UK Space Agency Accelerator
Overview
The UK Space Agency Accelerator is a national programme in the United Kingdom designed to support entrepreneurs and businesses in the space sector. Run by the UK Space Agency in partnership with organizations like Entrepreneurial Spark, it provides mentorship, expert guidance, and network access to help ventures become commercially ready and secure investment. The accelerator offers several distinct programmes tailored to different stages of a company's growth, including 'Explore' for early-stage ideas, 'Leo' for those with a proof of concept, 'Geo' for scaling businesses, and 'Shuttle' for established companies in adjacent sectors looking to enter the space industry. While primarily a support programme, it is listed as a direct investor in companies such as Astron Systems.
Portfolio Companies
3
Website
entrepreneurial-spark.co.ukInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astron Systems | Mar 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| DigiFarm | Nov 2021 | Accelerator | - |
| Satellite Vu | Nov 2021 | Grant | - |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is UK Space Agency Accelerator based?
UK Space Agency Accelerator is headquartered in United Kingdom.
When was UK Space Agency Accelerator founded?
Founding year information for UK Space Agency Accelerator is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does UK Space Agency Accelerator have?
UK Space Agency Accelerator has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in UK Space Agency Accelerator's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Astron Systems, DigiFarm, Satellite Vu.
What was UK Space Agency Accelerator's most recent investment shown here?
UK Space Agency Accelerator's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Astron Systems in 2024.
What sectors does UK Space Agency Accelerator focus on?
UK Space Agency Accelerator focuses on Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics.
What company stages does UK Space Agency Accelerator focus on?
UK Space Agency Accelerator typically invests at the Early stage.