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IoM 'doing great things' for global space industry

Group says Manx companies playing key role in programmes

An Island organisation believes the Isle of Man is 'doing great things' for the global space industry.

Back in July, the Isle of Man signed up to the Artemis Accords.

They're part of NASA's Artemis programme, which aims to increase space exploration and improve peaceful relations with world nations on space activities.

In the same month, business giants Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos separately took part in journeys past the edges of the Earth's atmosphere.

Chris Stott is the founder and now non-executive chairman of Mansat Group.

He says Manx companies are playing key roles in space programmes:

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