3 Ps in a Pod

Recorded during the P3C conference in Dallas, Texas, the team explore some of the reasons behind what was in their eyes “the most positive conference yet”.They consider:Major project and pipeline announcements in a variety of statesCalls for more reflection on existing projects to build the evidence base and ensure a sustainable market in the futureOngoing challenges, from labor shortages to renewed fears over the future of private activity bonds

What did the Space-Comm Expo conference and exhibition tell us about connecting space and wider business? How does this manifest as tech connectivity in telecoms and why do farmers care about that? What did we learn about the benefits of extreme cold in manufacturing laboratories and why do pharmas care about that? How vulnerable are global logistics to the spoofing of navigation signals? And why is the UK government centralising space strategy in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology? Join Alice and Jonners as they reflect on the UK space sector’s largest trade event and the “energy, diversity and …sheer scope of what this industry has to offer”. Contributors:Alice Bunn, President of UKspace Dr Alice Bunn OBE FIMechE FRAeS CEng | LinkedInUKspace: Overview | LinkedIn Jonathan Daves, The Karman LineJonathan Daves | LinkedIn Subscribe to The Karman LineApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-k%C3%A1rm%C3%A1n-line/id1876605462Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qED4CgdRDxfKKzYNKZCIH?si=lZ-I4a19SPGLAJL-dHi4DQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKármánLineUKKey topics covered:Space-Comm Expo, London, March 2026Conference overviewSector integrationInsuranceCustomer utilityGovernment roleFuture outlook Technological advancements· Telecoms· Manufacturing Defence and security· Satellite capabilities· Current threats

Paul Jarvis speaks with his old boss, now the founder and head of the Global Council for Operational PPPs (GCOP), as she explains the organisation’s purpose and her reason for creating it.They also discuss:The industry’s reaction to GCOP - 6:30Overcoming operational challenges in practice - 19:30Expiry, handback and variations - 23:40

Listen to industry experts discussing the way in which PPP investors can take advantage of the emerging space sector.Listen to the full episode of The Karman Line on:Apple podcasts: https://lnkd.in/et93pVJC Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ekZH2C4h

Michael Shapiro is a veteran of the P3 industry: a professional civil engineer with 46 years of experience in business development, operations and project execution. Having worked with both the public and private sectors over his extensive career, he has now taken that knowledge and written it down to help others learn from his experiences.He speaks to the P3 Bulletin team about what prompted the book, some of the key themes within it, and what he hopes it can achieve. He also discussesUpskilling the public sector - 13:50How can a new authority establish its place in the market? - 18:16Guarding against a ‘set it and forget it’ approach - 21:30Keeping the cash flowing during a project’s progress - 24:50To read an in-depth overview of the book, click here.

Following the launch of the P3 Report Card, P3 Bulletin editor Paul Jarvis joins the GIIA’s US advisor, David Quam, and director of corporate affairs Simon Montague for a conversation exploring some of the key findings of the report, considering where is hot and where there is more work to be done.The conversation covered:Why we commissioned the reportWhich states excelledSome of the surprising discoveriesTo read the Report Card, click here.

As of 2026, the UK space industry is a significant and strategic driver of the national economy, contributing over £19 billion in revenue and supporting tens of thousands of high-skilled jobs. Satellite-based services and data underpin roughly 18% of UK GDP, equivalent to approximately £454 billion of the wider economy. And the sector is growing exponentially.But this is just the tip of the iceberg. For the space industry to fully realise its potential it needs more of the right people to understand what’s happening and get involved. People like policy makers, investors, regulators, planners, communicators, lawyers and consultants.Dr Alice Bunn, the president of UK Space, and her panel of guests, Sam Alden co-CEO of Space Solar, Nick Shave managing director of Astroscale and Anushka Sharma founder of Naaut, discuss the surprising, awe inspiring business of space and make the compelling case for why more companies and investors should get involved. Contributors:Host:Alice Bunn, President of UKspace Dr Alice Bunn OBE FIMechE FRAeS CEng | LinkedInUKspace: Overview | LinkedInGuests:Nick Shave, Managing Director of AstroscaleNick Shave FRAeS | LinkedInAstroscale: Overview | LinkedInSam Adlen, CEO of Space SolarSam Adlen | LinkedInSpace Solar: Overview | LinkedInAnushka Sharma, founder of NaautAnushka Sharma | LinkedInNaaut: About | LinkedInKey topics covered:Impact of Space on Everyday LifePractical ApplicationsEnvironmental MonitoringGlobal SecuritySustainability and Innovation in OrbitSpace DebrisManufacturing in MicrogravitySpace-Based Solar PowerEconomic and Regulatory LandscapeCost ReductionInvestment and FinanceRegulation and PolicyThe Future of Space ExplorationNew PlatformsAcademic Contribution

Meridiam partner and chief executive for North America, Nicolas Rubio, speaks to Jonathan Davies about the growing diversification of the P3 sector - and the challenge of turning pipelines into projects.Rubio also discusses:Rising demand for contractorsNew opportunities in the sectorProgressive P3sImproving permitting

Haymarket is launching the Kármán Line, the only channel dedicated to the UK space industry.Whether you're an investor, innovator, lawyer or scientist, if you want to keep up to date with this fast moving, full-of-potential sector listen to our interviews with the leading figures. In this first one Dr Alice Bunn, former-international director of UK Space Agency and now president of UKspace, joins the show.More to come. Subscribe here.