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At the University of Surrey, a small team of engineers is turning an ambitious nanosatellite mission into reality in record time, thanks to a ready-to-use GomSpace Platform Kit. By consolidating procurement with a single supplier, the Surrey-led JUPITER programme gained immediate access to pre-tested subsystems, allowing professors, mentors, and students to shift focus from component hunting to hands-on mission design and execution.

Coordinating with the Universities of Portsmouth and Southampton, Surrey is developing the DESPATCH satellite as part of the Jovian-1 mission, with launch targeted for May 2025 and a clear goal: to grow the next generation of space engineers through practical experience in cutting-edge nanosatellite technology. This case study explores how the partnership with GomSpace enabled rapid progress under tight deadlines, reduced administrative and technical friction, and created a more efficient, impactful satellite lab environment.