Space Technology & Applications Theatre

A dynamic forum dedicated to exploring the latest advancements and innovations in space technology and their practical applications on Earth and beyond. This event brings together industry leaders, scientists, engineers, policymakers, and enthusiasts to share insights, foster collaborations, and inspire the next generation of space explorers.

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Tuesday 11 March

10:30

10:30 - 11:00 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Cubesat design optimisation: a detailed thermal model coupled with system power budget analysis

Lemil Cordero

Mechanical Engineer,
Maya HTT

11:10

11:10 - 11:40 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

VNX+ Small Form Factor Architecture

Javier Carnero

Field Applications Engineer,
Samtec

11:50

11:50 - 12:20 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Modelling & Simulation for the Space Industry

Nathaniel Davies

Technical Manager,
COMSOL

12:30

12:30 - 13:00 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Countdown to Disruption - The Global Space Industry Showcase

Antonio Duduianu

Project Manager,
AstroAgency

13:30

13:30 - 14:00 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Managing Digital Complexity – A Fireside Chat with Airbus and Dassault Systèmes

Scott Higgs

UK Space Lead,
Dassault Systèmes

Roy Haworth

Head of Digital Mock Up Process and Implementation,
Airbus Defence & Space

14:05

14:05 - 14:35 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Future of Propulsion in the Age of Mega-Constellations

Dr Thomas Clayson

CEO and Co-founder,
Magdrive

14:40

14:40 - 15:10 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

T&M tackling the challenges of NTN evolving on the path to 6G

Reiner Stuhlfauth

Technology Manager Wireless, Test & Measurement Division,
Rohde & Schwarz

15:15

15:15 - 16:05 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Lunar Exploration – Missions, Technologies, and Industry Trends

Jenna Rhodes-Tiwana

Senior Strategy Advisor,
ispace inc

Phil Davies

Business Development, Lunar,
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL)

Charles Cranstoun

Head of Moonlight Programme Office,
European Space Agency (ESA)

Beth Moses

Astronaut,

Prof. Bernard Foing

Executive Director,
International Lunar Exploration Working Group (ILEWG)

Nicola Pizzolorusso

Vice President Strategic Planning, Scenarios and New Initiatives,
Telespazio

16:10

16:10 - 17:10 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Why European Space Needs Its Emerging Ecosystems?

Beatrice Sabbatinelli

Director,
PwC

Stephen Airey

Head of Country Capability and Support,
European Space Agency (ESA)

Patrick Wood

SVP Space Systems UK and Space Systems Production (Europe & UK),
Airbus Defence and Space

Michal Brichta

Director of Slovak Space Office - Industry Branch,
Slovak Space Office

Wednesday 12 March

09:50

09:50 - 10:20 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Materials Finishing – The Process Formerly Known as Polishing

Richard Freeman

Managing Director,
SAG-Tek

10:30

10:30 - 11:30 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Accelerating Space Innovation: The RTO Advantage

Iain Bomphray

Director, Lightweight Manufacturing Centre,
National Manufacturing Institute Scotland

Steven Halliday

Head of Business Development & Strategy,
National Manufacturing Institute Scotland

Dr Alex Goodhand

Space Manufacturing Lead,
Satellite Applications Catapult

Pamela Smith

Vice President of Future Programmes,
AAC Clyde Space

Massimiliano Vasile

Professor of Space Systems Engineering and Director of the Aerospace Centre of Excellence,
University of Strathclyde

11:40

11:40 - 12:10 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

AI-powered space domain awareness for commercial and governmental use cases

Carlos Cerqueira

Head of Business Development,
Neuraspace

Robert Arthur

Senior Orbital Dynamics Engineer,
Neuraspace

12:20

12:20 - 13:00 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Overcoming bottlenecks in the ISAM industry: Challenges, Solutions, and the Path Ahead

Amin Chabi

Founder and CEO,
Lúnasa Space

Prof Joanne Wheeler MBE

Director, Earth & Space Sustainability Initiative and Managing Partner,
Alden Legal

Sanjeev Gordhan

General Partner,
Type One Ventures

Matt Bull

In-Orbit Regulation Lead for ISAM,
UK Space Agency

13:10

13:10 - 13:25 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Driving Global Benefits from Commercial Space through Effective Partnerships and Governance

Aarti Holla-Maini

Director,
United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA)

13:25

13:25 - 14:10 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Space Data Monetisation vs Open Access

Viney Jean-Francois Dhiri

Head of Business Development – Space Cloud Services,
D-Orbit

Sarah Macken

CEO,
Telespazio UK

Giuseppe Borghi

Head of Φ-lab Division,
ESA

Flow Collingwood

CEO,
Pan Galactic

Steven Allen

Senior Sales Manager, Government Solutions Europe ,
Iceye

14:10

14:10 - 14:40 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

High Frequency Impulse for Microgravity

John Kennett

CEO,
Physical Mind London

14:40

14:40 - 15:20 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

I never promised you a rose garden: regulating space activities without rigorous evidence

Dr Fionagh Thomson

Senior Research Fellow,
Durham University

Adam Mitchell

Climate and Sustainability Engineer (SLE-SC) Directorate of Strategy, Legal and External Affairs (D/SLE),
ESA

Dr Lily Beesley

Assistant Professor in the School of Metallurgy and Materials,
Birmingham University

Andy German

Co-Founder,
Space Professionals Partnership

15:20

15:20 - 15:50 | Space Technology & Applications Theatre

Lessons from the Edge of Space

Antonio Duduianu

Project Manager,
AstroAgency

David Mackay

Astronaut & Pilot