£9 Million Space Technology Facility Opens in Keighley, West Yorkshire
What happened
A new space technology facility, Space Test North, has been established in Keighley, West Yorkshire, backed by a £9 million investment. This centre will be the first radio frequency and environmental testing facility for the space sector in the North of England. The University of Bradford played a key role in securing the investment. The University and Keighley College will receive 25 per cent of the facility’s time for research, development, and training.
From keighleynews.co.uk
Why it matters
The facility is expected to strengthen the region’s reputation for space innovation and advanced manufacturing. MPG Europe noted that the decision to invest was influenced by the region’s growing space community. This development provides unique access to cutting-edge facilities for the University of Bradford.
A new facility has been established in the town centre of Keighley.
From keighleynews.co.uk
Who's involved
- West YorkshireThe metropolitan and ceremonial county where the new facility is located.
- KeighleyThe town in West Yorkshire where the Space Test North facility is based.
- BradfordThe city whose university contributed expertise to the project.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- KeighleySpeculative
Keighley might see increased investment in the local economy due to the £9 million facility.
- West Yorkshire Combined AuthoritySpeculative
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority might see increased investment in advanced manufacturing and space innovation.
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The entities involved
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West Yorkshire
metropolitan and ceremonial county in England, UK
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Keighley
town and civil parish of the City of Bradford in West Yorkshire, England
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