EDX Medical Group (EDX) has developed a new test for prostate cancer. The test can identify cancerous cells, whether the cancer is early stage or late stage and how aggressive the cancer is. More than 100 biomarkers are measured by the test, which is more than rival tests. Accuracy should be better than 96%. There are 55,000 cases of prostate cancer in the UK each year. Founder Professor Sir Chris Evans acquired a total of 320,000 shares at an average share price of 13.68p each, plus 20,000 shares at 13.5p each, taking his stake to 37.3%. Chief executive Dr Michael Hudson bought 45,888 shares at 10.87p each, taking his stake to 5.84%, and deputy chair Martin Walton purchased an initial 85,000 shares at 10.717p each. The share price increased 31.6% to 12.5p.
ProBiotix Health (PBX) has an agreement with Kemin China Technology, which will sell LP LDL as a cardiometabolic health ingredient in China, Hong Kong and Macau. The sales will be co-branded. Chief executive Steen Andersen has been granted 9.05 million options with an exercise price of 9.5p. They last ten years and performance criteria have to be met for them to be exercised. The share price is 31.6% higher at 12.5p.
Valereum (VLRM) has entered into an agreement with DMC Markets Inc for a cash raise of £19m. Previously it was expected to be £13m. There will be 130 million shares issue at 10p ach and 20 million shares issued at 20p each, plus a further 20 million shares at 10p each that were previously under option to Blue Sky Vision. This will be done via a new company called Valereum Inc, which will hold 48.9% of Valereum. A UK investor will invest an additional £1m at 20p/share. The cash will be invested in minority stakes in four strategic assets sourced by DMC. The share price rose 8.33% to 26p.
Mark Lyttleton has a 3.11% stake in WeCap (WCAP). The share price improved 6.98% to 1.15p.
FALLERS
Vehicle electrification technology developer Equipmake (LON: EQIP) has signed a development agreement with JC Bamford. It will develop specific power electronics for JCB. This is an initial six-month development agreement. The share price slumped 36.4% to 0.875p.
Tap Global Group (LON: TAP) has raised £1m at 2p/share and this will be invested in the fintech app platform and growing its database of registered users. The share price slipped 19.6% to 2.25p.
Coinsilium Group Ltd (LON: COIN) says portfolio company Otomato Web3 Agent Protocol, which has commenced the launch of the Otomato.xyz platform. The public launch is scheduled for the second quarter of 2025. The platform streamlines Web3 interactions. As well as its stake, Coinsilium has the rights to 7.5% of revenues generated by the platform up to the Token Listing Event. The share price fell 13.7% to 3.15p.
Marula Mining (LON: MARU) chief executive Jason Brewer is visiting the Kinusi copper mine next week. The share price dipped 10% to 4.5p.
Aquis-quoted healthcare procedures supplier One Health Group (LON: OHGR) plans to move to AIM. As part of the process, it raised £5.2m from a placing at 180p/share and existing shareholders have the chance to take up shares in an open offer of up to £500,000. A WRAP retail offer could raise up to £500,000 more. The cash will be invested in the first owned surgical hub. This will cost up to £9m and it could generate £9m of income each year. It should be earnings enhancing in the first full year of operation. The employee benefit trust (EBT), the chairman and chief medical officer are selling £2.2m worth of shares. The EBT will repay a £750,000 loan to the company. The retail offer closes on 24 February. The minimum subscription is £100. The share price declined 7.14% to 195p.
Arbuthnot Banking Group (LON: ARBB) is trading in line with expectations and is set to achieve a 2024 pre-tax profit of £34.5m. The share price edged down 3.49% to 897.5p.
Standard Chartered helped the FTSE 100 carve out minor gains on Friday after the Asia-focused bank wrapped up FTSE 100 banking earnings with a very respectable set of results.
The FTSE 100 was trading just 0.1% higher at the time of writing and looked like it would have to rely on the US session for a catalyst.
