Mangata Networks announces new space engineering, manufacturing, and operations hub in Prestwick
Summary
December 6th, 2022, Glasgow, UK -- Mangata Networks, an innovative satellite-enabled cloud services company, has announced it has chosen Scotland as the location for its research & development activities as well as satellite manufacturing, space systems and core network operations.Over the coming few years, up to 575 new jobs will be created as part of Mangatas state-of-the-art engineering and operations hub for satellite manufacturing and operations at the Prestwick International Aerospace Park in Ayrshire. That drive is at the core of our shared values and mission.Mangatas new facility will produce and test more than 24 medium class satellites every three months, becoming a significant focal point and asset for the Scottish and UK space sectors as well as a centrepiece for technology and innovation. We very much look forward to working with them and seeing the many benefits they bring to our local communities, beginning with hundreds of jobs.This really is fantastic news as Mangata is exactly the kind of company we want to attract to South Ayrshire. This will create high value jobs and exciting future careers for our young people, particularly in STEM-related opportunities, but also in wider support roles.The Council has now secured approval for a significant investment programme to deliver commercial workspace at Prestwick. Targeted co-ordinated investment throughout the region will act as a powerful catalyst to stimulate growth, resulting in increased job opportunities and prosperity for Ayrshire, for Scotland, and for the UK as a whole.