From Ground to Orbit: building the South West space economy

Exploring how the South West can become a leader in innovation, sustainability and economic growth through space-enabled technologies.

About the event

An expert-led panel discussion explored how the South West can become a leader in innovation, sustainability, and economic growth through space-enabled technologies. The event brought together perspectives from academia, industry, and regional initiatives to highlight opportunities for collaboration and future development.

Hosted by Rebecca Huffee (Space West/NCC), the panel featured Ross Hulbert (Spaceport Cornwall), Dr. Chris Toomer (UWE Bristol), and Simon Wheeler (ReOrbit).

Event recording

Watch our expert panel explore the South West’s potential as a leader in space-enabled innovation.

Event photography

Event panel sitting on the stage before the talk.
Photo of the event panel sitting on stage during the talk.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Event panel sitting on the stage before the talk.
Photo of the event panel sitting on stage during the talk.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.
Attendees networking at the From Grount to Orbit event.

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