Episodes
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Today, in our series finale, our host Dallas Campbell is sitting down one-on-one with the CEO of the Satellite Applications Catapult, John Abbott.
We dive into John’s career journey and what inspired his entry into the space industry, eventually leading him to helm the Catapult. Alongside his vision for our future, we explore the role of collaboration - bridging efforts with government, non-space industries, and academia - in driving innovation and growth.From fostering talent to building cross-industry partnerships, this conversation will shed light on the strategies shaping the future of space exploration and commercialisation.
Thank you for joining us for this series of In-Orbit – we’ll be taking a short break, but we'll be back soon with a brand new series.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this episode of Outer-Orbit, we talk with Pat Mathewson, Head of Business Strategy and Analysis at Astroscale to explore space economics and examine the growing role that space plays in global markets.
Outer-Orbit is our bonus series where we share short episodes that continue the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or point of view.
Astroscale:LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this episode of In-Orbit, we're discussing space debris and the challenges it presents to the space sector.
There are many layers to consider when talking about space debris, including where it comes from, how it impacts future space missions and satellites, as well as clean up technologies and legal implications. Do we need regulations in place to ensure space debris doesn’t affect our ability to explore space in the future?
Our host, Dallas Campbell, is joined by Gary Cannon, Space Segment Lead at Satellite Applications Catapult, Pat Mathewson, Head of Business Strategy and Analysis at Astroscale, and Valentin Valhondo, Program Manager at ClearSpace.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookClearSpace: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookAstroscale: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this Outer-Orbit episode, we talk with Amy Peace, Innovation Lead for Circular Economy at Innovate UK, and discuss the importance of building a strong innovation ecosystem in the UK.
Outer-Orbit is our bonus series where we share short episodes that continue the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or point of view.
Innovate UK: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this episode, we’ll be delving into the Carbon Accounting Project, led by the High Value Manufacturing Catapult.
Carbon accounting is monitoring and measuring any emissions produced by an organisation, whether that be onsite, due to commuting or business travel, or through supply chain processes.
The Carbon Accounting Project is focusing on the manufacturing industry, with a goal to streamline the overly complex landscape of tools, methods, and regulation of carbon accounting – positioning the UK as the place for green manufacturing.
Our host, Dallas Campbell, is joined by Russ Hall, Lead for Reduction of Industrial Emissions and Net Zero at High Value Manufacturing Catapult, and Amy Peace, Innovation Lead for Circular Economy at Innovate UK.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookHigh Value Manufacturing Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/XInnovate UK: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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We’re taking another short break from our new episodes and revisiting an old favourite. Last autumn, we had the privilege to sit down with a wonderful panel of experts to explore the importance of satellite antenna testing.
Antennas are the unsung heroes of space missions, enabling vital communication and data transmission between spacecraft and ground stations. However, ensuring their reliability and performance in the harsh conditions of space is no easy feat. That's where satellite antenna testing comes into play, where rigorous evaluation and experimentation are conducted to guarantee their functionality, durability, and efficiency.
Our host Dallas Campbell is joined in the studio by Evangelos Mellios and Harvinder Nagi from the Satellite Applications Catapult, and Miro Blicharz from Helix Geospace and joining remotely, Martyn Lees from Spire.
We hope you enjoy catching up on this fantastic discussion and we’ll see you in two weeks for the last three episodes of the series!
Satellite Applications Catapult: Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Website
Helix Geospace: LinkedIn, Website
Spire: Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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Today we’re talking with Daria Filichkina, Chief Operating Officer of AstroAgency, and we’re going to be answering a controversial question: when it comes to marketing, is space always needed?
Outer-Orbit is our bonus series where we share short episodes that continue the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or point of view.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
Produced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this episode we’re diving into a topic that often gets overlooked but is crucial for the long-term success of the industry – marketing.
