The UK Space Agency invites proposals for UK-based research and development projects that will deliver innovative space technologies, applications and services through the National Space Innovation Programme (NSIP). NSIP provides co-funded grant support to de-risk high-reward projects with a clear target market. NSIP operates "open" funding calls under two strands: NSIP "Kick Starter" that supported highly disruptive early-stage innovations, and NSIP "Major Projects" which emphasizes commercialisation and growth of particularly lucrative ideas from UK businesses, universities and research organisations. Combined, these grant mechanisms provide an end-to-end support package to aid great ideas across the "valley of death" and towards commercial success. NSIP funded projects catalyse investment into the UK Space sector and contribute to the UK's research base and future capabilities by raising Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and positioning UK space activities closer to commercial or scientific exploitation. Although most of the funding available through this funding call will be "open" allowing proposals on any space technology, application or service, UKSA intends to strategically target up to 30% of the Call 2 budget on the theme of "Space Data for Earth Applications". In support of this theme, we welcome projects that seek to deliver capabilities and applications that utilise satellite data to the benefit of UK citizens and grow the economy. Further details of this theme are below. If you are interested in applying for an NSIP Call 2 grant, please complete the Expression of Interest form by 23 April 2025 . In addition, Outline Proposal Application forms must be submitted by
11:59pm on 8 May 2025 to
NSIP@ukspaceagency.gov.uk to be considered.
