9 – 10 November 2023
The National Space Conference 2023
– we expand and join forces for space!
Join us for a unique opportunity to explore some of the most exciting and pressing topics in the field of space as well as connect and catch up with fellow space enthusiasts.
The National Space Conference features a lineup of international keynote speakers, who will share their expertise on topics such as European autonomy in space, and commercial opportunities and challenges in the space industry. In addition, the conference will include several tracks consisting of interesting talks and engaging discussions on areas such as sustainability, robots, science, education, and security.
Along with insightful content, the conference will provide plentiful of networking opportunities, a matchmaking session, and an evening dinner.
Register now to secure your spot at this must-attend event. We look forward to seeing you there!
Confirmed speakers include:
- Christina Egelund, Minister of Higher Education and Science
- Jens Ringsmose, Rector, SDU
- Catherine Kavvada, Director for Space Development & Innovation, European Commission
- Daniel Neuenschwander, (incoming) Director for Exploration, European Space Agency
- Nick Appleyard, ESA, Head of Applications and Solution Department, Commercialisation, Industry and Competitiveness
- Rasmus Flytkjær, Divisional Director, Head of Space, London Economics
- Joakim Espeland, CEO, QuadSAT
Stay tuned for updates on speakers and more as the conference program is currently being development.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Science, the Center for Defence, Space & Security (CenSec) and the University of Southern Denmark have joined forces to manage and develop the annual National Space Conference in 2023.
For the first time the National Space Conference will be accompanied by a Youth Spaace Conference for students from lower secondary education “Folkeskoler” and gymnasiums on 8. November 2023.
Time: 9.-10. november 2023
Place: Syddansk Universitet, Campusvej 55, Odense
Price: free
Sign up here.
Program
9 November
08.30-09.30: Breakfast and networking opportunity
09.30-10.45: Plenary session no. 1
10.45-13.00:
Track 1: Robots and drones
Track 2: Space-based green transition
Track 3: Defense & Security – in space and on ground
13.00-14.00: Lunch break
14.00-15.30: Plenary session no. 2
15.30-15.45: Break
15.45-17.30: Matchmaking and networking
17.30-18.00: Drinks
18.00-22.00: Conference dinner
10 November
08.00-09.00: Breakfast and networking opportunity
09.10-10.30: Plenary session
10.30-12.45:
Track 4: Space related education
Track 5: International cooperation & commercialization
Track 6: Space science
12.45-13.00: Closing remarks and handover of the torce to Aarhus University
13.00-14.00: Light lunch
See detailed program here: Space Conference 2023 (tilmeld.dk)