“Financials were in demand after a strong set of results from Standard Chartered and miners also made some progress, but there was corresponding weakness in precious metals and energy stocks,” said AJ Bell investment director Russ Mould.
“Pharmaceutical firm GSK was also on the back foot amid speculation it could be targeted by activist investors after a long period of lagging behind its rivals.”
NatWest played catch-up with the rest of the banking sector and topped the FTSE 100 with a 4% gain. Despite the numbers not being particularly bad, there was a negative reaction to NatWest’s recent results, so some may have seen the relative weakness in shares as an opportunity.
Standard Chartered was close behind NatWest after revealing a bumper $1.5bn share buyback that far outstripped analyst estimates. Underlying Q4 operating income came in at $4.8bn, higher than the $4.5bn, and shares jumped 4% on Friday.
“Standard’s latest quarter showed continued momentum, powered by a rock-solid top line and impairments that didn’t bite as hard as expected – a pattern we’ve seen across the UK’s banking giants lately,” said Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown.
“Of course, a $342 million software impairment muddied the picture, but it won’t impact capital levels – strip it out, and pre-tax profits crushed forecasts. Standard’s Asian flair, particularly its non-interest income strength, lit up the scoreboard with wealth management shining bright. That sector’s booming in Asia, and Standard’s ready to ride the wave.”
With the FTSE 100 offering little movement, investors can find a slightly more upbeat news flow from China and developments in AI.
Since the emergence of Deepseek, closer attention has been paid to what’s happening in China in terms of AI developments and news that Alibaba plans a big push into the space was a big talking point on Friday after Chinese tech shares surged.
The strength in Chinese equities had marginal read-across into China-centric FTSE 100 stocks Prudential and Rio Tinto that ticked gently higher.
Europa Metals (LON: EUZ) says it does not understand why the share price has fallen so sharply after trading resumed following the decision not to buy Viridian Metals Ireland, which owns the Tynagh brownfield Pb/Zn/Cu/Ag project in the Republic of Ireland. The seven million shares held in Denarius Metals Corp are worth £175,000 at 2.5p each. The company disposed of its main asset to Denarius on 13 November and it has six months from then to secure an acquisition of a business or trading in the shares will be suspended. The share price recovered 37.5% to 1.65p, but it is still 17.5% lower since returning from suspension.
Guardian Metal Resources (LON: GMET) says trenching results confirm high-grade gold mineralisation at the 100%-owned Golconda Summit project in Nevada. There is potential for an extensive Carlin-type gold system at depth. The share price rose 4.29% to 36.5p.
Kazakhstan-focused oil and gas company Caspian Sunrise (LON: CASP) has received final approval for the purchase of CS Energy and this should be completed in two months. Work can start on the West Shelva contract area and an initial exploration well could be drilled in the first half. Production could commence before the end of the year. Caspian Sunrise is raising $88m from the disposal of non-core assets and $14m has already been received. The share price improved 3.17% to 3.25p.
Proteome Sciences (LON: PRM) has won a contract to supply mass spectrometry services for analysing samples for an ongoing clinical trial. The contract with a US company is worth more than $1m and it will generate income in 2025 and 2026. The share price increased 0.45% to 4.51p, having been 4.8p earlier.
FALLERS
Bioplastics company Biome Technologies (LON: BIOM) is planning to leave AIM and is holding a general meeting on 13 March to gain shareholder agreement. Access to additional funding is difficult with a depressed share price due to trading disappointments. Management believes it will be easier to raise cash as a private company without a public share price. It will also be easier to enter into transactions without having to make announcements. There will also be cost savings. JP Jenkins will provide a matched bargains facility. The share price slumped by three-fifths to 1.5p.
Fire suppression products developer Zenova Group (LON: ZED) is raising £250,000 at 0.25p/share and each share comes with a warrant exercisable at 0.5p each. The cash will be spent on fulfilling potential orders. The share price slid 35.3% to 0.275p.
