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Meet the Founding Associations Behind SPACE AISBL 🌟 Five pioneering organizations have come together to establish SPACE AISBL, an association committed to fostering research and development for competitive space systems across Europe. Here's what makes each founding association unique and how they contribute to this vital partnership: 🚀 Eurospace: A longstanding advocate for space industry development, Eurospace plays a critical role in linking the European space community with major bodies like ESA and national space agencies. Their work ensures that industry insights inform policy and strategic direction. 🌍 SME4SPACE: Representing the voice of Space SMEs, SME4SPACE facilitates access to space programs and supports the participation of SMEs in ESA and EU initiatives. Their extensive network boosts collaboration and innovation among Europe’s small and medium-sized enterprises. 🔬 ESRE: The Association of European Space Research Establishments pools expertise from leading public research centres across eight countries, advancing joint R&D and enhancing the global competitiveness of Europe’s space sector. ESRE’s collaborative model tackles grand societal challenges through targeted research efforts . 🛰️ EASTRO: This association unites 15 RTOs from 11 countries, collectively driving forward breakthroughs from satellite subsystems to quantum tech and climate solutions. With thousands of experts and significant R&I investment, EASTRO exemplifies how research can fuel economic growth and societal impact. ✈️ EASN: Bringing together academia from across Europe, EASN supports cutting-edge aerospace research and technology. Its 300 members are affiliated with major universities, making it a key driver of innovation, knowledge-sharing, and breakthrough tech in the aerospace field. Why This Partnership? By uniting their unique strengths, these five associations formed SPACE AISBL to drive strategic research and innovation for Europe’s space ecosystem. This collaboration is at the core of the Global Competitive Space Systems (GCSS) co-programmed partnership with the European Commission. Together, we’re enhancing the European supply chain’s competitiveness and shaping future-ready space systems. Join us in our journey and follow this page for more information! #EuropeanSpace #Innovation #ResearchPartnership #SpaceAISBL #Collaboration #R&D #SpaceStrategy ASD-Eurospace SME4SPACE Association of European Space Research Establishments (ESRE) EASTRO EASN - European Aeronautics Science Network

Introducing Space AISBL 🚀 We’re thrilled to launch our official LinkedIn page! Founded by five key associations in the space sector - ASD-Eurospace, SME4SPACE, Association of European Space Research Establishments (ESRE), EASTRO, and EASN - European Aeronautics Science Network - Space AISBL was established to unify our voices and efforts in the rapidly evolving space landscape.  Our mission? To structure and enhance the activities within the recently initiated Globally Competitive Space Systems (GCSS) Co-Programmed Partnership with the European Union, which began on October 1, 2024. What do we stand for? Our association represents the diverse tapestry of the upstream space community - from large entities and midcaps to SMEs, research organizations, and academic institutions. Together, we are committed to fostering collaboration and innovation in the space sector. The SPACE AISBL Founding Members currently represent >60% of the supply chain, read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/e82bJ8cB Our Objectives: At Space AISBL, we aim to: 1. Promote and facilitate upstream research for competitive space systems in line with the scope and objectives of the Memorandum of Understanding which was signed in September. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e9VAyDKx 2. Focus on advanced technologies and systems that bolster the competitiveness of the European supply chain Commercial Earth Observation Solutions, Commercial Telecommunications Solutions, New Space Transportation Solutions Follow this page to receive all updates concerning this exciting Partnership.  Together, we can create a brighter future for the European space community! Stay tuned for updates, insights, and opportunities to engage with us. Let’s reach for the stars! 🌟 #SpaceAISBL #SpaceInnovation #GLOCS3 #GCSS #Collaboration #ResearchAndTechnology #EuropeanSpaceSector 

