Space2Earth

Theme: Space Infrastructure as a Service for the Geospatial Industry

Seminar

30 April 2026

 
 

Overview

This one-day program focuses on the growing imperative for nations to assert sovereignty over space-based infrastructure and geospatial data. With increasing reliance on satellite systems and earth observation for security, governance, and economic growth, countries face the challenge of balancing open global cooperation with protecting national interests. The summit will explore technological, legal, and policy frameworks necessary to build resilient and autonomous geospatial ecosystems that safeguard national security, economic independence, and data integrity.

Agenda

Real-World Impact of Space & Geospatial Technologies
  • Transforming key sectors such as agriculture, climate monitoring, security, and governance.
  • Leveraging Earth Observation and GNSS constellations for smarter decision-making.
  • Driving value through spatial analytics and data-driven geospatial solutions.
Entrepreneurship & Market Acceleration
  • Empowering innovation through digital twins, big data, and satellite broadband.
  • Unlocking opportunities in space-based AI and marine monitoring infrastructure.
  • Attracting investments and fostering new business models in the evolving space economy.
Innovation & Technological Advancements
  • Showcasing breakthroughs in spatial computing, satellite systems, and Earth Observation.
  • Revolutionizing disaster management, urban planning, and maritime security.
  • Enabling real-time applications and cross-sector technological transformation.
1000 - 1005
Welcome Address by the Hall Coordinator
1030 - 1145
Session 1: Space Infrastructure as a Service: Strengthening Geodetic Networks & Geospatial Platforms

Focus Areas

  • Modernising national and regional geodetic frameworks through robust policy frameworks, standards, and long-term public investment strategies
  • Policy-driven interoperability of EO, GNSS, and geospatial platforms, including data-sharing regulations, open data policies, and cross-border coordination
  • Public�private collaboration models supported by enabling policies, procurement reforms, and regulatory incentives to accelerate space-based infrastructure development
  • Governance frameworks to ensure resilience, accuracy, and trust, including data security, privacy regulations, and standardisation protocols
  • Harmonisation of global geospatial policies and standards to support seamless integration and scalability of space-enabled services across regions
Archita Shaktawat

Moderator

Archita Shaktawat

Director - Consulting
Geospatial World
India

Yuya Nakamura
Yuya Nakamura

CEO
Axelspace
Japan

Hirokazu Mori
Hirokazu Mori

Chief Strategy Officer
WARPSPACE
Japan

Lena Halounova
Lena Halounova

President
ISPRS
Czech Republic

Alberto Perez Cassinelli
Alberto Perez Cassinelli

VP - Data
Open Cosmos
Spain

Lorant Czaran
Lorant Czaran

Scientific Affairs Officer, Chief UN-SPIDER
UNOOSA
Austria

1145 - 1330
Networking Coffee Break Followed by Lunch
1330 - 1400
Session 2: Keynote Addresses
Coco Antonissen
Coco Antonissen

Director Space Applications
Netherlands Space Agency
The Netherlands

Coco is the Director of Space Applications at the Netherlands Space Agency (NLSA). With a background in geoscience and remote sensing, she has extensive experience in the satellite applications domain. Coco focuses on stimulating the development and uptake of satellite-based solutions, and on improving the alignment between supply and demand for space-based data and services across sectors.

Zaynab Guerraou
Zaynab Guerraou

Data Application Scientist
European Space Agency
Italy

Chandra Prakash Singh
Chandra Prakash Singh

Deputy Director
IN-SPACe, Department of Space, Govt. of India
India

1400 - 1500
Session 3: Real-World Impact of Space & Geospatial Technologies

Focus Areas

  • Transforming agriculture, climate monitoring, security, and governance through operational, user-centric downstream applications and services
  • Leveraging Earth Observation and GNSS constellations to power decision-support systems, precision services, and real-time applications across industries
  • Driving societal and economic value through spatial analytics, digital twins, and data-driven platforms tailored for end-user needs
  • Scaling downstream applications in sectors such as smart cities, disaster management, insurance, logistics, and infrastructure monitoring
  • Bridging the gap between space data and end users through cloud platforms, AI/ML integration, and intuitive geospatial solutions
  • Enabling last-mile delivery of geospatial intelligence, ensuring accessibility for governments, enterprises, and local communities
  • Strengthening user adoption and capacity building to maximise the impact of downstream geospatial applications
  • Advancing Earth Observation Veracity for Trusted Decision-Making
Margot Mammeri
Margot Mammeri

ESA BIC Sud France Manager
Aerospace Valley
France

Margot Mammeri works as ESA BIC Sud France Manager at Aerospace Valley, where she supports and advises space-related startups and innovative ventures, helping them to grow, secure funding, and navigate the European space ecosystem. In this role, she is deeply involved in fostering collaborations between entrepreneurs, public institutions, and industrial partners to accelerate innovation and strengthen the space sector.

Aerospace Valley is participating as an expert of the space sector, especially the downstream industry relevant to the PCP project SPACE4Cities.

Margot holds a European Triple Degree Master of Management from emlyon business school, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitat Munchen, and Lancaster University Management School. Her academic and professional journey reflects her strong commitment to strategy, innovation, ecosystem development, and the future of the space sector.

Martin RØymo Skedsmo
Martin RØymo Skedsmo

Sales Director Canada & Nordics
Kongsberg Satellite Services
Norway

Jerome URBAIN
Jerome URBAIN

Head of Products
GeoPostcodes
Belgium

Frédéric TOURRET
Frédéric TOURRET

Co-Founder and CEO
Factiven
Luxembourg

Vinay Simha
Vinay Simha

CEO
SkyServe
India

Adriano Meta
Adriano Meta

CEO
Metasensing
Italy

1500 - 1600
Networking Coffee Break
1600 - 1730
Session 4: Driving Innovation and Collaboration in the Space Economy

Focus Areas

  • Leverage digital twins with EO, GNSS, AI, and IoT for real-time insights and optimisation.
  • Drive entrepreneurship through scalable, space-enabled digital solutions.
  • Enable collaborative business models across enterprises, governments, and startups.
  • Integrate satellite systems, edge/cloud computing, and high-frequency EO data for seamless information flow.
  • Use AI, ML, and spatial computing for predictive analytics in disaster, urban, and maritime operations.
  • Harness next-gen satellite constellations, 5G/6G, and cloud-native platforms for low-latency applications.
  • Accelerate commercialisation and downstream applications across sectors via data platforms and investments.
Javier Alexander Santos Wybenga
Javier Alexander Santos Wybenga

Business Development Director
GEOSAT
Portugal

Javier Santos is an Aerospace Engineer by the Technical University of Madrid, Spain and Institut National Polytechnique of Grenoble, France. Javier has developed his career in technical roles in the aerospace and satellite operations domains, as well as in business development, sales and marketing roles in technical contexts. He is the Director of Business Development for GEOSAT, currently leading the commercial area through the provision of innovative Earth Observation solutions and data to customers worldwide.

Alvaro Nunez Martiez
Alvaro Nunez Martiez

Technical Manager
GMV
Spain

Alvaro Nunez Martiez
Alvaro Nunez Martiez

Technical Manager
GMV
Spain

Target Segments

Government & Policy Makers Space Agencies & Satellite Operators Geospatial Technology Companies Academia & Research Institutions Private Sector & Industry Users