UK Oil & Gas (LON: UKOG) has raised £400,000 via a placing at 0.0102p/share. This will be invested in the South Dorset hydrogen storage project, including its conceptual design. The share price dived 30% to 0.01225p.
Poolbeg Pharma (LON: POLB) is not going ahead with the proposed merger with HOOKPIA Pharma Inc, which decided to withdraw. The share price slipped 17.7% to 3.95p.
SP Angel has rated Tekcapital shares a ‘buy’, highlighting a potential 60% upside from the current share price.
The broker has released an update note on Tekcapital following a substantial increase in the company’s portfolio value during 2024.
Tekcapital’s portfolio grew by 38% year-on-year to reach $64.2 million on an unaudited basis, driven by robust performance across its portfolio of technology companies.
The research note emphasises a significant transformation in Tekcapital’s portfolio structure, with four of its five portfolio companies now being publicly listed, representing approximately 68% of the portfolio value. Successful IPOs of both Microsalt and GenIP were key drivers of the increase in the portfolio value, with MicroSalt trading roughly double its listing price.
SP Angel notes that this concentrated portfolio approach has enabled Tekcapital to maintain low operating expenses and run its operations efficiently.
SP Angel identifies a potentially significant catalyst in the proposed Nasdaq listing of Guident Corp, Tekcapital’s remaining unlisted investment. Guident, in which Tekcapital holds a 70% stake, operates in the rapidly expanding autonomous vehicle market that is gathering momentum amid a flurry of IPOs and wider adoption of the technology.
The analysts point to recent successful listings in this sector, citing WeRide Inc.’s share price doubling post-IPO as an indicator of strong market appetite.
SP Angel notes Guident’s strong position in the safe teleoperation of autonomous vehicles, highlighting that remote monitoring and control systems have now become mandatory in ten US states. Currently valued at $18 million in Tekcapital’s portfolio, the analysts suggest that a successful IPO could unlock significant additional value for shareholders.
On valuation, SP Angel calculates that Tekcapital’s equity and convertible loan note investments are worth approximately £45 million, translating to an asset value per share of around 24 pence. This indicates that the shares are currently trading at a substantial discount of over 55% to net asset value.
The analysts suggest a target price of 16 pence, representing a 60% upside from current levels, based on bringing the discount more in line with the investment company sector average of 35%.
Despite having a fairly siggy week, the FTSE 100 is less than 5% away from touching the psychologically important level of 9,000.
After bouncing around on either side of 8,000 for what seemed like years, the index of the UK’s top companies broke higher in the early weeks of 2025 and now has 9,000 within its sights.
Whether the index can breach this level in the near term depends on several factors, none more important than where sterling goes in the coming weeks.
The inverse relationship between the pound and the FTSE 100 has been the main driving force behind London’s leading index so far in 2025. A weaker pound’s favourable currency fluctuation supports companies’ earnings that are reported in dollars or euros. These companies make up a significant proportion of the FTSE 100 index and have the power to drive returns on an index level. And that they did.
The FTSE 100 hit a series of all-time highs through January and February 2025 as heavyweight overseas earners enjoyed the pounds sharp decline against the dollar.
In early 2025, poor UK economic data and concerns about the outlook were behind the pound’s weakness against the dollar, which was extenuated by relative strength in the US economy and forecasts of just one or two rate cuts by the Federal Reserve this year.
Indeed, until markets learned that UK CPI inflation rose to 3% in January, there was also a perceived divergence in the monetary policy paths of the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve. Interest rate futures markets had been pricing three or four cuts by the Bank of England compared to just one in the United States.
This set the pound on a path to the downside against the dollar and provided welcome support to the FTSE 100. This trend is now in jeopardy.
The BoE now looks unlikely to cut at its next meeting, and investors will have a close eye on any signs of inflation from wages or purchasing prices. Should inflation show signs of increasing, concerns about the BoE’s ability to reduce borrowing costs will intensify. This will be played out in the pound.
There are technical factors to consider around the FTSE 100 which underscores the importance of what the pound does next.
