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The Satellite Applications Catapult has announced the appointment of John Abbott as its new Chief Executive Officer. Set to begin his position at the end of October, Abbott will be succeeding Stuart Martin, who announced his intention to step down earlier this year. The decision was made following a formal recruitment process led by Sanjay Bhandari, Chair of the Satellite Applications Catapult Board.

Previously serving as the Chief Digital Officer at the Real Estate Registry in Saudi Arabia, Abbott played a crucial role in the establishment of the Kingdom’s first-ever land ownership registry. This endeavor was achieved through a public-private partnership with the support of the Public Investment Fund. Abbott also brings a wealth of experience from his time as the Director of Digital Data and Technology at HM Land Registry, where he successfully led a £200 million digital transformation program. Additionally, he spearheaded the organization’s open innovation program, Digital Street. Abbott’s previous roles include Head of Digital Products at Ordnance Survey and Product Director at Mimecast.

Sanjay Bhandari expressed his enthusiasm in welcoming Abbott to lead the Satellite Applications Catapult during its next phase of development. Bhandari spoke highly of Abbott’s expertise in geospatial technologies, his experience in guiding large organizations through digital transformation projects, and his dedication to supporting the startup community. As the UK Space Sector continues to grow, the Catapult’s support remains crucial.

In response, Abbott expressed his excitement about the opportunity to shape the success of the entire space industry as the new CEO of the Satellite Applications Catapult. He acknowledged the exceptional work carried out by Stuart Martin and the team over the last decade and emphasized his commitment to building upon the Catapult’s well-respected position in the industry. With a strong team and a clear mission, Abbott looks forward to the achievements that lie ahead.

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