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* From now until 17 January 2025, you can watch re-runs of the December edition of 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 for free, which brought together experts and stakeholders to explore leveraging financial mechanisms for sustainable space debris clearance solutions. Discussion Topics: - Sizing the Issue for 2050 - Gaps in Insurance and Solutions - The Role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) - The Potential Role of Hong Kong's Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS) Market The live event was held at HKU as part of the 𝗜𝗔𝗔 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗶𝘀 & 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. The lunch event was sponsored in part by HKU’s Laboratory of Space Reseach (LSR) and 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲-𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 was provided by AsiaSat Media Technology — AMT Limited. Keynote: Mr. david piesse, Chairman and Global Insurance Lead for Vulcain AI Moderator: Mr. Eric Schaap, CEO & Founder of RiskSpace.ai Panellists: 。Dr. David Lu DONG, Founder & CEO of NQP Forces Promoting Soc. 。Mr. Allen Ying Lun Fung, Managing Director of Valiance Hong Kong Limited Host: Mr. Perry Lam, Executive Chairman of OASA You can access the on-demand video at https://𝙊𝘼𝙎𝘼.𝙤𝙘𝙜𝙡.𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚) 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘. Enter a valid email address and you will receive the code in 1-2 minutes. #OASA #LSR #HKU #SpaceDebris #Sustainability #NewspaceEconomy #Newspace #SpaceBiz2025 #SpaceBiz #HongKong —- 🚀 Follow this link to learn more about the January edition of 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀: https://lnkd.in/guZTPvXx) Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/gJBMyXNA) ✨

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🚀 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 (𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱) — 𝙇𝙚𝙩'𝙨 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙀𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙝’𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙎𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙏𝙚𝙘𝙝 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙥𝙨, 𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙪𝙚, 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙝, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙖𝙡 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙩𝙝. You are cordially invited to join our upcoming 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 event, with details set out below: 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 18 January 2025 (Sat) 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 9:45 am to 12:00 noon (GMT+8) (Log-in early and sit tight, showtime is 10:00 am) 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁: Zoom only — with support provided by AMT Limited (www.asiasatmt.com); followed by networking lunch for Hong Kong participants. 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲: English REGISTER NOW ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gJBMyXNA) 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆: OASA 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝘀: 。Free for OASA Members 。Non-Member: HKD 100 to join for online attendance. Moderator: Eric Schaap, CEO & Founder of RiskSpace.ai Panellists: 。Hashizume Takumi, Managing Director and Head of the Space Innovation Office within the Sustainable Business Division at MUFG Bank, Ltd., 。Ivan Lee, Investor in decarbonisation and disruptive technologies (CAIA, SCR), and 。Antonio Stark (Kangsan Kim), International Business Strategist and Space Policy Consultant. This session will explore the critical role of industrial applications on Earth in sustaining #SpaceTech startups and the ambitious Moonshot programme. Grounding SpaceTech innovations in practical, terrestrial industries ensures a steady revenue stream and accelerates technological advancements. By leveraging space-derived technologies in areas such as manufacturing, energy, and environmental monitoring, startups can achieve financial viability while contributing to broader economic growth. This synergistic approach not only enhances the resilience of space ventures but also fosters a dynamic ecosystem where innovations in space and on Earth mutually reinforce each other, propelling both sectors forward. Notes: 1. This event, to be conducted via Zoom, is open to the general public. There will be a nominal 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗲𝗲 of HK$100 for non-OASA members; online access fee is waived for current OASA members with valid membership status. 2. Hong Kong participants are welcomed to join a networking lunch at their own expense (~HK$350 per person). Spaces are limited; early registration is recommended to secure your spot. 3. Non-members must provide payment on or before 13 January in order to receive a link to attend the talk. Those who have paid but are unable to attend will be given access to the recording. For enquiries, please contact us at info@oasahk.org. #NewspaceEconomy #Newspace #Newspace2025 #OASA #SpaceBiz #HongKong —- 🚀Click here to sign up now: https://lnkd.in/gJBMyXNA) ✨

