About NovaOrbitX
NovaOrbitX is a UK space-tech startup founded in 2025 by an aerospace engineer and EO systems specialist with over 12 years in satellite data, AI, and funded research. We transform freely available Copernicus satellite data into regulator-ready intelligence for the UK financial sector.
Why we exist
When Storm Babet struck the UK in October 2023, it caused insured losses of £450–600 million. Councils and insurers were criticised for relying on outdated flood maps. Claims handlers spent weeks on manual surveys. Banks discovered properties in their mortgage books had flooded in zones classified as low risk.
Copernicus Sentinel-1 SAR satellites had already observed all of it — within hours. NovaOrbitX was founded to bridge the gap between what satellites see and what regulators, lenders, and insurers need to act on.
The team
NovaOrbitX is founder-led, with a focused advisory board drawn from the UK space industry and academic AI research. The team is expanding during 2026 with key hires in EO engineering and commercial development.
PhD in Aerospace Propulsion, Cranfield University. MSc in Space Mission Analysis & Design, University of Glasgow. Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering at Teesside University. FHEA. Over 12 years spanning EO systems, AI-driven climate analytics, and funded research including delivery of a £350,000 Smart Shipping programme. Leads NovaOrbitX's technical vision, product development, and space industry partnerships.
Over 20 years in the global space industry, including senior commercial roles at Orbex, RHEA Group, Telespazio VEGA UK, and CGI. Chairs the North East Space Leadership Group. Now leading his own space sector consultancy. Advises NovaOrbitX on commercialisation strategy, investor readiness, and space sector partnerships.
AdvisorAssistant Professor, Central University of Jharkhand. PhD Bournemouth University. MSc University of Glasgow. Four filed patents in computer science and communication. Former Samsung India. Winner IIM Kozhikode National Start-up Competition 2016. Advises on AI model architecture, API design, and scalable systems integration for NovaRisk™.
AdvisorNovaOrbitX is in active discussion with leading UK academic researchers in satellite image processing, AI systems, and network science. Research partnership agreements are being finalised for 2026. Details will be announced on confirmation.
Company information
Incorporated July 2025. Registered in England and Wales. Company No. 16577194. Registered office: 20 Wenlock Road, London, England N1 7GU.
Engaged with the Satellite Applications Catapult for technical mentoring and business support, and Digital Catapult for AI and data innovation. Active participant in the UK space innovation ecosystem.
Active engagement with Teesside University (AI/ML research and talent pipeline), Satellite Applications Catapult (technical mentoring), and Digital Catapult (data innovation).