Towards a Space-Powered Economy - BASS Conference to take place in Harwell in November

Date: 25-26 November 2024
Venue:  Conference Centre, European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications (ECSAT), Harwell, Oxfordshire, UK

 

 

*** Registrations for this event are now CLOSED. *** 

 

 

Did you know that the European Space Agency (ESA) has already supported hundreds of SMEs working to transform our society? With a focus on our urban spaces and the natural environment, this conference is your opportunity to join that list of innovators using space to transform life on Earth.

What do our future cities look like? How can we address the greatest environmental challenges of today? How will innovations in space applications change society?
As we move towards a space-powered economy, discussing challenges and collaborating across sectors becomes central to developing innovative solutions. 

ABOUT THE EVENT

Towards a Space-Powered Economy is a conference focusing on using space and space technologies to tackle the multiple challenges facing our societies, from climate change and urban growth to the energy transition and protecting the environment.
The event will centre on harnessing the power of space to encourage cross-sector collaboration, sharing innovative financing solutions, and integrating sustainability with economic growth in a space-powered economy. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

You’ll meet those companies who have completed transformative projects and the clients whose problems they are solving {and who could be your next customers}. You’ll also meet investors who want to back you to work on this, and rub shoulders with space experts from ESA’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) programme.
During the conference you can expect:

• Inspiring Discussions: The event will bring together dynamic start-ups, innovators, investors, research institutes and industry leaders from diverse sectors to discuss smart cities and the bioeconomy.  
• Support for Innovative Solutions: Companies will pitch and exhibit state-of-the art space-enabled solutions, while ESA the European Space Agency will outline the opportunities offered by BASS’ financial, technical and business support.  ESA experts will be on hand to offer advice and guidance on funding and project delivery
• Important Collaborations: Participants will take part in critical discussions on sustainable innovation using space. Collaborations and partnerships will be formed through networking on a European scale.
• Networking opportunities: Take time to meet key players from across the smart cities and bioeconomy sectors. Join us at our Gala Dinner at the Bodleian Library, Oxford.

AGENDA

 

Day 1: 25 November 2024

14:00 - 14:45	Arrival and Registration
	Lisa Burke, Master of Ceremonies and Moderator for the day
14:45 - 15:00	Welcome Address
	Dr Nick Appleyard, Head of Applications and Solutions Department, European Space Agency
15:00 - 15:15	Working with ESA to Develop Space Solutions for the Rail Sector
	Gareth Hartwell, Director Consulting Services, Space Data Platforms and Applications, CGI Download presentation
15:15 - 15:30	Ovinto's ESA Journey
	Frederick Ronse, Founder & CEO, Ovinto
15:30 - 17:10	Company Pitches
	Judging Panel
	Kemil Thomas, Principal Partnerships Manager, UCL Innovation & Enterprise
	Simon Atkinson, Advisor - Venture Building, Prototypes for Humanity
	Agata Bendik, Senior Programme Manager, Plug & Play
	Rita Rinaldo, Head of Applications, Studies and Projects Division, European Space Agency
17:10 - 17:25	What it Takes to Win Major Pitches
	Ian Forbes, Managing Partner for Europe and the Middle East, The Artemis Partnership Download presentation
17:25 - 17:30	Wrap-up Day 1
19:00 - 22:00	Gala Dinner at Bodleian Library, Oxford