🚀 #SDS2024 — The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) recently reported that a fragment of space debris, identified as a separation ring from a rocket, fell from the sky and landed in Mukuku Village, Makueni County, on 30 December 2024. The piece of metal is 2.5 meters in diameter and weigh over 500 kg — roughly the weight of a grand piano. The KSA has assured the public that the object poses no immediate threat to safety and is currently under investigation. This incident highlights the growing concern over #SpaceDebris and the need for international cooperation and stricter regulations under international space law to prevent such occurrences. #OASA #AAIL #APSCC #EPFL #GSOA #HKU #IAA #LSR #SIAIndia #UNOOSA #GSSHub #SpaceDebris #SpaceSustainability

🚀 On 2 January 2025, Federation of Hong Kong Industries (FHKI, 香港工業總會) released a research report titled “𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗼𝗻𝗴” — Download the report: https://lnkd.in/g44JBmZf) Conducted by teams from City University of Hong Kong the report provides an in-depth analysis of global #Newspace economy trends and Hong Kong’s participation opportunities. The report suggests that Hong Kong should develop ten industry sectors, including satellites, drones, and sensors, and proposes policy recommendations to enhance education and cross-sector collaboration. FHKI Chairman, Mr. Steve Chuang (莊子雄) emphasised Hong Kong’s unique advantages in developing the space economy. He urged the government to formulate relevant industrial policies to leverage Hong Kong’s research foundation, transforming aerospace research capabilities into part of ‘new industrialisation,’ and exploring broader business opportunities in the space economy. The report recommends focusing on ten sectors: satellite-related industries and services, drone-related industries, sensor technology and IoT applications, precision and lean manufacturing, robotics technology, new materials science, precision agriculture and urban farming, ecological management and environmental technology, space law and international dispute resolution, and space-related corporate financing services. Hong Kong is well-positioned to participate in the Newspace economy, with top universities, strong engineering faculties, strategic location near Hainan satellite launch facilities, and status as a major financial centre. The report calls for strengthening cross-sector collaboration, enhancing interdisciplinary research, optimising university curriculum design, and increasing internship opportunities. Strengthening cooperation and talent exchange with the Greater Bay Area is also crucial. The Government should also provide incentives to encourage corporate R&D and collaboration with academia, and improve laws and regulations to optimise the business environment. — 🚀 Come join the conversation by attending OASA’s first 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 in 2025. Follow this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gXQYy5g3) and click here to sign up now: https://lnkd.in/g6utvQ-s) ✨

We begin… Some tough questions to ponder as we go forward: 1. What will our unskilled workers be doing to earn a living in the #NewSpace economy? 2. In what ways can Hong Kong be the protocol and standard’s interface between the Mainland and the rest of the world? 3. How can we help the tycoons in Hong Kong re-invent this city in preparation for this next innovation wave? 4. How to lower the risks for investors and those not conversant with #innovation and afraid of change? 5. Where are the ‘low-hanging’ fruits? What business can we start? Where are our talents? Where will investors come from? Thoughts? Join OASA and start your own Spacebiz Dialogue. #FHKI #oasa #cityu #hongkong #Newspace #china #YMP #spacebiz

* This list, which was shared by David Hoantee Peng, MIM, MGM Space Leadership, Business, Policy, would make good topics for future 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀, including: 。#3 (Al/ML integration in space systems), 。#5 (Growth in space-based manufacturing), 。#8 (Breakthroughs in space-based solar power), 。#9 (Expansion of Earth observation services) and 。#10 (Emergence of on-orbit servicing industry) Let us know if you can suggest suitable speakers for these topics. Drop us a line at info@oasahk.org. — 🚀 Support OASA by signing up for our first 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 in 2025. Follow this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gXQYy5g3) and here to sign up one: https://lnkd.in/gJKaJD-r) ✨

