programme 2023
19 APRIL
09:00 - 19:30
On the first day of the conference you will be welcomed by a series of speakers that will introduce you to the latest developments in the field of space resources.
Amongst them, the Luxembourg Ministry of Economy, Franz Fayot and Dr Kathryn Hadler - Director of ESRIC and Dr Matthias Maurer - ESA Astronaut and Materials Scientist.
The opening session will include presentations from key representatives from ESA, NASA, JAXA, KIGAM and the Canadian Space Agency. The speakers will present their vision for international collaboration and the practical steps for the future.
The second part of day one will take you on a journey around the globe, featuring fascinating updates from key research institutions, followed by a series of talks and discussions focused on earth-space synergies. The day will end with a focus on the ESA-ESRIC Space Resources Challenge and the chance to get to know more about the new innovative ideas that came out of the exercise.
Research Overviews
Earth-Space Synergies
ESA-ESRIC CHALLENGE
20 APRIL
09:00 - 18:30
On the second day, we invite you to immerse yourself in some key aspects of space resources utilization: from missions and mission planning, technology showcase and enabling a sustainable outer space infrastructure.
Missions and mission planning
Technology showcase
Enabling infrastructure
Commercial focus
21 APRIL
09:00 - 14:30
The final day is dedicated to extracting and using space resources.
You can expect a series of talks and opportunities for discussion that will cover both the scientific and the legal aspects of this topic, enabling you to have a complete understanding of the field and be up-to-date with the latest developments.
