<span data-lab-italic_desktop="italic" class="italic m-italic">Reg</span> readers land on ‘Binface’ as name for UK space cleanup mission

UK Space Agency readers have chosen “Binface” as their preferred name for a mission designed to remove space debris, echoing Britain’s history of playful public naming contests. The mission, led by ClearSpace UK, is intended to remove two UK-registered satellites from low Earth orbit and demonstrate the country’s ability to clear orbital debris.

“Binface” and “Binny McBinFace” led the reader poll, alongside suggestions including “Dusty Bin”, “SHART” and “Project TIDY”. The name nods to Count Binface, a novelty political candidate who came second in the 2026 Clacton by-election, with nearly 10,000 votes; Nigel Farage won by a substantial margin. The agency’s final choice is not stated.