Skyrora and Spirit AeroSystems are announcing a new collaboration on orbital launch capability. UK-based launch-vehicle manufacturer Skyrora is developing an agile, end-to-end launch service to provide access to space for small satellites globally. Having conducted a test launch of the suborbital Skylark L vehicle in October 2022 as part of the company’s incremental learning approach, Skyrora is well on track to become the first UK company to vertically launch satellites from the UK, expecting to conduct up to 16 launches per year once at scale.

Spirit’s presence in the UK space sector is growing. Its broad offering of adaptive manufacturing and testing solutions in metallics and composites, at both its Scotland and Northern Ireland facilities, brings significant industrial capacity to Skyrora’s launch proposition. Leveraging Spirit’s aero-structures expertise, the companies will explore opportunities to transition Skyrora’s orbital launch vehicles from development to full-scale production.
For further information www.spiritaero.com

Derby College Group (DCG) reports thatground has been broken for the upcoming East Midlands Institute of Technology (EMIoT) at the Roundhouse Campus, marking a significant milestone in the development of cutting-edge education and training facilities in the region. The facilityis poised to become a beacon of excellence, with collaboration between academia and industry in addressing the growing demand for skilled professionals in technology-related fields.

A partnership between Derby College Group, the University of Derby, Loughborough College and Loughborough University, the EMIoT aims to deliver a world-class, research-orientated, employer-led learning facilities, founded on clean growth and digital delivery. It is working closely with global employers, including Rolls-Royce, Uniper, Toyota, National Grid ESO, Alstom, Fujitsu and Bloc Digital to ensure programmes deliver a workforce with future-ready skills.
For further information www.derby-college.ac.uk