Space Forge secures the first UK licence for In-Space advanced manufacturing...
The licence approval paves the way for Space Forge’s first in-orbit demonstration mission. This mission is the company’s next step towards establishing a scalable, returnable, and re-launchable platform for manufacturing high-performance semiconductor materials in space.
By harnessing the unique conditions of space – including microgravity, vacuum, and extreme temperature differentials – Space Forge is unlocking the ability to manufacture materials that are impossible to produce on Earth.
These advancements have wide-reaching applications in semiconductors, quantum computing, clean energy, and defence technologies. Research suggests that manufacturing these materials in space could reduce CO2 emissions by 75% in high-value infrastructure – delivering breakthroughs in security, defence, and climate-focused innovation.
ForgeStar-1 will also test the mechanics of the Pridwen shield – Space Forge’s innovative heat shield designed to facilitate safe, reusable satellite re-entry.
“This licence award is a key mission milestone and we’re looking forward to demonstrating how our scalable, reusable manufacturing platform can drive progress and benefits for us on Earth. Space Forge is breaking new ground being the first UK company to achieve a licence for in-orbit manufacturing.”
