17 September 2024
EPIC Technology Meeting on Photonics for New Space – Optical Communication during ESA Industry Days
Noordwijk, The Netherlands

EPIC Members
120.00 Excl. VAT
Invited companies
120.00 Excl. VAT
Non-members
210.00 Excl. VAT


Please note, preferably register only one person per company for best possible networking.

Join us for this EPIC Technology Meeting on Photonics for NewSpace – Optical communication, during the ESA Industry Days! This exclusive event focuses on the forefront of NewSpace, with a dedicated emphasis on optical communication. In Session 1, we’ll gather end-users and integrators to discuss the challenges and evolving needs in this vital sector. Gain valuable insights into the pragmatic aspects of “doing business with ESA” and collaboration opportunities. In Session 2, companies will showcase their innovative solutions for NewSpace, ranging from quantum key distribution to advanced optical components, including integrated photonics. Explore how these advancements are revolutionizing space missions by enhancing data transmission and enabling secure communications. Join this event as we chart the course for the future of space technology at the intersection of photonics and space communication.

Agenda

Optional agenda

16 September 2024, Monday

19:00 – 22:00 EPIC Pre-event networking dinner

Agenda

17 September 2024, Tuesday

11:45 – 12:45 registration and lunch
12:45 – 13:00 Welcoming words by ESA & EPIC

13:00 – 14:30 SESSION 1: Technology challenges and roadmap for new space – optical communication

In this first session, end-users and system integrators will discuss their evolving needs in new space, with a specific focus on optical communication. This session will provide valuable insights into the demands and expectations from the industry. The session will also touch upon the pragmatic aspects of “doing business with ESA,” offering valuable insights into collaboration opportunities and best practices for navigating the ESA ecosystem.

  • ESA – European Space Agency – Roger Walker, Head of the CubeSat Systems Unit (The Netherlands)
  • ESA – European Space Agency – Clemens Heese, Head of the Optical Technologies Section (Germany)
  • ESA – European Space Agency The ESA Φ-lab EO Innovation Engine, Concrete Opportunities to Support Innovation Investments within the Field – Giuseppe Borghi, Head of ESA Φ-lab Division (Italy)

Agenda in preparation, topics are provisional, companies interested in participating can contact us with their proposals

14:30 – 15:15 Networking coffee break 

15:15 – 18:30 SESSION 2 (part 1): Solution Providers for new space challenges

In this dynamic session, companies in the field of new space optical communication will showcase their innovative solutions, ranging from quantum key distribution (QKD) to advanced optical components, incuding laser alignement sensors, free space optics, filters and coatings, and PICs, tailored for the unique challenges of space-based applications – and especially for optical communication. Whether you are interested in cutting-edge optical communication technologies or seeking opportunities to collaborate with end-users of the space field, this session promises to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements and opportunities in the new space optical communication landscape.

  • Cailabs – Olivier Jacques-Sermet, Business Development Manager (France)
  • Iridian Spectral Technologies – Jason Palidwar, Director of Business Operations (Canada)
  • New Imaging Technologies (NIT)Dedicated Sensors for Laser alignment & Tracking for Optical Communications – François Coursaget, General Manager (France)
  • Rivada Space Network – Thomas Laurent, Director of Sales (Germany)
  • ESA – European Space AgencyThe ESA SME Policy and Initiative – Sandra Vogt, Industrial Policy Officer (The Netherlands)

16:30 – 17:00 Networking coffee break

17:00 – 18:30 SESSION 2 (part 2): Solution Providers for new space challenges

  • Exail – Hervé Gouraud, Sales Director (France)
  • Thales Alenia Space – Arnaud Brignon, Head of Laboratory (France)
  • DLR – Heinz-Wilhelm Hübers, Director of the Institute (Germany)
  • MIMOPT – Ghaya Rekaya, Co-founder and CEO (France)

Agenda in preparation, topics are provisional, companies interested in participating can contact us with their proposals

Venue

ESA ESTEC, European Space Research & Technology Centre, Keplerlaan 1, 2201 AZ Noordwijk (The Netherlands)

Participation at Industry Space Days (ISD)

Registrations to participate in the Industry Space Days (ISD) are open. Registration fee is 50 EUR (excl.VAT). It includes: entry to the event, access to the B2B platform, shuttle bus services as well as two lunches and a networking reception.

The catalogue of all participating companies will open on 1st July. After 1st July it will be possible to pre-arrange business meetings with other participants. EPIC recommends signing up as early as possible to plan the 1-on-1 meetings.

EPIC members that will need further support or information about ISD, can contact Lidia Briquets or schedule a call via Calendly: https://calendly.com/lidia-briquets-epic

Transportation & Accomodation

Recommended hotel is Van der Valk Palace Hotel Noordwijk hotel (Pickeplein 8, 2202 CL Noordwijk, The Netherlands). We recommend to book this or any other nearby located hotel for your stay.

ESA provides their scheduled transfers to / from ESTEC from / to Schiphol and from / to main hotels. The schedule is available HERE.

How to get to ESA, read HERE.

Speakers
Head of the CubeSat Systems Unit at ESA - European Space Agency
Head of the Optical Technologies Section at ESA - European Space Agency
Head of ESA Φ-lab Division at ESA - European Space Agency
Industrial Policy Officer at ESA - European Space Agency
Director of Business Operations at Iridian Spectral Technologies
Business Development Manager at Cailabs
Sales Director at Exail
Director of Sales at Rivada Space Networks
Arnaud Brignon
Head of Laboratory at Thales Alenia Space
Director of the Institute at DLR
Co-founder and CEO at MIMOPT


More speakers will be announced soon.

Attendees

More attendees will be announced soon.

Useful resources
Technology Manager
Technology scope and agenda
Jeremy Picot-Clemente, PhD
Jeremy Picot-Clemente, PhD
Technology Expert for Optics and Green Photonics
Programme Manager
Coordination
Lídia Briquets
Lídia Briquets
Programme Manager
Event Manager
Logistics, venue, accommodation, and transportation
Vera Koniukhova
Vera Koniukhova
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