A space expo in Glasgow next month will welcome over 3,000 attendees – as it throws a spotlight on one of Scotland’s fastest-growing sectors.
Industry experts from across government, defence, business and academia will take part in the conference and exhibition at SEC Glasgow from 11-12 September.
In what is being billed as the ‘biggest space industry event ever held in Scotland’, around 7- exhibitors and 60 speakers will visit the event in a city growing its space reputation globally.
Space-Comm Expo Scotland will showcase Scotland’s over 180 space-related firms as well as cutting-edge research in the sector from its leading universities.
Scotland builds more satellites than any other country in Europe and has vertical launch ambitions before the end of 2024.
The World Economic Forum predicts the global space economy will be worth $1.8 trillion by 2035 up from $630 billion in 2023.
Professor Anu Ojha, director of championing space at the UK Space Agency, said: “Events like Space-Comm Expo Scotland play a vital role in bringing together the people and businesses who will write the next chapter in the growth story of Scotland’s space sector.
“Glasgow is a global hub for small satellite manufacturing and data applications, while companies and universities across Scotland are playing major roles in some of the most complex and important space missions, supporting thousands of jobs. There are huge opportunities to build on these successes, as we countdown to the first launches from Scottish spaceports, catalyse investment from all over the world, and deliver new space missions and capabilities that benefit the whole of the UK.”
The event will feature an exciting programme across the two days with multiple speaker theatres, panel sessions, roundtables, workshops and 1-2-1 networking opportunities. Keynote speakers include CEO of the UK Space Agency Dr Paul Bate, European Space Agency’s Space Exploration Director David Parker, Secretary of State for Scotland Ian Murray, and Executive Director of Space Scotland Dr Hina Khan, with the event hosted by Will Whitehorn, Executive Chair of Space-Comm Expo and former Virgin Galactic President.
The programme agenda includes: The UK’s Leadership in Space, Strategic Goals for Scotland’s Space Sector, Investment in the New Space Economy, AI for Space Sustainability, Strengthening Global Collaboration, Space Law Symposium, Cyber-Security, Next-Generation Satellite Manufacturing, Leveraging Space Data for Innovation, Strategic Pathways for Launch Capabilities, The Next Frontier for In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing and Leading Sustainable and Responsible Practices within the Space Sector.
Exhibitors include primes, SME’s and start-ups showcasing the latest technology and innovations, including Lockheed Martin, Jacobs, Star Dundee, Zeiss Group, DLA Piper, Orbex, HyImpulse, Technia and AAC Clyde Space.
Tom Arthur, investment minister for the Scottish Government, said: “I’m delighted that Space-Comm Expo is coming to Scotland. It’s a fantastic endorsement of the country’s rapidly growing space industry and a great opportunity to showcase the talent, innovation and facilities it has to offer. Scotland is open for business and the Scottish Government is committed to helping unlock further opportunities, investments and collaborations to support this hugely exciting and strategically important sector.”
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