Creating Spaceport Space Clusters in the U.K.

GSA Webinar Series: Creating Spaceport Space Clusters - A look at U.K.’s space cluster development for Economic, Research, and Workforce Opportunities around spaceports. The United Kingdom has emerged in the last ten years as an important spacefaring nation. In its national space policy statement, the U.K. recognizes that space development will be a significant economic driver for the nation well into the future. With four spaceports in operation (three are GSA Members) and three more in the planning stage, the U.K. has a track record of engaging industry stakeholders and developing space economic clusters of innovation. This GSA webinar explores U.K.’s commitment to commercial spaceflight and building a spaceport network. They will also provide some guidance and lessons learned for other regions seeking to do the same. For more webinars and information about spaceports, visit our site at GlobalSpaceportAlliance.com Panelists: Moderator: Dr. George Nield, Chair, Global Spaceport Alliance Francis Walker, Associate Principal – London, Corgan Gemma Wilson, Harwell Space Cluster Development Manager Daniel Smith, Director of AstroAgency, Fire Arrow, and Space Scotland Ross Hulbert, Head of Engagement, Cornwall Spaceport Dr. David Alexander, Director, Rice Space Institute Chapters 00:00:14 Global Spaceport Alliance update 00:03:45 GSA at Capitol Hill update 00:08:16 Francis Walker with Corgan about using the Isle of Man and the Irish Sea for regional connectivity using emerging transport technologies 00:15:31 Gemma Wilson with Harwell Space Cluster 00:23:23 Daniel Smith with AstroAgency, Fire Arrow, and Space Scotland 00:34:53 Ross Hulbert from Spaceport Cornwall 00:46:37 Dr. David Alexander with Rice Space Institute 00:52:58 What is a space cluster? 00:55:15 Facilities and design impacting what a spaceport is and creating opportunities 00:57:42 How can other communities connect with space? Creating the road map. 01:00:44 Having strong relations with the community and elected leaders 01:04:26 Creating international clusters