NPL and the Science and Technology Facilities Council’s (STFC) RAL Space have combined expertise to build a new national centre – the Small Satellite Calibration Facility – for testing and calibrating instruments on small, cube and nano satellites.
This new facility is set to empower start-ups and SMEs by providing access to world-leading calibration services at short notice and a fraction of the cost. This initiative not only lowers the barrier to entry for aspiring space companies but also gives them a competitive edge through enhanced data quality and more reliable missions.
Ultimately, this facility will further boost the UK’s thriving Earth observation sector, supporting critical data that helps us monitor and protect our planet.
