State of European companies like Arianespace, Vega, Isar Aerospace, Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), and Orbex. Competitor Companies: SpaceX, Rocket Lab, ILS, Firefly and other planned systems.
The role of earth observation in urban planning, defense, mining etc. Leveraging small satellites to monitor climate change and deforestation. Supporting space-based solutions for sustainable agriculture, energy, and resource management. Innovations in green propulsion systems to minimize environmental impacts.
Covered in this session: Issues such as orbital debris and long-term space sustainability through initiatives like ESA’s Clean Space and Zero Debris Charter. Implementation of Space Traffic Management policies for collision avoidance and debris monitoring. Spectrum Management
Reducing reliance on non-European space infrastructure Current efforts to reduce reliance on non-European space infrastructure for communications, navigation, and launch services. Navigating ESA, EU, and national regulatory frameworks IRIS² – contribution to enhance European connectivity and sovereignty. The roles Galileo and Copernicus play to solidify Europe’s independent space capabilities.