University of Manchester researchers working to solve UK energy storage conundrum

Ensuring the UK has sufficient levels of renewable energy to meet its needs is only possible with suitable energy storage infrastructure – and University of Manchester experts are working to provide a “future-proof” solution. In a new article published by Policy@Manchester, Professor Robert Dryfe highlights the importance of Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) technologies – […]

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FORMER VIRGIN GALACTIC PRESIDENT, UKSA AND ESA TO HEADLINE AT SPACE-COMM EXPO SCOTLAND 2024

Space-Comm Expo Scotland has unveiled a world class lineup of keynote speakers from across government, aerospace, defence and academia for the inaugural event taking place at the SEC Glasgow September 11-12. The biggest space industry event ever held in Scotland will be hosted by Executive Chair of Space-Comm Expo, Will Whitehorn, former President of Virgin […]

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UK Space businesses to get boost at Ignite Space Conference

Ignite Space returns for its third year to fuel the next wave of collaboration and innovation in the UK space industry. The SME-focused conference, brought to you by the UK Space Agency and delivered by business support organisation UMi, will serve as a vital platform to showcase emerging business opportunities in the UK space sector as well as the extensive support available. Having […]

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UVAC warns of threat to manufacturing skills gap posed by Apprenticeship Levy reform

A new report by the University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) has today warned that drastic reform or the abolishment of the government’s Apprenticeship Levy scheme will have a hugely detrimental impact on the skills gap across the manufacturing sector. Cuts to funding of higher and degree apprenticeships, that are so critical to training core sectors […]

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Eviden Mission Critical Systems Technology Center opened in Prottes, Lower Austria

Eviden expands global presence for customers’ core missions Eviden, the Atos Group business leading in digital, cloud, big data and security, is pleased to announce the opening of its new facility, the Eviden Mission Critical Systems Technology Center, in Prottes, Lower Austria. The inauguration has taken place, reflecting Eviden’s commitment to advancing satellite technologies and fostering […]

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