Next Session
17th November 2025
Session 2: Arctic Maritime sector
Did you know that satellites help navigators monitor extreme Arctic weather, track sea ice movements, and keep vessels and research stations connected where terrestrial networks cannot reach?
The Arctic is warming faster than anywhere else on the planet. As a result, sea ice is melting and Arctic sea routes are becoming busier than ever: previously inaccessible gas fields are opening up, tourism and fishing are increasing, and civil patrols must manage growing traffic in waters where weather can change rapidly—and sometimes fatally. The region remains remote and difficult to access, making reliable tools essential for safe operations.
In this session, we will explore how space-based solutions already support civilians, navigators, and investors in the Arctic. From communication and navigation to monitoring sea ice and glaciers, space technology delivers critical data and tools to make Arctic activities safer and more sustainable.
Far from being science fiction, these solutions are available now and are already proving their value in the Arctic maritime sector.
Speakers
- David Arthurs, Managing Director at Polar View ApS (Denmark)
- Laurent Bertino, Research Director at Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center (Norway)
Learn more about them in the Speakers section!
Registrations will open soon!
We look forward to bring ideas down to earth together!
Past Sessions
20th October 2025
Session 1: Smart Cities
Did you know that satellites can help cities track air pollution, reduce traffic jams, and even spot the hottest streets affected by climate change?
Today, more than half of the world’s population lives in cities — a number that continues to grow every year. Urban areas face enormous challenges: rising temperatures, poor air quality, noise pollution, traffic congestion, and the need for more green and energy-efficient spaces. At the same time, citizens and businesses expect cities to be more connected, more resilient, and more sustainable.
In this session, we will explore how space-based tools are already helping to make cities smarter and greener. From monitoring air quality and noise, to improving green spaces, mobility, and energy efficiency, satellite data provides practical answers to real urban challenges. Beyond cities, these tools are also driving innovation in areas like smart farming and smart factories, offering practical and long-term solutions to the challenges of climate change and urban growth.
These solutions are not futuristic visions: they already exist today and are ready to help overcome some of the challenges you face in your work.
Speakers
- Ana Oliveira, CTO for Space at CoLAB+ Atlantic (Portugal)
- Elaine Sciberras, Planning Officer at Planning Authority (Malta)
Learn more about them in the Speakers section!
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