In a context of growing geopolitical tension, space is becoming increasingly contested. Following the publication of the EU Space Strategy for Security and Defence, this session will discuss key challenges and opportunities to its implementation, highlighting the vital role of space in strengthening the resilience of the Union and its Member States and safeguarding our collective security and defence.
Description
Agenda
Moderation: Guillaume de la Brosse, Head of Unit Innovation & New Space - Space defence, DG DEFIS - European Commission
Keynote Speech: Laetitia Cesari, University of Luxembourg
General Isaac Crespo Zaragoza, Chief of the Spanish Spatial Command
Faucoup Pierre, Chief Space and Defense Business Officer, The Exploration Company
Markus Moeller, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer, Member of the Executive Board of OHB SE
Rafal Modrzewski, CEO of ICEYE
Concluding remarks: Philippe Bertrand, EU Space Programme Security Accreditation Board Chair
Speakers
Head of Unit for Innovation and New Space – Space defence
European Commission - DG DEFIS
Chairman of the Security Accreditation Board of the EU Space Programme
EUSPA SAB
Researcher
University of Luxembourg
CEO & Co-Founder
ICEYE Oy
Chief Space and Defense Business Officer
The Exploration Company
Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer
OHB SE
Chief of the Spanish Space Command
Spanish Air and Space Force