Event Date: 12 March 10:30 – 12:30
Event Location: Space-Comm Expo 2025, Excel, London
Event Duration: 2 hours

 

Join Satellite Applications Catapult for an engaging workshop that brings together experts and stakeholders from across the space and non-space sectors to explore the transformative potential of In-orbit Servicing and Manufacturing (ISAM).

Featuring thought-provoking presentations, interactive activities, and a timely debate on defence in space, this session is designed to inspire cross-sector innovation and deepen technical understanding. Whether you are a seasoned space professional or new to this emerging market, this workshop offers invaluable insights and opportunities.

 

Agenda:

10:30am – 10:40am: Welcome and Introduction from Nasreen Dhanji

10:40am – 10:55: Keynote Presentation from Mike Curtis-Rouse – ISAM as an Enabler for Non-Space Industries: ISAM is transforming both space and terrestrial industries by enabling scalable, cost-effective infrastructure. This session explores ISAM’s potential across key sectors, from pharmaceutical advancements in microgravity to in-orbit materials manufacturing and space tourism. Attendees will gain insight into how ISAM fosters cross-sector collaboration and unlocks new business opportunities beyond aerospace.

10:55 – 11:35: Panel Discussion – How ISAM can Address Industry Challenges

11:35 – 11:50: Keynote presentation from Portia Bowman: Sustaining the Future: ISAM’s Role in a Circular Space Economy

11:50 – 12:25: Panel discussion: How do we make the UK a World Leader in ISAM

 

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