Such an unusually consistent rally for the FTSE 100 in early 2025 has left many companies trading at elevated levels and vulnerable to mediocre earnings. Barclays, Mondi, Marks & Spencer, and NatWest are obvious examples of investors banking profits after results didn’t knock it out of the park.
Failing a bumper surge in earnings on a constant currency basis, whether London’s leading index can test 9,000 before a meaningful correction relies heavily on the gyrations of the pound and how it can support earnings on an actual currency basis.
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UK Oil & Gas shares sank on Friday after raising £400,431 through a heavily private placing to advance its South Dorset hydrogen storage project.
The placing, conducted with a select group of professional investors at 0.0102p per share, will provide essential funding for the project’s development and its participation in the government’s upcoming Hydrogen Storage Business Model (HSBM) Procurement Round.
The placing was completed at a 42% discount to the prior closing price. No directors participated in the round, which was reserved only for institutional investors. Private investors were shut out of the placing.
The funds will be directed towards several key initiatives to strengthen the project’s position. A significant portion will support the conceptual design of a joint venture focusing on green hydrogen generation and import facilities at Portland Port.
This venture aims to establish infrastructure for importing Middle Eastern green hydrogen carrier fluids and producing hydrogen locally, which would then be transmitted to the South Dorset storage site and distributed across the UK via SGN’s H2 Connect pipeline.
The company will also allocate funds towards the pre-Front End Engineering Design phase, including the conceptual design of surface facilities, pipeline routing, and borehole placements. This work is crucial for meeting the HSBM Procurement process eligibility criteria. Additional funding will cover operational expenses related to the procurement process and bid submission, as well as general administrative costs.
The development would establish South Dorset as one of only three hydrogen “cohorts” in the UK, combining production, substantial storage capacity, and trunk pipeline transmission capabilities. This integrated approach is expected to strengthen the project’s case for government revenue support through the HSBM scheme.
The FTSE 100 dropped again on Thursday as companies accounting for a significant proportion of the index traded ex-dividend and wiped a sizeable number of points from the index.
BAE Systems, AstraZeneca, and BP, among others, all traded ex-dividend and gave the impression of a bad day for London’s leading index. In reality, the index would only be marginally down without the impact of stocks trading ex-dividend.
“The FTSE 100 started Thursday modestly in the red as some big names on the index traded without the rights to their upcoming dividends,” says AJ Bell investment director Russ Mould.
Although ex-dividends weighed heavily on the index, geopolitical and macro considerations did give a reason for investors to be cautious.
The Federal Reserve signalled it wouldn’t move to cut rates again until they had more evidence inflation was falling. The problem here is the new president’s tariffs campaign threatens a period of higher prices.
“Uncertainty abounds about the knock-on effects of Trump’s tariffs for multinationals listed in London. Although the more cautious stance from the Federal Reserve didn’t blow Wall Street off course, with the S&P 500 breaking out to a record level, there is set to be more wariness creeping in today,” said Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets, Hargreaves Lansdown.
Despite the negative tone to trade, there were a number of positive corporate stories from FTSE 100 firms for investors to dive into on Thursday.
Lloyds shares surged to the highest level since before the pandemic after announcing underlying results – which are to be commended. When the impact of the £700m motor charge was stripped out of the earnings, Lloyds beat expectations across the board. The mortgage business is doing very well, and the company is managing costs.
Investors will be pleased with the level of cash Lloyds is returning to them, and an additional £1.7bn buyback will have gone down very well.
“The more positive response to Lloyds’ full-year numbers compared with its immediate peer group is less a reflection of the results themselves and more related to the fact it had lagged behind its rivals heading into this earnings season,” Russ Mould explained.
“A significant increase in provisions associated with motor finance mis-selling is unlikely to have caught investors on the hop. However, the fact the government’s attempt to intervene on lenders’ behalf was rejected by the Supreme Court is obviously unhelpful and the increased provision meant profit came in below forecasts.
