[Physstaff] FW: Conference on the UK space sector - with keynotes from the UK and European Space Agencies: Westminster Business Forum, Thursday, 12th March 2015

Wed Jan 7 11:05:12 GMT 2015

From: Marc Gammon [mailto:marc.gammon.business at westminsterforumprojects.co.uk]
Sent: 07 January 2015 11:00
To: pgstudies at phys.strath.ac.uk
Subject: Conference on the UK space sector - with keynotes from the UK and European Space Agencies: Westminster Business Forum, Thursday, 12th March 2015

Priorities for developing the UK space sector - infrastructure, regulation, innovation and collaboration

with
Dr David Parker, Chief Executive, UK Space Agency
Magali Vaissiere, Head of European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications, European Space Agency
Stuart Martin, Chief Executive Officer, Satellite Applications Catapult
Professor Sa'id Mosteshar, Director, London Institute of Space Policy and Law and Member, Space Leadership Council

and
Phil Evans, Met Office; Jonathan Firth, Virgin Galactic; Dr Colin Hicks, Eurisy; Professor Sir Jim McDonald, University of Strathclyde and Scottish Science Advisory Committee; Mark Newlands, Scottish Development International; David Osmond, Redfoot Technologies; Richard Peckham, Airbus Defence and Space; Dr Matt Perkins, Surrey Satellite Technology and UKSpace; Jerry Stubbs, Civil Aviation Authority; David Wade, Atrium Space Insurance Consortium and a speaker confirmed from the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership

Chaired by:
Nigel Evans MP, Patron, Parliamentary Space Committee and Lord Rees of Ludlow, Member, House of Lords Science and Technology Select Committee and Emeritus Professor of Cosmology and Astrophysics, University of Cambridge

Timing: Morning, Thursday, 12th March 2015
Venue: Central London
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Dear Dr Robb

I am writing to remind you about the above seminar. Please note there is a charge for most delegates, although concessionary and complimentary places are available (subject to terms and conditions - see below).

The focus:
Policy and strategic priorities for securing the future of the space sector in the UK.

Context:

  *   As the UK Government consults<https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/spaceport-locations-and-criteria> on feasible locations for the first spaceport in the UK; and
  *   Europe's space exploration strategy<http://www.esa.int/About_Us/Ministerial_Council_2014/Successful_conclusion_of_ESA_Council_at_Ministerial_level> following agreement at the European Space Agency's (ESA) recent ministerial-level meeting.

To note:
Includes keynote contributions from Dr David Parker, Chief Executive, UK Space Agency and Magali Vaissiere, Head of European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications, European Space Agency.

Key discussion points:

  *   The future for space exploration - priorities for science, technology and global cooperation, in light of the ESA's Rosetta mission<http://sci.esa.int/rosetta/> and the future ExoMars programme led by the UK;
  *   UK Space Innovation and Growth Strategy - frontline perspectives on the Government response to the Strategy<https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/space-growth-action-plan>;
  *   Commercial spaceflights - latest thinking on shortlisted spaceport locations and priorities for space infrastructure, operational safety and environmental protection;
  *   Cross-sector use of space services - next steps for commercialisation of satellite applications, earth observation data, climate science and navigation;
  *   Incentivising investment and enterprise - latest trends in industry partnerships, regional development, access to finance and sector skills; and
  *   International competitiveness and regulation - looking at simplifying the process of obtaining satellite licenses and reducing business costs.

Speakers:
Keynotes: Dr David Parker, Chief Executive, UK Space Agency and Magali Vaissiere, Director of Telecommunications and Integrated Applications and Head of European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications, European Space Agency.

Further confirmed speakers include: Phil Evans, Government Services Director, Met Office; Jonathan Firth, Senior Vice President, Spaceport and Program Development, Virgin Galactic; Dr Colin Hicks, President, Eurisy; Stuart Martin, Chief Executive Officer, Satellite Applications Catapult; Professor Sir Jim McDonald, Principal and Vice Chancellor, University of Strathclyde and Member, Scottish Science Advisory Committee; Professor Sa'id Mosteshar, Director, London Institute of Space Policy and Law and Member, Space Leadership Council; Mark Newlands, International Sector Head for Technology & Engineering, Scottish Development International; David Osmond, Director, Redfoot Technologies; Richard Peckham, Strategy and Business Development Director, Airbus Defence and Space; Dr Matt Perkins, Chief Executive Officer, Surrey Satellite Technology and Chair, UKSpace; Jerry Stubbs, Programme Leader, Commercial Space Operations, Civil Aviation Authority and David Wade, Space Underwriter, Atrium Space Insurance Consortium and a speaker confirmed from the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership.

Chairs: Nigel Evans MP, Patron, Parliamentary Space Committee and Lord Rees of Ludlow, Member, House of Lords Science and Technology Select Committee and Emeritus Professor of Cosmology and Astrophysics, University of Cambridge.