🚀 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 (𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱) — 𝙇𝙚𝙩'𝙨 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙀𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙝’𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙎𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙏𝙚𝙘𝙝 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙥𝙨, 𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙪𝙚, 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙝, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙖𝙡 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙩𝙝. You are cordially invited to join our upcoming 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 event, with details set out below: 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 18 January 2025 (Sat) 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 9:45 am to 12:00 noon (GMT+8) (Log-in early and sit tight, showtime is 10:00 am) 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁: Zoom only — with support provided by AMT Limited (www.asiasatmt.com); followed by networking lunch for Hong Kong participants. 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲: English REGISTER NOW ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gJBMyXNA) 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆: OASA 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝘀: 。Free for OASA Members 。Non-Member: HKD 100 to join for online attendance. Moderator: Eric Schaap, CEO & Founder of RiskSpace.ai Panellists: 。Hashizume Takumi, Managing Director and Head of the Space Innovation Office within the Sustainable Business Division at MUFG Bank, Ltd., 。Ivan Lee, Investor in decarbonisation and disruptive technologies (CAIA, SCR), and 。Antonio Stark (Kangsan Kim), International Business Strategist and Space Policy Consultant. This session will explore the critical role of industrial applications on Earth in sustaining #SpaceTech startups and the ambitious Moonshot programme. Grounding SpaceTech innovations in practical, terrestrial industries ensures a steady revenue stream and accelerates technological advancements. By leveraging space-derived technologies in areas such as manufacturing, energy, and environmental monitoring, startups can achieve financial viability while contributing to broader economic growth. This synergistic approach not only enhances the resilience of space ventures but also fosters a dynamic ecosystem where innovations in space and on Earth mutually reinforce each other, propelling both sectors forward. Notes: 1. This event, to be conducted via Zoom, is open to the general public. There will be a nominal 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗲𝗲 of HK$100 for non-OASA members; online access fee is waived for current OASA members with valid membership status. 2. Hong Kong participants are welcomed to join a networking lunch at their own expense (~HK$350 per person). Spaces are limited; early registration is recommended to secure your spot. 3. Non-members must provide payment on or before 13 January in order to receive a link to attend the talk. Those who have paid but are unable to attend will be given access to the recording. For enquiries, please contact us at info@oasahk.org. #NewspaceEconomy #Newspace #Newspace2025 #OASA #SpaceBiz #HongKong —- 🚀Click here to sign up now: https://lnkd.in/gJBMyXNA) ✨

🚀 #SDS2024 — Ms. Most Farjana Sharmin presented a paper on 'Competition in LEO and its Possible Consequences for Newcomers or Aspiring Space-Faring Countries (Focused on South Asia)' at the recent 𝗜𝗔𝗔 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗶𝘀 & 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 hosted by The University of Hong Kong. A native of Bangladesh, Ms. Sharmin is a final-year PhD student at South Asian University in India. #OASA #AAIL #APSCC #EPFL #GSOA #HKU #IAA #LSR #SIAIndia #GSSHub #SpaceDebris #SpaceSustainability

🚀 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 (𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱) — We are pleased to announce that Mr. Eric Schaap will serve as moderator for the upcoming 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 on 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀. (Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gpVhJTdJ) Mr. Schaap is the CEO and Founder of RiskSpace.ai. With 25 years of experience across Europe and Asia, he specialises in client risk management, risk data strategies, and insurer growth initiatives. As the CEO and founder of the company, Mr. Schaap is committed to bringing transparency to the risk tech market, enabling corporate buyers to make informed decisions about technology solutions tailored to their unique needs. Throughout his career, Mr. Schaap has driven #innovation in risk and data strategies, particularly in operational risk management. He has led insurer growth strategies and corporate analytics and innovation projects at Aon, where he played a pivotal role in shaping market entry strategies and deploying advanced risk management tools. With expertise spanning enterprise risk management (ERM), regulatory capital modelling, and risk capital optimisation, Mr. Schaap also advises family offices on strategies to optimise capital allocation while addressing dynamic and emerging risks, such as climate exposures. At the helm of RiskSpace.ai, Mr. Schaap focuses on linking the evolving risk landscape with cutting-edge tech solutions. The company’s flagship thought leadership report bridges the gap between risk volatility and actionable technology insights, providing corporates with the tools to optimise risk management and decision-making. Passionate about fostering innovation and collaboration, Mr. Schaap continues to be a leading voice in the risk tech and risk capital community. #APNewspaceCommunity #NewspaceEconomy #Newspace #Newspace2025 #OASA #SpaceBiz #HongKong —- 🚀 Follow this link to learn more about the January edition of 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗕𝗶𝘇 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀: https://lnkd.in/guZTPvXx) Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/gJBMyXNA) ✨