ClearSpace UK plans robotic satellite-cleanup mission
By The BriefBrief
ClearSpace UK is developing a robotic spacecraft with large claws to capture dead satellites and move them toward Earth's atmosphere. The UK is putting about $81 million into the project, with a launch from Scotland planned for 2029.
WHO:ClearSpace UK
WHAT:ClearSpace UK is developing a robotic spacecraft to capture dead satellites and move them toward Earth's atmosphere.
WHEN:Reported Oct 25, 2026 at 8:54 AM ET
WHERE:Scotland, UK
WHY:The spacecraft is intended to remove dead satellites from orbit.
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