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Southampton Space Institute

Events

Southampton Space Institute
Information on upcoming dates including networking events, lectures, and conferences.

Launch of Southampton Space Institute 

The official launch of the Southampton Space Institute will take place during Space Comm Expo Europe at London’s ExCel. Space Comm Expo Europe is one of the key space events where the space industry meets its future. It provides a great opportunity to connect with leaders and innovators in the space industry. 

When: Thursday 4 March 2026, 11.00-12.30

Where: UK Space Conference, at London’s ExCel, South Gallery Meeting Room 19

Speakers including:

  • The Rt Hon. the Lord Willetts
  • Mark Spearing, Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Enterprise, University of Southampton
  • Matthew Middleton, Director, Southampton Space Institute 

This event is by invitation only.

Save the date

Space South Central Orbit event at the University of Southampton, with talks and a networking lunch.

When: Wednesday 25 June 2026

Where: venue tbc