The Journal of Space Commerce

The Journal of Space Commerce

Building Resilience in Space Seen as Key to UK’s Future Prosperity

Data Capture Attempts Magnify Need for Survivable Space Systems

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Tom Patton
Nov 11, 2025
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The United Kingdom should accelerate investment in sovereign, resilient space systems to safeguard national security and drive economic growth, Lockheed Martin UK Director of Space Nik Smith told delegates at a national space conference last week.

“Space is no longer a neutral backdrop - it’s a contested operational domain.”
Nik Smith, Lockheed Martin

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