Here for the Space Community
We connect, support, and represent Scotland’s growing space ecosystem – driving collaboration, innovation, and global impact. We harness the full potential of space exploration and technology to benefit the future of our nation.
Our Mission
Space Scotland exists to enable a strong, connected, and globally competitive Scottish space sector. We support the space community by coordinating capability, translating national and international strategy into action, and creating the conditions for sustainable economic growth, innovation, and resilience across Scotland’s space ecosystem.
Our Vision
Our vision is for Scotland to be recognised internationally as a leading space nation: a place where space technologies and services are developed, deployed, and scaled across the full end-to-end value chain, delivering economic value, societal benefit, and strategic advantage for Scotland and the UK.
What we do
Space Scotland is the voice of the Scottish space industry.
We are a not-for-profit, industry-led organisation accelerating the growth and global impact of Scotland’s space sector. By uniting industry, academia, and government, we champion collaboration across the nation’s unique end-to-end space ecosystem. Through this collective effort, we shape strategy, influence policy, and promote opportunities across the sector.
Our focuses
Working Groups
Our members lead dedicated working groups addressing the key challenges and opportunities shaping the Scottish space landscape
Environmental Task Force
Advancing responsible operations and supporting the Zero Debris vision.
Infrastructure and Facilities
Enabling access to facilities and launch capability across Scotland.
International Engagement
Building partnerships and global visibility for Scottish expertise.
Skills Working Group
Connecting employers, educators, and talent to meet sector needs.
New Voices In Space
Ensuring everyone has a voice in Scotland’s space future.
Latest Updates
Stay informed on Scotland’s progress in space – from launches and policy updates to sustainability initiatives.
Space Scotland Takes Centre Stage at Space-Comm Expo Scotland 2025
Space Scotland Signs Strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Aviaspace Bremen to Strengthen International Space Collaboration
Pivot into Space Programme
Powering the Space Workforce: Skills Insights for Industry Leaders
Our Members
We’re proud to represent a dynamic network of organisations driving innovation across Scotland’s space sector — from startups and universities to global primes.
Get Involved
Join the movement shaping Scotland’s space future.
Whether you’re a business, researcher, policymaker, or student — Space Scotland offers collaboration, visibility, and influence in one of the world’s fastest-growing sectors.
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