The History of Space AISBL and the Partnership 🚀 As we continue to build our presence on LinkedIn, we want to take a moment to reflect on the history of Space AISBL and the exciting partnership we've formed to boost the competitiveness of the space sector. Since our founding by five associations - ASD-Eurospace, SME4SPACE, Association of European Space Research Establishments (ESRE), EASTRO, and EASN - European Aeronautics Science Network we have been dedicated to creating a unified voice for the upstream space community. Our mission took a significant step forward with the establishment of the “Digitalisation for Commercial Space Solutions” Partnership, which began its activities in June 2023. What is this Partnership about? The Partnership aims to enhance competitiveness in three key areas: 1. Commercial Earth Observation Solutions 2. Commercial Telecommunications Solutions 3. New Space Transportation Solutions Our focus spans both space and ground segments, ensuring a holistic approach to these technology areas. Do you want to learn more about what happened already, for example or the 2025 calls? Read here: https://lnkd.in/eMq5g9Ud As we work towards the 2026, and 2027 calls, we are now initiating consultations to gather insights from European Space entities. Your input is invaluable in shaping the future of these initiatives! Get Involved now!  We invite you to participate in our upcoming workshops, where you can share your views and contribute to the discussions: November 14th, 9:00 – 13:00: New Space Transportation Solutions (including Ground Segment) November 15th, 10:00 – 17:00: Commercial EO/Satcom Solutions (including Ground Segment) Registration is free! Don’t miss this opportunity to engage and make your voice heard. Sign up now at the following link: https://lnkd.in/erCfyepp Together, let's shape the future of the European space sector! 🌟 #SpaceAISBL #Digitalisation #SpacePartnership #Workshops #Innovation #EuropeanSpaceSector

🚀 Exciting news from New Zealand's Space MP Judith Collins. Minister Collins will be taking the stage at the Space Symposium in the US this week, shining a spotlight on New Zealand's rapidly growing presence in the global space sector. With more than 10,000 attendees from around the world, this event is an opportunity to showcase New Zealand's trade interests and burgeoning companies. The Minister is poised to highlight the many advantages that New Zealand offers for space-related businesses. New Zealand is home to the world's only fully private orbital launch site, and ranks among the busiest launch countries globally. Ahead of the trip, she said: “New Zealand is an attractive place for space-related business. I will use this visit to promote our advantages, including geography, clear skies, infrastructure, skills, a nimble regulatory regime and the ease of doing business here." Minister Collins will also promote how New Zealand's expanding space industry intersects with defense, science, innovation, and technology. During her visit, the Minister will engage with New Zealand tech businesses based in Colorado, exploring potential collaborations and opportunities across advanced technologies. The NZUS Council looks forward to hearing more from the Minister following her US visit. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/g2fQzBdE #SpaceSymposium #NewZealandSpace #EconomicGrowth #InnovationLeadership #BilateralRelations #NZUSRelationship #Business

🚀 Workshops Recap: Paving the Way for Europe’s Space Future! Last week, we hosted two impactful workshops that brought together the brightest minds in the space sector. These discussions are shaping the trajectory of Europe’s space capabilities—today and for the decades to come. New Space Transportation Solutions: A Leap Towards Innovation The New Space Transportation Solutions workshop brought together experts to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing the space transportation industry. As the demand for space access grows, digital solutions and industrialized development are key to reinforce European capacity to access Space. To meet future transportation demands, we need to rethink not only how we access space but also how we operate within it. Innovation and a continued collaboration is the key to overcoming challenges and driving the breakthroughs that will define the next era of space transportation. Commercial EO/Satcom Solutions: Digitalization and Secure Communications The Commercial EO/Satcom Solutions workshop served as the starting point for European Commission and Space sector dialogue to shape Europe’s Earth Observation (EO) and Satellite Communications (SatCom) strategy. As we move towards a digitally integrated future, the ability to handle massive amounts of data seamlessly and securely is paramount. The conversation also highlighted the need for advanced data solutions to support the ground segment and enhance secure communications. These discussions set the stage for transformative changes in how we monitor, communicate, and interact with space infrastructure. Why Are These Workshops So Important for the Space Sector? These workshops are not just about solving current issues—they’re about shaping the future. They provide a unique opportunity for you to: 🌟 Shape Strategy: Your insights will influence Europe’s space roadmap, ensuring it meets the demands of the next generation of space technology. 🌍 Drive Global Competitiveness: Your contributions help define priorities and ensure European space systems remain at the forefront of global competition. 🤝 Build Partnerships: These events create opportunities to connect with key players, from academia, Research & Technology Organisation to Industry, forming the collaborative networks necessary to tackle complex challenges. 💡 Stay Ahead of the Curve: With emerging trends and cutting-edge technologies discussed at every turn, these workshops keep you informed and ready to innovate. #SpaceInnovation #FutureOfSpace #NewSpace #EO #Satcom #SpaceTransportation #Digitalization #SecureCommunications #EuropeanSpace #WorkshopRecap #Innovation #Collaboration ASD-Eurospace SME4SPACE Association of European Space Research Establishments (ESRE) EASTRO EASN - European Aeronautics Science Network

