Notice: UK National Delegate support for ESA ARTES Invitations to Tender
UK Space Agency supports ESA's ARTES Invitations to Tender, offering up to 100% funding for early technology development. UK organizations must obtain approval from the UK Space Agency before submitting proposals to ESA. The application process includes registration, proposal submission, and funding authorization. The program remains open until further notice, facilitating innovation in the space sector.
Redwire Awarded Contract to Deliver Quantum-Secure Spacecraft for European Space Agency’s QKDSat
Redwire Corporation has secured a contract to develop a quantum-secure satellite for the European Space Agency's Quantum Key Distribution Satellite (QKDSat) initiative. This project falls under ESA's Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES) Partnership Projects program, enhancing secure communications capabilities in space. The contract highlights Redwire's leadership in space and defense technology solutions.
Guidance: Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems Programme (ARTES)
UK Space Agency subscribed £141.4M to the ARTES programme at the ESA Council of Ministers in November 2025. This funding aims to bolster UK industry in developing next-generation satellite communications products and services. The ARTES programme focuses on research and development for commercial telecommunications, enhancing capabilities within the European space sector and fostering innovation.