“This issue remains a lingering uncertainty for the business ahead of the latest hearing in early April but the decision to sanction a sizeable share buyback and deliver a healthy increase in the dividend suggests management are not overly concerned.”
Centrica was jostling with Lloyds for the top spot on the FTSE 100 leaderboard – both were up around 7% at the time of writing – following the release of results that exceeded expectations.
There was a broad decline in Centrica’s earnings due to lower energy prices but this had largely been baked into the Centrica share price cake, and the positive earnings surprise sent shares back to levels not seen since the beginning of 2024.
Compliance and resource management software provider AdvancedAdvT Ltd (LON: ADVT) is winning new business and generating renewals on improved terms. Demand for cloud and digital services is growing. Singer expects EBITDA of £9.6m, having previously forecast £8.4m. The 2026 EBITDA forecast has been raised from £8.8m to £10.1m. AdvancedAdvT is still at an early stage of its buy and build strategy. Net cash is estimated to be £88m. The share price increased 10.3% to 160p, which values the company at £213m.
Greatland Gold (LON: GGP) released maiden drilling results for the West Dome Underground target at the Telfer prospect. This deposit is 800 metres below the West Dome open pit. There were 16 out of 19 holes that intercepted significant mineralisation. The weighted average intercept is calculated as 23 metres at 2.95g/t gold and 1.07% copper. This could extend the mine life. There will be a second phase of drilling. The share price improved 8.54% to 8.9p. Last autumn’s fundraising was at 4.8p.
Petards Group (LON: PEG) subsidiary QRO Solutions received an order worth more than £400,000 for in-vehicle ANPR systems from a UK police force. This will be delivered in 2025. The share price rose 6.67% to 8p.
Jarvis Securities (LON: JIM) has declared a first quarter dividend of 1.5p/share, down from 1.75p/share in the first quarter of 2024, but above the 1p/share paid for the fourth quarter of 2024. The shares go ex-dividend on 27 February. Subsidiary Jarvis Investment Management should complete most of the remediation work required by the authorities by the end of the third quarter of 2025. The share price recovered 6.02% to 44p.
FALLERS
Film and media localisation services provider Zoo Digital (LON: ZOO) expects full year revenues to be at least $50.5m and a return to positive EBITDA of at least $1m. These are below expectations, though. Trading recovered following the writers’ strike in Hollywood, but there have been delays and cancellations. Zoo Digital is a preferred fulfilment vendor for Amazon Prime Video and there is an increase in potential work, predominantly for existing content. Original content production remains subdued and may not recover until nearer the end of the year. This year dubbing revenues will be lower than last year. Fixed costs have been cut by one-fifth over the past year and margins are improving. The share price dived 35.5% to 17.75p, which is the lowest it has been for more than seven years.
Karelian Diamond Resources (LON: KDR) raised £323,000 at 0.75p/share. This will fund metals exploration in Northern Ireland and diamond exploration in Finland, where there are plans to advance the proposed development of the Lahtojoki deposit. The share price slumped 39.6% to 0.725p.
TheraCryf (LON: TCF) shares continue to fall following yesterday’s announcement that it is raising £4.25m at 0.25p/share. The price is 8.33% lower at 0.275p. The Tuesday closing share price was 1p. The cash will finance the pre-clinical development of Orexin-1, which came with the acquisition of Chronos Therapeutics. Orexin-1 is a potential drug for a range of neuropsychiatric disorders, including addiction and anxiety. The preclinical data generated will help to attract potential partners. Former Avacta boss Dr Alastair Smith has been appointed as TheraCryf chair. He will take his fee for at least 12 months in the form of shares.
Tertiary Minerals (LON: TYM) says potential earn-in partner KoBold Metals has drilled a hole past 2,600 metres at the Konkola West copper project in Zambia. It is expected to reach 3,000 metres. This is deeper than originally planned. Drilling of the second hole in the earn-in agreement is expected shortly. The time for drilling the holes has been extended to 18 months. The share price dipped 4.76% to 0.05p.
