« It’s an honour and a privilege for me to be supporting SolarStratos, an ambitious and fascinating project. My previous job led me to visit the stratosphere on many occasions, but each time it took the power of a fighter aircraft engine to get me there – nowhere near as majestic a solution as what you’re planning to do. I experienced many unforgettable moments up there. Years later, I’ve been lucky enough to be able to go higher still. And that’s why I’m happy to lend my full support to your courageous initiative, combining as it does modernity and romance, and giving the nay-sayers pause for thought. »