What an incredible 2 days at the inaugural UK IOSM conference! I thoroughly enjoyed MCing the first day. Sincere thanks to all attendees, speakers, and the UK Space Agency for their invaluable support. Key takeaways for me: The UK government's commitment to IOSM through policy, regulation, and funding is steadfast. Space sustainability must be at the heart of future activities to protect our planet. While exploring Mars is exciting, protecting our orbital environment through international collaboration is crucial. We need to think in terms of capabilities, use cases, and engaging narratives beyond just technology. Enthusing the next generation is vital, as they will build the future space economy. The potential applications of space are exceptionally exciting, extending well beyond typical contexts. I'm excited to see how Satellite Applications Catapult Beyond Earth Mission can help to drive the IOSM market forward, supporting with TRL Advancement, Policy, Risk and Regulation, Commercialisation and Demonstration infrastructure.

Why the Research and Innovation (R&I) Strategy Matters for the European Space Sector 🚀 The Research and Innovation (R&I) Strategy is crucial for ensuring that Europe remains globally competitive in the rapidly evolving space sector. By establishing a clear roadmap for the 2025-2027 period, the strategy focuses on critical domains such as telecommunications, commercial Earth observation, and new space transportation systems. Concentrating efforts in these areas helps Europe reduce production costs, foster new industrial processes, and accelerate time-to-market for advanced space technologies. This roadmap is designed to tackle global competition head-on by prioritising end-to-end systems and cutting-edge technologies, ensuring that European space solutions remain innovative and competitive. It also aligns with efforts to improve launch competitiveness by 2030 and supports the development of more flexible, cost-effective space transportation services. Why Participate in Consultations?  By contributing to the consultations, you directly influence the future of Europe’s space policy. Your insights are vital in shaping a strategic plan that reflects the needs of the entire space value chain, ensuring that European space systems are well-positioned for global leadership. 🗓️ Upcoming Workshops: November 14th, 9:00 – 13:00: New Space Transportation Solutions (including Ground Segment) November 15th, 10:00 – 17:00: Commercial EO/Satcom Solutions (including Ground Segment) Get Involved Now – Registration is free and available here: https://lnkd.in/erCfyepp Follow along! Follow our LinkedIn page to stay up to date on events, published documents and more. #Innovation #EuropeanSpace #R&I #SpaceStrategy #SpaceConsultations #Digitalisation #SpaceAISBL #Workshops ASD-Eurospace SME4SPACE Association of European Space Research Establishments (ESRE)EASTRO EASN - European Aeronautics Science Network

Strengthening global space collaboration. We are proud to announce that Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, in partnership with the European Space Agency - ESA and the National Centre for Space Studies (Centre National d'Études Spatiales/CNES), has taken a significant step in advancing international collaboration in the space sector. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and a Letter of Intent (LOI) have been signed with Japan’s cross U, an open innovation platform founded by @Mitsui Fudosan. The agreements, signed during Nihonbashi Space Week, demonstrate the commitment of all parties to ensure a collaborative and sustainable space industry. Through these partnerships, cross U will enhance connectivity across the Japanese and European space sectors, opening new avenues for joint research, innovation, and expansion. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eJkN6SSt Monika Zemla Barbara Ghinelli David Williams STFC Mitsui Fudosan #innovation #space #collaboration #spacecluster #spaceinnovation #globalcollaboration #spaceexploration

