UKSA makes moves to cut red tape.

The UK Space Agency (UKSA) to become part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) by April 2026. BlackSky has signed a seven-figure contract with HEO to provide fully-automated low-latency non-Earth imaging services for defense, intelligence and commercial use. Ursa Space Systems has announced a strategic investment from Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, and more.

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UK space sector bolstered with government reforms to boost growth and cut red tape - GOV.UK

BlackSky Signs Seven-Figure Space Domain Awareness Expansion Contract with HEO for Fully Automated Non-Earth Imaging Missions

Sumitomo Corporation Invests in Ursa Space to Accelerate Global Growth and Expand into Japan

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