Imagine you are standing in a pitch-black room, firing rubber balls in every direction. Some will hit surfaces that bounce them straight back at you...
Space missions demand sensors that work in brutal conditions. Cameras go blind in direct sunlight or complete darkness, and, as demonstrated in the video below, LiDAR systems confused by dust particles. Radar just keeps going.
Warfare is being redefined. As the UK’s 2025 Strategic Defence Review (SDR) outlines, rapid advances in technology and changing conflict dynamics are transforming both the threat and the way nations need to respond. A new Cyber and Electromagnetic (CyberEM) Command and a commitment of £1 billion to develop a ‘Digital Targeting Web’ to link UK armed forces’ weapon systems underlines this fundamental shift in defence strategy.
The grounding incident involving the MSC ANTONIA serves as a clear reminder of the critical need for resilient navigation systems in the maritime sector. As GNSS jamming and spoofing become more frequent, particularly in high-risk regions, vessels must be equipped with systems that can maintain accurate positioning even when satellite signals are compromised, explains Freddy Saunders, Senior Data Scientist at Plextek.
With the successful completion of Phase 2 of the mission CLEAR, led by in-orbit servicing company ClearSpace, we are proud to announce our pivotal role in achieving the major technological milestones that bring the mission closer to reality.
As the next era of lunar exploration begins, the tools we use to guide spacecraft and ensure safe landings are becoming just as important as the missions themselves.
Meet Vicky Larmour, a new addition to the Plextek team. Vicky recently joined Plextek as Senior Vice President of Engineering, bringing over 30 years of experience in tech consultancy and leadership. With a strong background in wireless systems and a passion for team engagement, she’s focused on driving innovation while keeping people motivated and supported. Find out more about Vicky below:
Exploring how the integration of 5G/6G technologies with satellite networks is transforming global connectivity through Non-Terrestrial Networks and Direct-to-Device communication.
Richard Jacklin, Commercial Business Development Lead at Plextek, discusses the next frontier in space debris detection state-of-the-art mmWave radar technology
As industries push the boundaries of global connectivity, the integration of 5G and drive towards 6G with satellite and space-based networks is unlocking new opportunities. Kevin Cobley, an expert in this evolving field, shares his insights on the challenges and innovations shaping the future of non-terrestrial networks (NTN).
In this article Scott Armstrong, Senior Partner at edenseven, outlines the importance of thinking long-term when it comes to integrating sustainability into your business plan, and the three principles companies should follow to ensure this.
In this article, Tom Burton, Partner at Cambridge Management Consulting for Cyber Security, outlines an approach to leveraging Artificial Intelligence which balances its transformative power with safety, security, and authenticity.
In the wake of a recent rise in high-profile cyber attacks, the need for cyber insurance has never been more important. Over recent months, major UK retailers have fallen victim to increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks.
In this article, Duncan Clubb, Senior Partner for Data Centres, Edge & Cloud at Cambridge Management Consulting, explores the behind-the-scenes data centre investments being made to accommodate the boom in AI uptake.
In this article, Tom Burton, Partner for Cyber Security at Cambridge Management Consulting, outlines the importance of startups and scaleups investing in their cyber defences while still in their early stages.
In this article, Anthony Aarons, Associate for AI, Risk & Governance at Cambridge Management Consulting, explores the importance of properly regulating AI's potential, and the differing approaches made by various governing bodies.
In this article, Pete Nisbet, Managing Partner at Cambridge Management Consulting, outlines the importance of integrating sustainability strategies into your business model in order to drive value, revenue, and investment.