Space and non-Space converge at Munich New Space Summit 🚀 ⛰️ This year`s Munich New Space Summit was once again a successful opportunity for important conversations and collaborations for representatives from governments, private companies and individuals to redefine the space economy 🏆. In different panel discussions, top experts from industry, academia, policymaking, and program making gave insight into challenges and potentials of the space sector 🚀. Exploring the convergence of space and non-space industries, Prof. Andreas Knopp from #SeRANIS and Chair of Signal Processing at the University of the Bundeswehr Munich, confidently moderated as well as took part as panelist about secure connectivity solutions. For Teodora Secara, ESA, and Luigi Scatteia, PwC France, space should be an enabler for other industries, since seamless integration serves as a key to reach other sectors. For Oliver Wick, space is inspiring for integration in future architecture. Following Clemens Kaiser, RIVADA, space can provide a solution to secure connectivity, though for Dr. Eva Schmid, mainstream industry has little awareness of (the real vulnerability of) space 💡. Andreas points out, once industry is aware of the importance of space, the capacity won`t be enough to satisfy all needs and e.g. to link up all cars 🚘 🚗 anymore ... His summary, that there is still a long way to go 🌌 “to get other industries into the team” and get space into daily life, met with great approval of the other panelists. #Spacesummit #Secureconnectivity #NewSpaceeconosphere #UniBwM #Satellitemission #Innovation 🛰️ -------- SeRANIS -------- 🛰️ SeRANIS (Seamless Radio Access Networks for Internet of Space) is the first and only small satellite mission in the world to provide a publicly accessible multifunctional experimental laboratory in orbit. 🚀 Launch: 2026! dtec.bw is funded by the European Union – NextGenerationEU  

Lately, it seems like you can’t go more than two days without hearing about a space conference. Like space-based services themselves, space conferences of all flavors are becoming ubiquitous and the tools of choice for collaboration and industry legitimacy. While each forum claims to be the most essential for advancing our global space efforts, there is only one conference that has the pedigree to walk the walk in meeting the demands of the new space era: The International Astronautical Congress (IAC). A product of the Cold War, the IAC began in 1950 with only 20 space enthusiasts from 8 countries seeking to establish an international conversation about space and to avoid the terrible lessons learned from WWII. 75 iterations later, it remains a vibrant venue for all things space. The backbone of the IAC is the International Astronautical Federation, an entity currently consisting of 513 organizations from 77 countries. It's a diverse group that brings international space agencies, universities, professional associations and societies, industry, R&D organizations, and museums together each year at the IAC. The IAC is the broadest space gathering there is and, if you are a sincere advocate for space and its power to change the course of human history, then this conference should be at the top of your list. The IAC stands as a cooperative remedy to the concerning world of great power competition. Where else, outside the UN structure, do government and non-government officials from the U.S., Europe, and Japan routinely engage with China, Russia, and Iran on anything all in one place? Space is by nature a global endeavor and, therefore, should have a proven global apparatus like this. Other space conferences certainly have value, but they are usually geared towards a specific audience like the commercial space industry, think tanks, the scientific community, or the military, and often exclude other crucial nations, regions or industries. I believe the IAC is imperative in the modern strategic environment and still a critical mechanism in guiding our global space efforts, which is why I will be attending the 75th IAC next week in Milan. I know, I know…it’s not the best tour of duty location but somehow, I’ll get through it. 😔 I hope to see many of my space paisanos there to discuss some of the important topics on the agenda. Feel free to reach out if you want to connect in person! #IAC2024 #SpacePolicy #SpaceStrategy #SpaceExploration #Milan