Day 2: 26 November 2024

08:15 - 09:05	Networking Breakfast
	Lisa Burke, Master of Ceremonies and Moderator for the day
09:05 - 09:15	Welcome Address
	Rita Rinaldo, Head of Applications, Studies and Projects Division, European Space Agency
09:15 - 09:30	Keynote Speech
	Dr Josef Aschbacher, Director General, European Space Agency
09:30 - 10:15	Panel Discussion 1
	Space for Positive Social and Environmental Impact - what are the great environmental and social threats of today and how can space-based applications address them?
	Panellists
	Dr Eva Schmid, Head of the Hydrogen & Synthetic Energy Carriers Department, German Energy Agency (DENA)
	Tadeu Baldani Caravieri, Director, Prototypes for Humanity
	Ulrike Hinz, Senior Policy Advisor, Climate and Energy, WWF
	Luis Romahn, CEO, World Urban Parks
	Dr Nick Appleyard, Head of Applications and Solutions Department, European Space Agency
10:15 - 10:45	Networking Coffee Break
10:45 - 11:00	Keynote Speech
	Géraldine Naja, Director of Commercialisation, Industry and Competitiveness, European Space Agency
11:00 - 11:45	Panel Discussion 2
	Partnerships and Collaboration to Enable Space-based Services - how can partnerships support the development and uptake of space-based services?
	Panellists
	Charles Frémont, UEFA Innovation Hub Manager, UEFA
	Cheryl Hicks, Senior Advisor, United Nations CEO Water Mandate
	Mark McGranaghan, Fellow, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
	Susanna Sieff, Sustainability Director, International Ski and Snowboard Federation
	Davide Coppola, Head of Space Applications Initiatives Section, European Space Agency
11:45 - 12:00	SnowPower's Role in Energy Innovation: a Fireside Chat with ENEL and EOMAP
	Ester Donnini, Innovation of Global Energy and Commodity Management & Chief Pricing Officer, Enel Global Trading S.p.A.
	Eva Haas, Head of Strategic Accounts, EOMAP
	Moderator: Asimina Syriou, BASS Energy Lead, HE Space for the European Space Agency
12:00 - 12:25	Networking Coffee Break
12:25 - 12:30	New BASS video launch
12:30 - 13:15	Panel Discussion 3
	Space for Competitiveness and Economic Growth - what is the value of space for non-space economic sectors and how can space-based services drive growth in Europe?
	Panellists
	Fiorangelo Salvatorelli, Managing Director, Alantra Global Technology Fund
	Shuxiu Zhang, Head of Space Applications and Data, UK Space Agency
	Rita Rinaldo, Head of Applications, Projects and Studies, European Space Agency
	Moderator: Oliver Morton, Briefings Editor, The Economist
13:15 - 14:30	Lunch and Exhibitor Show and Tell
14:30 - 14:45	Maritime Wind Propulsion Solutions
	Gavin Allwright, Secretary General, International Windship Association Download presentation
14:45 - 15:00	Pitch Award Ceremony
15:00 - 15:45	Panel Discussion 4
	Space for Safe and Resilient Operations - how can robust communication and satellite connectivity support reliable and sustainable services on Earth?
	Panellists
	Laurent Jaffart, Director of Connectivity and Secure Communications, Head of ECSAT, European Space Agency
	Erick O'Connor, Telecoms Technical & Commercial Advisor, Department for Transport
	Dr Valerie Chu, Director Value Proposition and Strategy, Viasat
	Richard Cameron-Webb, Enterprise Architect, National Energy System Operator (NESO)
	Rita Rinaldo, Head of Applications, Projects and Studies, European Space Agency
15:45 - 16:00	Conclusion and Closing Remarks
	Dr Nick Appleyard, Head of Applications and Solutions Department, European Space Agency
16:00 - 16:30	Networking Drinks
	5G Hub tour, led by the 5G team at ECSAT (spaces strictly limited, please pre-book at registration)

 

 

 

 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Innovation and technology leads from businesses of any size who have yet to see how space can help them thrive 
• Representatives from the public and/or private sectors interested in cooperating with ESA in the development and demonstration of space solutions 
• SME and startup owners looking to grow their businesses
• Businesses interested in finding out how space can help transform lives and habitats in our urban and natural environments 
• Investors, technology developers and academics from across Europe looking to discover new opportunities and form important connections 
• Scientific communities and environmental organisations interested in exploring opportunities around smart cities and environmental resilience.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

At this event you will be able to:

• Find out how space is supporting the green transition around our urban spaces and natural environment
• Find out how ESA funding works and how to apply for your own project
• Meet the experts who are leading multiple projects in support of smart cities and environmental protection
• Network with key players from the space and non space sector
• Talk with investors