Strategic marketing can help companies of all sizes build brand awareness, communicate complex ideas to a broader audience, and even secure funding. We’ll be exploring the importance of shaping public perception and fuelling enthusiasm for space technologies, something that ultimately helps push the entire industry forward and will impact the future of our planet.Our host Dallas Campbell is joined by Daniel Smith from AstroAgency, Jess Ratty from Halo PR, and Samantha Amy from the Satellite Applications Catapult.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
AstroAgency: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
Halo PR: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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Today, we’re taking a short break from our new episodes and revisiting an old favourite. Back in May of 2023 we sat down with a fantastic panel of experts to discuss the concept of Digital Twins.
A Digital Twin is a virtual representation of a real-world physical counterpart, they use sophisticated data models to accurately simulate changes and problems, using the virtual environment to test and monitor potential scenarios without ever altering the physical counterpart - but the system is reliant on data and can only be as good as the data it is provided with. One potential source of information is Earth Observation data collected from space.Our host Dallas Campbell is joined in the studio by Mark Hennen from the Satellite Applications Catapult and Simon Evans from Arup, and remotely by Peter Bauer from ECMRWF.
We hope you enjoy catching up on this fantastic discussion and we’ll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode.
Satellite Applications Catapult: Website, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook
Arup: Website, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook
ECMWF: Website, Twitter, LinkedIn, FacebookProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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Hello and welcome to Outer-Orbit, in these short bonus episodes we’ll be continuing the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or point of view.
Today we’re talking with Sarah Cheesbrough, an Earth Observation Consultant at the Satellite Applications Catapult to further explore environmental monitoring and shine a light on data accessibility – discussing costs, platforms, and demand.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
Produced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this episode we’re delving into the intersection of agriculture and space technology.
Agriculture is the backbone of our food supply, but it is currently facing numerous challenges, particularly within its complex supply chains. By leveraging satellite imagery, remote sensing, and data analytics, we can optimise resource use and streamline supply chains, ultimately creating a more resilient and efficient agricultural system.
Our host Dallas Campbell is joined by Tony Higson and Sarah Cheesborough from the Satellite Applications Catapult, and Phil Bicknell from the UK Agri-Tech Centre.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
Agri-Tech Centre: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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Today our host Dallas Campbell sits down with Ellie Sleightholm, delving into the Space Placements in Industry (SPIN) Programme. Ellie is currently Head of Software Developer Relations at Marqo but she started her career in space with a SPIN placement with S&AO. We’re going to be breaking down the SPIN Programme and exploring the placements from the inside.
Outer-Orbit is our bonus series where we share short episodes that continue the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or point of view.
You can find the link to Ellie’s YouTube channel here.The link to Ellie’s free Machine Learning course is here.Find out more about the SPIN programme here.Satellite Applications Catapult: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Website
Marqo: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this episode we’re discussing a critical topic – the skills gap.
As technology advances at a rapid pace, the demand for highly skilled professionals in the space sector has never been greater. From engineers and technicians to data scientists and project managers, the industry is facing a pressing need for a new generation of talent equipped with the latest knowledge and skills. But bridging this gap is no small feat.
Joining our host, Dallas Campbell, is Kathie Bowden, Skills Manager at Satellite Applications Catapult, Zaria Serfontein, Product Strategy Engineer at Astroscale, and Ellie Sleightholm, Head of Software Developer Relations at Marqo.
For more information
You can find the link to Ellie's YouTube channel hereThe link to Ellie's free Machine Learning course is hereFind out more about the SPIN programme here
Satellite Applications Catapult: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook
Astroscale: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Website
Marqo: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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Welcome to Outer-Orbit, in these short bonus episodes we’ll be continuing the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or point of view.
Today we’re sharing some expert insights from the fantastic speakers that attended the Catapult and UK Space Agency’s IOSM Conference earlier this year, exploring the present and future of the In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing industry.