Networking:
Places have been reserved by officials from BIS; the UK Space Agency; the European Space Agency; MOD and UKTI. Also due to attend are representatives from Airbus Defence and Space; Atkins Security Business; Atrium Space Insurance Consortium; Bouygues Energies & Services; DMC International Imaging; DSTL; European Space Education Resource Office-UK; Eutelsat UK; French Embassy in the UK; Haseltine Lake; Holman Fenwick Willan; Innovate UK; Kilburn & Strode; KPMG; Lockheed Martin UK Ampthill; National Oceanography Centre; Nedap Security Management; NPL; Satellite Applications Catapult; Spirent Communication; STFC - RAL Space; Surrey Space Centre; Telespazio VEGA UK; Thales UK; The Open University; University College London; University of Edinburgh; University of Glasgow; University of Leicester and University of Sheffield.

Agenda:
See below my signature, or click here<http://www.westminsterforumprojects.co.uk/forums/agenda/uk-space-agenda.pdf> any time to download the latest version.
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I hope that you will be able to take part in what promises to be a most useful morning.

Yours sincerely

Marc Gammon

Marc Gammon
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Westminster Business Forum Keynote Seminar
Priorities for developing the UK space sector - infrastructure, regulation, innovation and collaboration
Timing: Morning, Thursday, 12th March 2015
Venue: Central London

Draft agenda subject to change

8.30 - 9.00

Registration and coffee

9.00 - 9.05

Chair's opening remarks
Nigel Evans MP, Patron, Parliamentary Space Committee

9.05 - 9.20

The UK Space sector - an overview
Professor Sa'id Mosteshar, Director, London Institute of Space Policy and Law and Member, Space Leadership Council
Questions and comments from the floor

9.20 - 9.50

The UK Space Innovation and Growth Strategy - growth opportunities and industry involvement
Dr David Parker, Chief Executive, UK Space Agency
Questions and comments from the floor

9.50 - 10.20

Cross-sector collaboration - generating economic and social value
What are the principal challenges that policymakers and market stakeholders face in promoting the benefits of space services, such as satellite applications and earth observation data, to potential customers? What more can be done to engage service providers and create further commercial opportunities, particularly in areas such as health, telecommunications and navigation? What are the prospects for a new Climate Services Centre for Europe in the UK to more effectively support emerging climate services such as climate science, monitoring and climate prediction?
David Osmond, Director, Redfoot Technologies
Phil Evans, Government Services Director, Met Office
Dr Colin Hicks, President, Eurisy
Questions and comments from the floor

10.20 - 10.50

Commercial spaceflights in five years' time - spaceport location, infrastructure and safety
Latest thinking on Government's Review of commercial spaceplane certification and operations, and challenges and opportunities ahead for shortlisted spaceport locations, particularly in relation to developing space infrastructure, alongside operational safety and environmental protection. What is the economic potential for 'space tourism' and what are the operational challenges of accommodating space travel alongside recreational and commercial aviation? What can be learnt from the use of segregated airspace in other jurisdictions, such as the US, and to what extent is this transferable to the UK?
Jonathan Firth, Senior Vice President, Spaceport and Program Development, Virgin Galactic
Mark Newlands, International Sector Head for Technology & Engineering, Scottish Development International
Jerry Stubbs, Programme Leader, Commercial Space Operations, Civil Aviation Authority
Questions and comments from the floor

10.50 - 10.55

Chair's closing remarks
Nigel Evans MP, Patron, Parliamentary Space Committee

10.55 - 11.20

Coffee

11.20 - 11.25

Chair's opening remarks
Lord Rees of Ludlow, Member, House of Lords Science and Technology Select Committee and
Emeritus Professor of Cosmology and Astrophysics, University of Cambridge

11.25 - 11.35

Driving UK space activity - next steps for identifying priority markets
Stuart Martin, Chief Executive Officer, Satellite Applications Catapult

11.35 - 12.25

Developing a climate for enterprise and investment - regulation, economic priorities and regional development
To what extent are policy initiatives announced in Government's response to the UK Space Strategy - such as changes to the Outer Space Act limit on third party liability - addressing barriers to growth across UK space, and what more can be done to incentivise investment and enterprise? What are the priorities ahead for improving the supply of capital for research and development in the sector, particularly in light of Government's recent focus on facilitating space exploration and the UK's lead role in the European Space Agency's ExoMars programme? What are the prospects for Government's current ambitions to more effectively support industry partnerships, access to finance and sector skills, and what challenges do frontline businesses and market entrants continue to face in these areas? What are the next steps for developing a 'vibrant regional space sector' and what role can Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) and Devolved Administrations play in creating regional growth plans for space?
Professor Sir Jim McDonald, Principal and Vice Chancellor, University of Strathclyde and Member,
Scottish Science Advisory Committee
Dr Matt Perkins, Chief Executive Officer, Surrey Satellite Technology and Chair, UKSpace
David Wade, Space Underwriter, Atrium Space Insurance Consortium
Richard Peckham, Strategy and Business Development Director, Airbus Defence and Space
Speaker confirmed from the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership
Questions and comments from the floor with Stuart Martin, Chief Executive Officer, Satellite Applications Catapult

12.25 - 12.55

Global trends  and world competitiveness - an international perspective
Magali Vaissiere, Director of Telecommunications and Integrated Applications and Head of European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications, European Space Agency
Questions and comments from the floor

12.55 - 13.00

Chair's and Westminster Business Forum closing remarks
Lord Rees of Ludlow, Member, House of Lords Science and Technology Select Committee and
Emeritus Professor of Cosmology and Astrophysics, University of Cambridge
Marc Gammon, Senior Producer, Westminster Business Forum

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