In-Orbit

Welcome to In-Orbit, the fortnightly podcast exploring how technology from space is empowering a better world.

In-Orbit is a technology podcast hosted by Satellite Applications Catapult, with 84 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Satellite Applications Catapult hosts In-Orbit, a technology show with 84 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  Outer Orbit: Industrial Strategy - The New Blueprint for UK Space Sector Growth

  Oct 20, 20259 minS5

  <p>How do you turn an ambitious space tech start-up into a 'space unicorn' generating £10 million in revenue? </p><p>In this bonus episode, Dallas Campbell and Mark Saxon, Chief of External Affairs at the Satellite Applications Catapult, drill into the mechanics and importance of the UK's Industrial Strategy. Mark breaks down why space is a vital 'frontier industry' nested within the broader Advanced Manufacturing sector and what this means for business owners. The strategy, a core mission to grow the economy, is already delivering, with government securing over £250 billion in investment into the IS-8 sectors since July.</p><p>The...

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  Episode #10

  Scaling Up the UK Space Sector

  Oct 13, 202534 minS5

  <p>Is the UK's commitment to space being watered down, or is the recent merger of the UK Space Agency (UKSA) into the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) a smart move for efficiency? </p><p>Host Dallas Campbell sits down with Mark Saxon, Chief of External Affairs at the Satellite Applications Catapult, to dissect the political landscape shaping the UK space industry's future. They dive deep into the National Space Strategy, the new Industrial Strategy, and the critical importance of a "one government approach" to space policy. Mark argues for a necessary shift from R&D-led grant funding...

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  Episode #9

  Outer Orbit: The Critical Role of Space-Based Methane Monitoring

  Oct 6, 20258 minS5

  <p>Are we finally equipping ourselves with the right tools to tackle the climate crisis’s most potent challenge? </p><p>This bonus episode dives into the crucial role of methane, a gas whose warming potential is 80 times greater than CO2​ over a 20-year period, making it a powerful lever for immediate climate action. Host Dallas Campbell is joined by Charlotte Massey of the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) to explore how space technology is transforming the fight against emissions. </p><p>Charlotte explains how NPL’s measurement science (metrology) ensures the quality and traceability of satellite-derived data, making it fit for purp...

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  Episode #9

  Orbiting the Truth: Space-Based Emissions Reporting

  Sep 29, 202532 minS5

  <p>Are we using every tool available to pull the emergency brake on climate change? This episode dives into the crucial role of space-based monitoring in tackling methane, a greenhouse gas that is far more potent than CO2​ and a critical target for urgent climate action. </p><p>Host Dallas Campbell is joined by Spence Seaman from the Environment Agency and Charlotte Massey from the National Physical Laboratory to explore the technological leap that is allowing regulators to pinpoint "super-emitters" from orbit.</p><p>Spence explains the Environment Agency's Methane Action Plan and the challenge of regulating fugitive emissions from sec...

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  Episode #8

  Outer Orbit: Why User-Centred Design Matters in the Space Industry

  Sep 22, 202513 minS5

  <p>What does it mean to "design" in the context of space? In this bonus episode, we continue our conversation with service design expert Giulia Bencini. </p><p>While most of us think of physical objects like chairs or rockets when we hear the word "design," Giulia explains how her work is about solving problems and creating better experiences for users of space data. She shares how her team works directly with users—like farmers—to understand their challenges and then translates those needs into requirements for technology developers. </p><p>This conversation explores the vital role of creativity and playfu...

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