Paul Bate, CEO of the UK Space AgencyLucy Edge, Chief of Missions at Satellite Applications CatapultKatie King, CEO of BioOrbitJoshua Western, CEO and Co-Founder of Space ForgeElie Allouis, Advanced Concepts and Robotics Team Lead at AirbusRona Stewart, Business Development & Marketing Manager at The Exploration Company Thomas Clayson, CTO at Magdrive Portia Bowman, Founder & CEO at Growbotics
Our speakers include:The IOSM Conference will be back in 2025 so keep your eyes peeled for more information over the coming months.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
UK Space Agency: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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Back in May of this year the Catapult and the UK Space Agency collaborated on the IOSM Conference – a first of its kind event that brought together leading experts, researchers, and academia to discuss and showcase the latest advancements in IOSM technologies.
Today we’re sharing a live recording of a panel from Day Two of the conference - 'What Next and When’ exploring what we can expect from the industry over the next decade.
This panel is chaired by Mike Curtis-Rouse, Head of In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing at the Catapult, and he is joined by Richard Osborne, Chief Technology Officer at AstroAgency, Dr Leon Alkalai, Chief Executive Officer at Mandala Space Ventures, and Dr Martina Meisnar, Materials And Processes Engineer at ESA.
The IOSM Conference will be back in 2025 so keep your eyes peeled for more information over the coming months.
Satellite Applications Catapult: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Website
AstroAgency: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Website
ESA: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Website
Mandala Space Ventures: Twitter/X, LinkedIn, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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Welcome to Outer-Orbit - in these short bonus episodes we’ll be continuing the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or point of view.
In today's episode we're sitting down with PJ Blount, International Space Law and Telecommunications Law Lecturer at Cardiff University. We're exploring space traffic management. What is it? How do we keep space operations safe? Space orbits usable? And space accessible for decades to come, while ensuring the future trajectory of the space industry.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
Produced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this episode of In-Orbit, we're discussing Space Law, and the role of the UK in developing it.
Joining our host, Dallas Campbell, in the studio is Lilith Sailsbury, Contract Management Analyst at the Satellite Applications Catapult, and joining remotely we have PJ Blount, International Space Law and Telecommunications Law Lecturer at Cardiff University and Laetitia Cesari, Consultant at the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research and Doctoral Researcher at the University of Luxembourg.
Humanity's expansion into space raises a myriad of legal questions and challenges. Who owns the resources beyond our atmosphere? How do we regulate space traffic and prevent collisions in orbit? Today we're exploring the historical precedents, current regulations, and future implications of governing the expanse of space.
For more information:
You can find PJ's profile on the Cardiff University website here.You can find Laetitia's profile on the University of Luxembourg website here.'The Oxford Handbook of Space Security' co-authored by PJ Blount is available here.Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook
University of Luxembourg: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook
Cardiff University: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In today’s Outer-Orbit our host Dallas Campbell continues the conversation with Daniel Oi - a Reader in the Department of Physics at the University of Strathclyde - who is giving us a crash course in Quantum Physics, from interpreting quantum theory to the possibility of a multiverse.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
University of Strathclyde: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, WebsiteProduced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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In this episode, we delve into the relationship between academia and the space industry.
Our host, Dallas Campbell, is joined by Rebecca Quinn, Knowledge Exchange Manager at the Satellite Applications Catapult, Dr. Eloise Marais, Associate Professor in Physical Geography, and Dr. Santosh Bhattarai, Lecturer in Space Geodesy, both from University College London, and Dr. Daniel Oi, Reader in the Department of Physics at University of Strathclyde.
Join us as we explore how academia influences the space industry and how initiatives like the Innovation LaunchPad Network+ Researchers in Residence Programme facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration between academia and industry, fostering ground-breaking discoveries and technological advancements.
For more information about the Researchers in Residence programme, see here.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, FacebookUniversity College London: Twitter/X, FacebookUniversity of Strathclyde: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook
The Innovation Launchpad Network+ can be found here.Produced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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Welcome to Outer-Orbit - in these short bonus episodes we're going to be continuing the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or an idea or a point of view or something that piqued our interest.
In today's episode, we're joined by Luisa Doughty from the Satellite Applications Catapult to further explore barriers to uptake of space derived data for sustainability and deep dive into the Catapult's international development and humanitarian work.
Satellite Applications Catapult: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Website
Produced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.
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