Blue Abyss has submitted plans for a space training pool at Cornwall Airport, Newquay, and signed a Space Act Agreement with NASA to collaborate on research and development for space environments. The pool will be used to simulate training in low Earth orbit, cis-lunar, lunar, and Martian conditions.
Blue Abyss has applied for planning permission to build the pool on a 10-acre site at the Aerohub Enterprise Zone at Cornwall Airport, Newquay.
A Blue Abyss spokesperson said the signing of the Space Act Agreement marked an "important step in the future of commercial space training and research". They added: "Nasa and Blue Abyss will collaborate to explore innovative solutions for training and conducting research that addresses challenges in low Earth orbit, cis-lunar, lunar and Martian environments."John Vickers, chief executive at privately-owned Blue Abyss, said: "As we develop next-generation infrastructure, including our proposed facilities in the US and UK, it helps position the UK as a significant player in the space sector.
He also said it supported "industry growth, consultancy, training, and infrastructure development that will attract international clients and foster innovation within the UK space industry".Ross Hulbert, head of engagement at Spaceport Cornwall, added: "We'd like to extend our huge congratulations to everyone at Blue Abyss on their new partnership with Nasa's Glenn Research Center.
"This collaboration not only showcases their incredible capabilities but also solidifies the UK's role in advanced space and subsea training."Charity suspends activities due to funding crisis
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