UK-based satellite manufacturer and operator specializing in small satellites, Earth observation, and space technology solutions.
| Founded | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | 🇬🇧 Guildford, United Kingdom |
| Region | EUROPE |
| Employees | 501–1K |
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) is a leading British satellite company headquartered in Guildford, Surrey. The company designs, manufactures, and operates small satellites for Earth observation, communications, and scientific missions, serving government, commercial, and international clients.
SSTL is known for pioneering small satellite technology and has delivered numerous missions for defense, intelligence, and civilian applications. The company operates a constellation of Earth observation satellites and provides data and services to customers worldwide.
Founded in 1985 as a spin-off from the University of Surrey, SSTL pioneered the development of small satellite technology. The company has grown to become a major player in the UK space sector, launching dozens of satellites and establishing itself as a key supplier to government and commercial customers.