earth’s water cycle, has landed in California and is ready to start preparations for launch.

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