Space Conference will bring together defence leaders in London

Air January 14, 2020

The 2020 Space Conference in London will bring together experts from industry, academia, and government.

The MOD and Air and Space Power Association have organised the Defence Space Conference, scheduled for May 20-May 21 in London. The MOD will use the conference to outline its strategy to counter threats posed to UK satellites and other space assets, and ensure they are protected.

Up to 400 delegates from across defence will come together to discuss the next-generation technology, infrastructure and workforce necessary to keep pace with the rapidly evolving threats facing the UK in space. Speakers at the event will include government ministers, the Chief of the Air Staff and Commander UK Strategic Command, alongside senior leaders from the National Space Council and the newly formed US Space Command.

President of the Air & Space Power Association Air Marshall (Ret’d) Greg Bagwell CB CBE said: “As the Space Domain takes on even greater significance for defence and evolves at such a pace, it is vital that we continue to debate the critical issues in the most open and diverse forum possible.”

“Defence Space 2020 will provide a springboard for the next phase of conceptual thinking, discussion and development of the UK’s approach to Space Power. Of particular importance is how emergent and disruptive technologies may play a part in the use of Space in the defence and security contexts and how the UK shapes its future strategic alliances with international space partners.”

“The Conference promises to be a stimulating and informative exposé of MOD’s Space Power direction of travel and I am delighted that the Air and Space Power Association is again delivering the event.”

At the RAF’s Air and Space Power Conference last year the MOD outlined an ambitious space programme, committing £30m to fast-track the launch of a small satellite demonstrator. The small satellite demonstrator, also known as Programme ARTEMIS, is being delivered by a new transatlantic team of UK and US defence personnel and industry partners.

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