An alternate universe story and world building exercise set in the past, present and future Britain.
Year: 2292
“Not long now ‘till another shift is finished” said Brigan to his colleagues.
“You’re wishing your life away with that attitude, Brig” replied Portia.
“And what a life it is, cleaning up dust, dirt and rats from a dead billionaire’s vanity project” Mark shouted from further down the tunnel.
The three of them started to laugh, just as Gaz appeared from around the corner.
Continue reading “11.0 – The Magline Four”…It is unfortunate that UK Space Instruments only became a household name through the Villaverde Disaster. The company has had a rich history starting pre-World War 2 and has participated in some of the most exciting space projects that have existed…
– The History of Space Exploration (TV series)
| Name: | UK Space Instruments |
| Type: | Aerospace |
| Founded: | 2045 (after acquisition of Space Instruments PLC) |
| Formerly: | UK Space (1970) Bramley Family Aviation (1932) |
UK Space Instruments (UKSI) is a British aerospace company. It was formed in 2045 after the acquisition of Space Instruments PLC by British aerospace company, UK Space. UKSI aims to supply the national and global space industry with high precision parts for all space related hardware. It is the second largest exporter of space related goods in the United Kingdom and has supplied parts for both private and national projects in countries across every continent.
Continue reading “After Dark – 4 – UK Space Instruments – 1 – General Information”Year: 2235
It was getting dark as Mick joined the others in the Lion Group HQ. Everyone was gearing-up in their all-black uniforms, usually reserved for undercover operations, which he supposed this was going to be. The GC called over to Mick telling him to get ready for the full mission briefing in 10 minutes.
Continue reading “6.0 – Mick Hanson”They told us it wasn’t practical to build that deep. Told us a magnetic railway was impossible. Well today, ladies and gentlemen. I bring you the impractical. I bring you the impossible.
– Ken Griffin, CEO – Griffin Technologies
Initial proposals for a high-speed transport network in London were dismissed. There wasn’t enough space to gain great speeds between stations and people believed the London Underground, with suitable upgrades, would be capable of significantly increased capacity.
Continue reading “After Dark – 2 – Magline – 2 – Pre-construction History”Continue reading “After Dark – 1 – Magline – 1 – General Information”The greatest innovation ever seen in terrestrial transportation. London, once more the envy of the World, is leading a new technological revolution.
– AI News article on the Magline
Sunsets on Britannia 