More than 80 people attended Space Readiness at Leeds’ Royal Armouries Museum, organised by Lockheed Martin and RTC North, which helps companies find ways to grow into new markets.
Lockheed Martin is at the forefront of developing space initiatives in the UK, working closely with the UK Space Agency and the wider government, as well as investing in projects to upskill the next generation. Companies were able to find out how they could play an active role in space and the huge scope of options available to SMEs at the event.
Among the speakers on the day were Mandy Ridyard, Business Advisor to Mayor Tracy Brabin and Chair of Space Hub Yorkshire, who said the event had been of huge benefit to local businesses. She said: “It was fantastic to host this event in West Yorkshire as part of our mission to provide more opportunities for the brilliant businesses in our region. This spotlight on our world class supply chain highlights the expertise and talent found in our region, and the dynamic network of businesses that make up our collaborative space cluster.”