Call for Expressions of Interest: RAL Space Scale-Up Programme
15 Sep 2026
A new opportunity for ambitious space scale-ups to access expertise, facilities and support that can accelerate growth.
Backed by investment to support the growth of the UK space sector, the programme will provide opportunities to access specialist expertise, world-class facilities, skills development and technical support that can help businesses accelerate innovation, reduce risk and unlock new commercial opportunities.
The programme is developing around four pillars designed to support businesses at different stages of growth:
Discover: Explore opportunities, access expertise and build valuable connections across the space innovation ecosystem.
Train: Develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to grow high-performing technical teams and accelerate innovation.
Solve: Access specialist engineering, assurance and technical expertise to overcome challenges and de-risk product development.
Prepare & Build: Leverage world-class facilities, testing capabilities and technical infrastructure to validate technologies and prepare for commercial deployment.
Why express an interest?
Companies selected for the programme will have the opportunity to engage with a broad range of support, including workshops, clinics, technical mentoring, specialist consultancy, testing services and facility access.
This is an opportunity to help shape the programme, influence future investment and support offerings, and gain early access to services designed specifically to address the challenges faced by growing space technology businesses.
The first activities under the Discover pillar will begin in October, providing opportunities to learn more about available support, connect with experts, and engage with the wider innovation community.
We’re now inviting Expressions of Interest from innovative SMEs who want to accelerate growth, strengthen capability and access expertise that can help bring new technologies to market.
