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UK Space Agency
Space Industry
Spacex
United Kingdom
Spaceport Cornwall
Space-Based Solar Power
Space Regulation
Space Solar
Space Communications
Space
Space Sustainability
Satellite Applications Catapult
United Kingdom Space Sector
PFAS
London Financial Sector
Orbital Data Centers
Astroscale UK
Orbital Debris/major Incidents
European Space Agency
Space As Critical National Infrastructure

Interested in the business of space? Dr Alice Bunn, former-international director of UK Space Agency and now president of UKspace, helps you identify investment opportunities, cut through policy and regulation, assemble your supply chains and get stuff done.

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How can a malleable, plant-based bio-leather grown off-grid in Scotland transform under extreme heat into an RF-transparent, rock-like ceramic shield? What does Draconite mean for the economics of spacecraft re-entry and thermal protection systems? H... more

Does the Government's latest space strategy properly connect defence, civil policy and commercial space growth? How will the MOD and DSIT merge procurement approaches? What are the specific outcomes targeted across the four core focus areas: Satcoms,... more

How does Ploughshare turn Ministry of Defence owned R&D into commercial businesses serving wider society? Why has commercialising defence technology historically been "suboptimal," and how is the newly launched Technology and Growth Alliance (TAG) sh... more

How does the Satellite Applications Catapult evaluate and select "high-potential" space ventures? What role does commercial matchmaking, tech validation, and international growth strategy play in scaling startups into global leaders? How can the UK s... more

What really happened at Spaceport Cornwall after the 2023 Virgin Orbit launch? Why, from an operational and regulatory standpoint, was the failed mission actually a success? How can spaceport infrastructure and segregated airspace be repurposed for h... more

What does "dual-use" technology truly mean? What happens when academia, industry, and government join forces at an institution like NESST? What connects the London Olympics and the MoD’s Skynet satellite system? And are policy and legal hurdles holdi... more

Does the UK still have its adventure spirit? With other countries getting the jump on UK launch, can the nation take advantage of the pathway forged in Cornwall? What commercial opportunities arise when the government plays a more active role in laun... more

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Recent Guests

Alisha Fuller-Armah
CEO at Draconite
Draconite
Episode: Alisha Fuller-Armah: A story so sensational it made Alice Bunn cry
Stephanie Ayres
Head of Policy at UKspace
UKspace
Episode: The UK National Space Strategy: Groundbreaking Government commitment but no new money
Hetti Barkworth-Nanton
CEO of Ploughshare
Ploughshare
Episode: Hetti Barkworth-Nanton: Turning swords into ploughshares
Ross Hulbert
Space Engagement Lead at Spaceport Cornwall
Spaceport Cornwall
Episode: Spaceport Cornwall: From Virgin Orbit to multi-use aerospace and drone hub
Dave Moody
Director of the North East Space Skills and Technology Centre (Nesst); former Head of Space Capability at UK Space Command
Nesst; UK Space Command
Episode: Dual-Use & Working Together
Anatolii Papulov
CEO and co-founder of New Orbit
New Orbit
Episode: Unlocking Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) and how the UK becomes the global gateway
Melissa Quinn
Spaceport Cornwall lead, behind-the-scenes driver of Cornwall space initiatives
Spaceport Cornwall
Episode: The Karman Line Live in Cornwall: Bottlenecks, redundancy, Musk, Extinction Rebellion and fights over “the same 10 kids”
Caitlin Gould
Founder of Women in TEC and Girls in TEC
Women in TEC / Girls in TEC
Episode: The Karman Line Live in Cornwall: Bottlenecks, redundancy, Musk, Extinction Rebellion and fights over “the same 10 kids”
John Hudson
Chief survival instructor for the military
Unspecified military/ground operations
Episode: The Karman Line Live in Cornwall: Bottlenecks, redundancy, Musk, Extinction Rebellion and fights over “the same 10 kids”

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Alice Bunn
Host of The Kármán Line; former International Director, UK Space Agency; President, UKspace

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The UK National Space Strategy: Groundbreaking Government commitment but no new money
Q: If you're a space company listening to this, what should you be doing to get in front of this change?
Identify where your capabilities align with the four focus areas (SATCOMs, Space Domain Awareness, Launch, ISAM for in-orbit servicing, assembly and manufacturing) and seek opportunities in partnerships, especially with MOD and international programs, while focusing on delivering tangible outcomes and evidence of impact to secure contracts and funding.
The UK Defence Investment Plan (DIP) and its impact on space
Q: Where are you on it, on a scale of one to 10?
Ayres explains that while the DIP is not a dramatic, all-encompassing shift, it is a meaningful start with potential for more as programs mature, and stresses the need for continued advocacy and demonstration of value to maintain momentum.
The UK space economy: Government pivot, launch prospects and new alliances
Q: What do you think this means for the UK space sector in terms of a structural impact?
They discuss how the IPO's momentum could help attract private capital, reduce over-reliance on government funding, and push the UK toward more contract-driven growth with private sector participation, though caution is advised about ensuring a robust, sustainable pipeline of opportunities.
The UK space economy: Government pivot, launch prospects and new alliances
Q: So go on. Were you surprised?
Both guests explain that while SpaceX's IPO was not entirely unexpected given the trajectory of their aggressive capital plans, the disclosure of detailed financials and the scale of the deficit were striking and worth examining for implications on valuation and future funding needs.
Space sustainability: Turning orbital debris into a national niche
Q: Could this era provide boring, predictable revenues that scale industries, and what cross-government actions would be needed?
It could yield reliable revenues through ongoing servicing and lifecycle management of satellites. To enable this, cross-government collaboration, clear regulatory frameworks, and an ecosystem that links academia, industry, and policy will be essential to create predictable demand and reduce barriers to servicing activities.

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What is The Kármán Line about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the business of space, with a strong emphasis on policy, regulation, funding, and practical pathways to bring space activities into terrestrial markets. Episodes frequently dissect how government strategy, private capital, and international partnerships shape launch capabilities, debris management, in-orbit servicing, and space-to-Earth applications, often through expert guests from policy, industry, and research. A recurring strength is translating complex space topics into actionable opportunities for investors, startups, and policymakers, while highlighting the UK as a focal point for aligning regulation, finance, and technology to scale the space economy. Noteworthy is the mix of strategic forecasting, regulatory ex... more

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