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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of implementing a hyperloop transport system through the High Speed Two project.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of implementing a hyperloop transport system through the High Speed Two project.
Hyperloop is at an early stage of development and significant technological challenges have to be overcome before an operational system can be constructed and carry passengers.
In 2017 the Department for Transport’s Science Advisory Council (SAC) published a position statement on Hyperloop which noted that “because of the scale of the technical challenges involved, an operational Hyperloop system is likely to be at least a couple of decades away.” Officials in the Department continue to monitor Hyperloop research very closely. They do not believe that there have been any developments in the last three years that might cast doubt on the SAC’s 2017 assessment.
The Department for Transport conducted a detailed investigation last year into the feasibility of constructing a high-speed Maglev link in the UK. Its conclusion was that whilst Maglev is a promising technology, there are still several obstacles which, at present, put it at a disadvantage compared to high speed rail.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment his Department has made of the potential merits of the (a) maglev and (b) hyperloop transport systems; and if he will make a statement.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment his Department has made of the potential merits of the (a) maglev and (b) hyperloop transport systems; and if he will make a statement.
Hyperloop is at an early stage of development and significant technological challenges have to be overcome before an operational system can be constructed and carry passengers.
In 2017 the Department for Transport’s Science Advisory Council (SAC) published a position statement on Hyperloop which noted that “because of the scale of the technical challenges involved, an operational Hyperloop system is likely to be at least a couple of decades away.” Officials in the Department continue to monitor Hyperloop research very closely. They do not believe that there have been any developments in the last three years that might cast doubt on the SAC’s 2017 assessment.
The Department for Transport conducted a detailed investigation last year into the feasibility of constructing a high-speed Maglev link in the UK. Its conclusion was that whilst Maglev is a promising technology, there are still several obstacles which, at present, put it at a disadvantage compared to high speed rail.
In Europe’s largest space innovation competition this year, the UK took the top prize and four major awards. We have been one of the leaders in, and most successful exploiters of, space technology, and it is vital that this support continues. In particular, can the Minister confirm that the European Space Agency is entirely independent and not an EU organisation, and that our membership of and participation in ESA will continue, as will the UK’s involvement in space research?
In Europe’s largest space innovation competition this year, the UK took the top prize and four major awards. We have been one of the leaders in, and most successful exploiters of, space technology, and it is vital that this support continues. In particular, can the Minister confirm that the European Space Agency is entirely independent and not an EU organisation, and that our membership of and participation in ESA will continue, as will the UK’s involvement in space research?
Absolutely. The UK space industry, in which I understand my right hon. Friend’s husband has played an important part, is a global success story, leveraging our best talent to deliver highly innovative products and services every year. We want a UK space industry that captures 10% of the global market by 2030, creating 100,000 new jobs. The UK will remain a member of the ESA, which is not a part of the EU. The ESA’s next ministerial council is being held in Lucerne today, attended by my hon. Friend the Minister for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation.
What representations the Government has received from the science and technology sector on priorities for its negotiations on the UK leaving the EU.
What representations the Government has received from the science and technology sector on priorities for its negotiations on the UK leaving the EU.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what assessment he has made of allegations that Russian companies have broken curbs on technology exports. - (Holding answer 25 February 1999).
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what assessment he has made of allegations that Russian companies have broken curbs on technology exports. - (Holding answer 25 February 1999).
To ask the President of the Board of Trade, if the Minister for Science and Technology has invited (i) British scientists, (ii) scientific organisations and (iii) companies to contribute to the content of the Millennium Dome.
To ask the President of the Board of Trade, if the Minister for Science and Technology has invited (i) British scientists, (ii) scientific organisations and (iii) companies to contribute to the content of the Millennium Dome.
If he will list the schools which have applied to his Department in the latest bidding round for technology, language, arts and sports school status. - Includes table.
If he will list the schools which have applied to his Department in the latest bidding round for technology, language, arts and sports school status. - Includes table.
Statement announcing publication of the 1995 Forward Look of Government Funded Science, Engineering and Technology and the Report of the Technology Foresight Steering Group. - Copies in the Library. Including fact that announcing today a foresight challenge. (Ref room;Research Sc 351.855).
Statement announcing publication of the 1995 Forward Look of Government Funded Science, Engineering and Technology and the Report of the Technology Foresight Steering Group. - Copies in the Library. Including fact that announcing today a foresight challenge. (Ref room;Research Sc 351.855).
If he has considered an application for an exhibition relating to women in science, engineering and technology to be displayed in the Upper Waiting Hall.
If he has considered an application for an exhibition relating to women in science, engineering and technology to be displayed in the Upper Waiting Hall.
Statement on the allocation of the science budget. - Includes figures and ref to 253 c754W.
Statement on the allocation of the science budget. - Includes figures and ref to 253 c754W.
What discussions he has had with the DTI on funding of space science. (Failed OPQ)
What discussions he has had with the DTI on funding of space science. (Failed OPQ)
If he will list the expenditure of SERC and PPARC on space science over the past 10 years, distinguishing between the amount required for ESA expenditure and that required for domestic expenditure and giving the estimated outturn for the current year; and what other departments or research councils have provided...
If he will list the expenditure of SERC and PPARC on space science over the past 10 years, distinguishing between the amount required for ESA expenditure and that required for domestic expenditure and giving the estimated outturn for the current year; and what other departments or research councils have provided...
Statement on teaching company scheme. - Inc figs and fact that recent interdepartmental review in Library.
Statement on teaching company scheme. - Inc figs and fact that recent interdepartmental review in Library.
Statement on distribution of the science budget in 1994-95. - Inc table and ref to Allocation of the Science Budget 1994-95 in Library.
Statement on distribution of the science budget in 1994-95. - Inc table and ref to Allocation of the Science Budget 1994-95 in Library.