Ex-dividends
Alumasc (LON: ALU) is paying an interim dividend of 3.5p/share and the share price rose 2.5p to 350p.
FRP Advisory (LON: FRP) is paying a dividend of 0.95p/share and the share price dipped 0.25p to 142.25p.
Gateley (LON: GTLY) is paying an interim dividend of 3.3p/share and the share price slipped 0.5p to 137p.
Hercules Site Services (LON: HERC) is paying a final dividend of 1.12p/share and the share price declined 1p to 54p.
Samuel Heath & Sons (LON: HSM) is paying an interim dividend of 4.5p/share and the share price slumped 20p to 300p.
Impax Asset Management (LON: IPX) is paying a final dividend of 22.9p/share and the share price fell 19.5p to 189p.
Van Elle (LON: VANL) is paying an interim dividend of 0.4p/share and the share price is unchanged at 38p.
The space industry is undergoing a transformation like never before. Growing at an annual rate of 9%, the space economy is projected to nearly triple in value to £1.44 trillion by 2035; investors are recognising the sector as a high-growth frontier offering unparalleled opportunities. Once dominated by government initiatives, the industry is now driven by private sector innovation, making it a prime landscape for investment.
But space investment is not just about rockets and satellites. Space technology is actively transforming industries such as healthcare, agriculture, cybersecurity, and climate monitoring. The capabilities developed for space applications are now driving precision medicine, improving environmental sustainability through satellite-driven analytics, enhancing global cybersecurity networks, and enabling real-time disaster response. This convergence of space tech with traditional industries means that investors are not just backing space ventures—they’re supporting innovations that impact daily life on Earth.
For investors looking to capitalise on this momentum, Fusion Connect with Capital provides direct access to some of the most promising early-stage ventures in the space industry. This article explores some of the ventures of key entrepreneurs who will be pitching at the upcoming Fusion Connect with Capital Demo Day.
Space Technology Driving Sustainability
The sustainability sector is increasingly benefiting from advances in space technology, with satellite data and AI-powered insights enabling more efficient resource management and environmental conservation. Dilify HQ is addressing the challenges of deforestation regulation by helping businesses comply with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). By using AI-enhanced satellite imagery and analytics, they can identify rubber and wood plantations, ensuring that exporters into the UK remain compliant when trading commodities like furniture and car tyres. Their work plays a crucial role in supporting sustainable supply chains without contributing to deforestation.
Agtelligence takes a different approach by integrating space-based data with AI models to provide actionable insights for sustainable farming practices and climate resilience. “There needs to be a well-defined system to support sustainable farming and recognise the efforts of steward farmers. Real sustainability means enabling today’s farmers to make a living while ensuring they leave behind healthier, more fertile land for future generations.” –Nima Eskandari, CEO of Agtelligence.
UAP Engineering is advancing sustainability through an innovative approach to capturing greenhouse gases (GHGs) and neon, providing a potential resource for industries—including the space sector—that rely heavily on these gases. Their hardware-focused solutions align with growing investor interest in carbon capture technologies, a critical area for addressing global climate challenges. By transforming emissions into valuable resources, UAP is opening up new opportunities at the intersection of climate tech and space innovation.
Moving on to marine sustainability, Sensfish deploys space-enabled water quality monitoring solutions to support aquaculture and fisheries. By leveraging satellite technology, they provide real-time insights that help ensure sustainable and efficient seafood production, addressing food security challenges while maintaining environmental balance.
With these innovations, space is playing a crucial role in making industries more efficient, sustainable, and resilient—presenting significant investment opportunities in both the environmental and space sectors.
AI & Advanced Manufacturing Revolution
As space missions become more ambitious, the demand for precision, efficiency, and sustainability is reshaping the industry. AI and advanced manufacturing are at the heart of this transformation, unlocking new capabilities in satellite operations, production processes, and in-space infrastructure. For investors, these innovations present a unique opportunity to back high-growth ventures driving the next era of space exploration.
