Space-Comm Expo reveals keynote speakers

Dr Josef Aschbacher and Sir Richard Branson, two of the world’s most influential and inspiring leaders, will join over 5,000 delegates, 200 exhibitors and 150 speakers at Space-Comm Expo, being held for the first time at ExCeL London.

Space-Comm Expo will feature an exciting two-day programme featuring multiple conference theatres, technology demonstrations, panel sessions, symposiums, and 1-2-1 networking opportunities.

Dr Josef Aschbacher will be joining thought leaders from over 50 nations at Space-Comm Expo. As CEO of ESA, he is responsible for the definition, implementation and development of Europe’s infrastructure and activities across launch, satellites, Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications and space science, together with robotic exploration and ESA astronauts on the International Space Station.

Sir Richard Branson will be joining Space-Comm Expo live from Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands via satellite, for an exclusive live interview at the event with world-renowned TV presenter and physicist, Professor Brian Cox. 

“We are entering a new space industrial revolution, and I am thrilled to be having a chat with Brian Cox at Space-Comm Expo, the leading international event series for the space industry," said Branson. "Space is more than just exploration, it is about opening up new frontiers for humanity, solving global challenges, and inspiring future generations. Space-Comm is at the heart of this new revolution bringing together government and business, innovators and investors. It is both exciting and inspiring, to be attending Space-Comm with so many thought leaders and influencers, pushing the boundaries and limits, exploring new frontiers for the space industry.”

The programme for this year's event will feature speakers from NASA, ESA, UN, NATO and space agencies from aqcross the world. The agenda will explore the most significant challenges and trends for the industry including spaceports, launch, satellites, in-orbit servicing, cybersecurity, AI, robotics, space debris, and sustainability.