11/7/2025
The FY2026 Department of Defense budget proposes $179 billion for research, development, testing, and evaluation. It is the largest R&D investment in U.S. defense history and a clear commitment to advancing the technologies, systems, and human capabilities that will define national security in the years ahead. Blue Abyss is part of that future.
Posted in Commercial | Robotics | Offshore | Energy | News | Marine | R&D | Space
19/6/2025
When it comes to space operations, it’s easy to focus on the hardware: rockets, habitats, spacecraft. But in reality, success in this field hinges just as much on experience, precision, and the right guidance. Behind every project is a chain of decisions that shape its feasibility, safety, and scientific value.
Posted in Commercial | People | R&D | Space
2/5/2025
Blue Abyss announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Sonardyne International Ltd., a world leader in underwater navigation, positioning, and sensing technologies.
Posted in Commercial | UAV/ROV/Submersibles | Offshore | Energy | Diving | Marine
11/4/2025
Blue Abyss and NovaCorp Aerospace sign Pioneering MOU to enable variable-g sports and entertainment activities through parabolic flights.
Posted in Commercial | News | R&D | Space
22/1/2025
In an exciting move for the commercial space sector, Blue Abyss has signed a Space Act Agreement with NASA’s Glenn Research Center.
Posted in Commercial | Energy | News | Space
10/12/2024
Blue Abyss is delighted to announce its successful selection as a recipient of match-funding from The Crown Estate’s Supply Chain Accelerator Fund.
Posted in Commercial | UAV/ROV/Submersibles | Offshore | Energy | News | Marine
15/9/2024
As humanity enters an exciting new era of human spaceflight, it is more important than ever for organisations to invest in world-class astronaut training and selection. Blue Abyss is ready to support your organisation in building a world-class astronaut training programme.
Posted in Commercial | Space
7/8/2024
The SportsLand Summit, held at the Cleveland Browns Stadium on July 25th, 2024, brought together thought leaders and innovators dedicated to maximising health and performance at the extremes of human capability, including Prof. Simon Evetts, PhD FRAeS, Blue Abyss R&D Director.
8/7/2024
Blue Abyss has received a $1.8 million one-time investment from the Ohio Capital Budget, to support the development of its centre in Brook Park, Ohio.
Posted in Commercial | News
8/1/2024
Cornwall, UK-based, extreme environment research, development and training company, Blue Abyss has completed the purchase of 12 acres of land in the city of Brook Park, Ohio.
Posted in Commercial | Robotics | UAV/ROV/Submersibles | Offshore | Energy | Diving | Events | News | Marine | R&D | Space
19/12/2023
Join Blue Abyss CEO, John Vickers, as he reflects on the achievements of 2023 and shares Christmas wishes from the team.
Posted in Commercial | UAV/ROV/Submersibles | News | People | Space
8/10/2023
Blue Abyss founder and CEO, John Vickers attended the 74th International Astronautical Congress in Baku, presenting at The Space Operations Symposium.
20/3/2023
On Friday 17 March, Blue Abyss CEO, John Vickers visited the Office of the Mayor of Brook Park to sign an agreement to purchase 12 acres of land on which the company plans to build its $235m extreme environment research, development, and training centre.
Posted in Commercial | News
21/12/2022
Blue Abyss CEO, John Vickers, presents an update, special thanks and Christmas wishes from the whole team at Blue Abyss.
Posted in Commercial | News | People | Space
5/4/2022
Cornwall, UK-based, extreme environment research, development and training company, Blue Abyss, and international microgravity and air-launch services provider, 0-G Launch have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the aim of collaborating on launching micro-gravity experience and training missions from the UK.
Posted in Commercial | News | Space
11/2/2022
Cornwall-based, extreme environment research, development and training company, Blue Abyss, has announced the appointment of Dr Nigel Packham to its advisory board.
Posted in Commercial | News | People | Space
19/12/2021
A detailed update, special thanks and Christmas wishes from Blue Abyss CEO, John Vickers.
Posted in Commercial | Robotics | UAV/ROV/Submersibles | Offshore | Energy | Diving | News | Marine | People | R&D | Space
2/6/2021
"Cornwall is not the first location we have considered, but it is where we plan to call 'home'." CEO John Vickers explains why now, in Cornwall is the 'right time, right place' for Blue Abyss.
Posted in Commercial | News
2/6/2021
The world’s biggest and deepest pool for testing the latest subsea technology, helping advance subsea robotics and even training astronauts is being planned in Cornwall. Blue Abyss, a £150 million facility which has the support of British astronaut Major Tim Peake, will be the world’s leading extreme environment research, test and training centre serving the offshore energy, marine, defence and space sectors.
Posted in Commercial | Robotics | UAV/ROV/Submersibles | Offshore | Energy | Diving | News | Marine | R&D | Space
22/4/2021
CCCL have come on board to support the Blue Abyss project as one of the key consultants covering procurement, commercial and programme management services.
Posted in Commercial | News
25/2/2021
As we look towards a post-COVID-19 and post-Brexit future, we share our plan for the future of deep sea and space innovation and exploration.
Posted in Commercial | News | R&D
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