One company pushing the boundaries of AI-driven analytics is Stars Edge. Their technology enhances satellite mission efficiency, improves fault detection, and enables real-time space traffic management. With growing congestion in Earth’s orbit, solutions that optimise satellite performance and minimise operational risks are becoming indispensable—creating a market primed for expansion.
Revolutionising industrial 3D printing, DONAA is leveraging AI-powered defect detection to enhance production reliability and reduce material waste. Their SaaS platform ensures consistency and seamless integration, making it a game-changer for aerospace, medical, and high-precision manufacturing. Backed by the Regional Talent Engines programme, the company is setting new benchmarks in sustainable industrial production.
Meanwhile, the future of deep-space exploration depends on reducing reliance on Earth-based supply chains. Pan Galactic is pioneering in-space manufacturing, developing autonomous production systems that will lower mission costs and accelerate the commercialisation of off-world industries. Their work is a critical step toward making long-term space habitation and exploration commercially viable.
These breakthroughs are not just improving the efficiency of space operations—they are transforming entire industries. From aerospace and defence to high-value manufacturing, AI and advanced production technologies are creating lucrative investment opportunities. As the space economy accelerates, those who invest in these frontier innovations will be well-positioned to shape the next wave of industrial and commercial expansion beyond Earth.
Why Invest in the UK Space Sector?
The UK has firmly established itself as a global leader in space technology, attracting 17% of global private capital investment in the sector since 2015—second only to the United States. With the global space economy projected to nearly triple in value to £1.44 trillion by 2035, the UK’s growing influence presents a compelling opportunity for investors seeking high-growth ventures.
Government support plays a crucial role in driving this momentum. Initiatives like the £1.4 billion National Space Fund and the UK Space Agency’s strategic investment in satellite technology, AI-driven space analytics, and launch capabilities are positioning the UK at the forefront of commercial space innovation. The country is home to a thriving startup ecosystem, with major hubs like the Harwell Space Cluster, which hosts over 100 space-focused companies, and Scotland’s fast-growing space industry, which is expanding its role in satellite manufacturing and commercial space activities.
Beyond traditional satellite communications, the UK is investing in space-based cybersecurity, in-orbit manufacturing, and Earth observation technologies, all of which have applications in industries ranging from agriculture and logistics to climate monitoring and autonomous navigation. Companies like OneWeb, Space Forge, and Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) are leading these developments, backed by both public and private investment.
For investors, this means access to high-growth companies, all within a market experiencing accelerated investor interest and confidence.
Discover the Next Big Opportunity at Fusion Virtual Demo Day
While this article highlights a selection of ventures transforming sustainability, AI, and advanced manufacturing, several other companies will also be pitching at Demo Day, showcasing innovations in additional high-growth sectors. This further underscores the vast potential of space technology beyond traditional applications.
The Fusion Connect with Capital Demo Day offers investors exclusive access to the next generation of high-growth space ventures. Over the past six months, 11 cutting-edge UK startups have refined their business models and investment propositions under the guidance of experienced fund managers, angel investors, and industry experts. Now, they are ready to present their innovations and secure the funding needed to scale.
Delivered by Entrepreneurial Spark, a leading accelerator with a proven track record of supporting high-growth ventures across multiple industries, Fusion Connect with Capital is designed to help space entrepreneurs progress towards investment completion. Taking place on 4th March 2025 (10am – 12:30pm GMT), this curated showcase provides a unique opportunity to explore commercially viable ventures backed by expert coaching.
What to Expect:
Exclusive access to pre-vetted, high-potential ventures
Live pitches from founders disrupting the space industry
Insights from early-stage fund managers, angel investors, and sector experts
Opportunities to connect with others investing in advanced space technologies
With the UK space economy expanding rapidly, Fusion Connect with Capital provides a direct gateway to ventures strategically positioned for scale.
Register to attend Fusion Virtual Demo Day here. More information about the programme and participating ventures is available at Fusion Connect with Capital’s website.
