Uk Space Agency
We are inviting proposals from applicants looking to develop technologies, products and services in satellite telecommunications. These can cover development of components, systems or services, and any aspect or combination of the space, ground or network segments. Possible project topics eligible for funding include IoT, 5G convergence with terrestrial networks, or lunar communications.
No upper or lower limit has been set for individual projects. Projects must include an element of matched funding to be eligible under the programme. Further details on matched funding and other eligibility requirements are contained in the guidance document.
Please read the guidance on how to apply for UK support and note the requirement to submit an expression of interest, prior to the submission of your proposal.
The call for expressions of interest opens on Monday 26 February 2024 and will close at midday on Friday 12 April 2024.
The UK Space Agency aims to notify all applicants of the results of their expressions of interest by week commencing Monday 6 May 2024.
The call is being run in partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA) and applicants who are invited to apply after submitting an Expression of Interest will need to submit a UK Space Agency Cover Sheet. From there, applicants who secure UK National Delegate Approval for their project can apply directly to ESA.
Schedule for UK support
Note: This does not include the ESA application process. Please see UK Space Agency guidance for further details on this.
- funding call opens: Monday 26 February 2024
- deadline for submission of expressions of interest: midday GMT on Friday 12 April 2024
- notification of expressions of interest and invitations to cover sheet and outline proposal: week commencing Monday 6 May 2024
- deadline for submission of cover sheet: midday on Monday 17 June 2024
- notification of UK outcomes: week commencing Monday 8 July 2024
To apply for this call, please download and complete the expression of interest (EOI) form and submit it via email to telecoms@ukspaceagency.gov.uk.
Any questions about this funding opportunity should be submitted via email to telecoms@ukspaceagency.gov.uk. Questions submitted to any other UK Space Agency email address will not be considered.
A webinar about the call will be held at midday on 22 March 2024. Registration to attend the webinar is open.