Space 4 Critical Infrastructure: Digital Infrastructure and Health

The first webinar of this series provided an overview on the state of play of the legislative procedure related to the proposed directive on the resilience of critical entities. The webinar also provided a strategic perspective on current space technology developments and uses to sensitise institutional players on the space dimension. Read the full summary here.

The second session of the introductory part on “Space for Critical Infrastructures” shed light on the experiences from the collapse of the Morandi Bridge, sharing concrete measures and practices, with special emphasis on operational satellite services to support relevant entities with the maintenance of bridges. The recording and full summary are available here.

This third session of Space 4 Critical Infrastructure covered the question on how to put the proposed directive into action. The European Commission shared opportunities and views for the green and digital transition in the construction sector. Furthermore, two examples of cooperative projects in the transport sector were addressed. One national project related to the use of satellite technology for monitoring the stability and security of infrastructure, and one European project on EGNSS applications for mobility solutions. The recording and full summary are available here.

The webinar on “Public Administration” showcased how space can boost the preparedness of public administration in a number of threats and natural disasters that affect their critical infrastructure and the safety of their citizens. Representatives of EUSPA, SatCen, as well as the example of a civil emergency case from the Puglia region highlighted how satellite applications can address security and safety needs. The recording and full summary are available here.

This thematic session of “Space 4 Critical Infrastructures” covered banking and financial entities and how to manage operational risks and ensure business continuity. Space technology can support the digitalisation and greening of the financial sector. Satellite applications can contribute in credit, payment and insurance processes, and in particular Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), to provide accurate measurements of time and synchronisation. The recording and full summary are available here.

For its third thematic session, the “Space 4 Critical Infrastructures” series shifted towards energy and transport. The energy and transport sectors are inherently linked to critical infrastructures, which is also why they already applied in the European Critical Infrastructure Directive of 2008. The green and digital transition of transport and energy distribution networks stands high on the EU political agenda. The session gathered examples of satellite solutions for the maintenance and monitoring of road and railway infrastructure, as well as for safe transport and distribution of energy. The recording and full summary are available here.

This new thematic session of “Space 4 Critical Infrastructures” showcased examples such as mapping water infrastructure and detecting underground leakages. Climate change results in increasingly frequent water scarcity and drought. The protection of water resources is one of the cornerstones of Europe’s environmental policy. The European space data stream provides multiple opportunities to make our water use more efficient. The recording and full summary are available here.