Why This Report Is Important
- PNT Underpins UK Infrastructure: PNT systems are the invisible foundation of modern life, powering everything from transport and logistics to telecommunications, defence, finance, agriculture, and energy. This SPARK Report captures the systems and shows how they are evolving, and why PNT must be treated as part of the UK's critical infrastructure.
- Risks and Resilience: UK systems face increasing threats, and the 2025 National Risk Register highlights this evolving problem. The report lays out the different systems available to support multi-source PNT provision, and which technology is suitable for different applications.
- Technological Innovation: The SPARK Report covers key advances in quantum sensors, Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations, data fusion, authentication, and situational awareness.
- Strategic Direction for the UK: SPARK advocates for a UK Radionavigation Plan, guiding national strategy to align with global standards while catering to UK operational needs.
Who Should Read It
- Policy leaders and programme owners shaping national infrastructure and resilience strategies.
- Engineers, architects, and operators seeking up-to-date capabilities and integration pathways.
- Commercial and procurement teams evaluating future-proof, standards-compliant solutions.
- Academic researchers and technical experts interested in the latest PNT advancements.
What You’ll Learn
- The global and UK-specific landscape for PNT provision technologies, and the future direction of space, terrestrial, and local sensing systems.
- Risks, use-cases, and operational recommendations for ensuring resilient PNT in real-world contexts.
- Insights into how new technologies including quantum navigation and resilient network time, will shape the next generation of PNT services.
The SPARK Report is the definitive resource for anyone who needs to understand the current state and future priorities for PNT systems in the UK. By reading it, stakeholders will be better equipped to make informed decisions, build robust infrastructures, and deliver assured, resilient services that underpin UK prosperity and safety, and have a resource bank of comprehensive references to learn more as required.
