Babcock International Group joins the Space Data Association

The Space Data Association (SDA) has announced the addition of Babcock International Group to its membership. Babcock, a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company, provides critical engineering support and secure communication solutions to enhance defence capabilities and maintain critical assets. Babcock, through its consortium Team Aurora, manages the UK Ministry of Defence’s Skynet military satellite communications system in partnership with SES, Intelsat, and LuxGovSat. The company is a key provider of secure communications to the UK military, playing a pivotal role in maintaining operational effectiveness.

The Space Data Association is an international organisation dedicated to improving satellite flight safety by sharing operational data and promoting best practices for space use. Its members include major satellite communications operators and remote sensing organisations, all working collaboratively to ensure the safety and sustainability of the space environment.

Joe Chan, Chairman and Executive Director of the SDA, welcomed Babcock’s membership, stating:

"We’re delighted that Babcock is joining the Space Data Association. We are aligned in our interests to ensure a controlled, reliable, and efficient space environment. Babcock’s membership will further strengthen our ability to achieve this shared aim." Neal Misell, CEO of Babcock’s Mission Systems business.

Neal Misell, CEO of Babcock’s Mission Systems business, emphasized the importance of safe space operations, saying:

"Babcock is committed to creating a safe and secure world by ensuring critical services and assets are readily available and future-proofed. Joining the SDA will help us maintain the safety of the Skynet satellite constellation and contribute to improving the security of the space environment for all civil and defence users." About the SDA

The Space Data Association Limited (SDA) is a non-profit international association of satellite operators focused on controlled, reliable, and efficient sharing of data essential to the safety and integrity of the space environment. Open to all satellite operators, the SDA includes many of the world’s leading satellite communications companies as well as key scientific, remote sensing, and environmental satellite system operators.