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Space Wales, the trade association for the Space Sector in Wales, has announced that six applicants have been successful in securing funding from the Wales Space Cluster Catalyst Fund. Snowdonia Aerospace LLP, N10gled Ltd, Excelerate Technology Ltd, Space Forge, University of South Wales and Engineering Education Scheme Wales Limited (EESW) will each receive a share of the £247,000 fund to deliver their proposed projects, covering education, product innovation, and improved connectivity.
The funding which originates from the UK Space Agency, is made available through a partnership between Space Wales, the UK Space Agency and the Welsh Government. It’s being awarded to projects that help deliver on the ambitions outlined in Wales: A Sustainable Space Nation - Wales’ space strategy published in 2022.
John Whalley, CEO, Space Wales added: “We’re proud to see such a diverse range of projects coming forward from across Wales, from education and skills development to cutting-edge innovation. These initiatives show the depth of talent and ambition that exists within the Welsh space community. By working closely with the UK Space Agency and Welsh Government, we’re helping to turn that ambition into real-world impact, building a sustainable and globally recognised space sector that creates opportunities and inspiration across the whole of Wales.”
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