Data and Space in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
The space and data sector is at the cutting edge of Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly’s economy. There has been massive investment in this future facing industry meaning that it is likely to continue to grow over the next decade. The UK plans to have 10% of the £400bn global space market by 2030. Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly is playing a vital role in this with a particular focus on support for startups and new players in the sector.
The space and data sector includes opportunities in everything from space and aerospace engineering, computer programming and data analysis to a wide range of associated technical, administrative, business and service roles. The space and data sector in CIoS is small but growing rapidly. It is strongly linked to the larger aerospace sector which is centred around Cornwall Airport Newquay and the Aerohub Enterprise Zone. Goonhilly Earth station is the UK’s Space Communications Gateway and a recognised centre of excellence in Communications Engineering, Teleport Services, R&D and Manufacturing. Goonhilly is also working with partners to plan a privately funded mission to the Moon, providing communication relay and navigation services to other lunar missions.
