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Strategies in Satellite Ground Segment 2024 - 4&5 September - Park Plaza London Riverbank Hotel

Supporting Organizations & Sponsors

A true gathering of international satellite leaders – this will be a must-attend event. As the industry continues to rapidly evolve, SSGS 2024 offers a unique platform to gain insights from leading experts, network with key players, and explore innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of connectivity and bandwidth. With a focus on fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, SSGS 2024 provides a comprehensive understanding of the latest advancements in satellite ground segment technologies, enabling attendees to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive and dynamic market.

CELEBRATE SUCCESS - Strategies in Satellite Ground Segment 2024 AWARDS

In recognition of the advances in Ground Segment Innovation and its leading role in Satellite Communications - SSGS 2024 will be honoring those companies and individuals that are changing the Ground Segment Sector. The SSGS Awards are judged by an independent panel of experts comprising Media, Consultants and Analysts. The Awards Ceremony will take place at the Evening Reception Event held on the 4th September in the 12th Floor River View Lounge.

 

Entries to the Awards are FREE - ENTER NOW - deadline is August 5th 2024

 

Sponsorship Options

Strategies in Satellite Ground Segment 2024 will provide your company with the ideal platform for attendees to engage with your brand. Being a Sponsor provides an opportunity for your brand to gain extensive exposure among a targeted audience. Your logo, products, and services will be prominently displayed, increasing visibility, and creating brand awareness. Don’t miss out - book early! Contact us now

The satellite industry is facing an exciting and challenging future like never before. Major opportunities abound with Ground Segment Digitization, Space Sustainability, Cybersecurity, Launch Activities, LEO Constellations, and Enterprise just some of the areas where satellite has a key role as the world moves relentlessly forward. The global ground station market – predicted to double in size to around $110 billion US dollars by 2028.

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Day 2

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ABOUT THE EVENT

Explore the exciting world of Ground Segment

Hear from the leading experts

Speakers

The Rt Hon Lord Willetts FRS, HonFREng was appointed Chair of the UK Space Agency in April 2022. Lord Willetts served as Minister for Universities and Science (2010-2014). He served as a Member of the ESA Expert Group on the Future of Space in Europe.

Chair of UK Space Agency

Lord David Willetts

Jean-Jacques Dordain (born 14 April 1946) was Director General of the European Space Agency between 2003 and 2015. In 1998 he was Executive Secretary at the Japanese Space Agency (then NASDA, now JAXA) and later started as Director of Launchers at ESA, where he became Director General in July 2003.

The sixth Director General of ESA, serving from 2003 to 2015

Jean-Jacques Dordain

With over 20 years of experience in networking, spectrum management, and satellite regulations, Mr Timothy Adi Ashong has proven his dedication to the advancement of Africa’s telecom sector.

Secretary General, Regional African Satellite Communication Organization

Timothy (Adi) Ashong

Jaime has spent 20 years in the space industry as a systems engineer and project manager working on some of the most complex ground, satellite and software systems for clients including the European Space Agency and NASA. Jaime has a Doctorate in Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics and is a Chartered Engineer.

Vice President, Space Data, Platforms and Applications, CGI

Dr. Jaime Reed

Dr. Eleni Patouni is currently the moderator of the European Defence Agency (EDA) Capability Technology Working Group Space. She joined EDA in 2020 and she led the reorganisation of the agency’s R&T activities for space defence.

Project Officer at European Defence Agency (EDA)

Dr. Eleni Patouni

Roy has more than 30 years working across Space, Defence and Intelligence sectors in the UK, US and Europe for CGI. Additionally, Roy is vice-chairman of the UK Satellite Telecom Committee. Roy works with many of the world's most important and innovative space organisations to help them thrive in today's hyper-competitive space and business ecosystems.

Director Consulting Services, Space & Satcom, CGI

Roy Dalton

Alex Sinclair is the Chief Technology Officer for the GSMA. He has held this position since 2005, having joined the organisation in 2003. In this role, Alex is responsible for driving the technology direction of the GSMA and working with its membership to execute key technology initiatives.

Chief Technology Officer, GSMA

Alex Sinclair

Henny is Head of Telecomms at the UK Space Agency where he is responsible for delivering the UK’s satellite and lunar comms programmes. Since 2018 he has played a pivotal role in delivering over a hundred innovation programmes and activities, covering areas from low-cost user terminals to developing end to end infrastructures in new and emerging satellite markets.

Head of Telecommunications
UK Space Agency

Henny Sands

Kevin joined ETL Systems in 2023 as Chief Executive Officer. He has over 20 years’ experience in RF Systems within Satellite and Defence communications markets.

CEO, ETL Systems

Kevin Dunne

John Yates has 35 years’ experience in the commercial satellite communications sector.John co-founded Atheras Analytics with Dr. Spiros Ventouras in 2020.

Managing Director, Atheras Analytics

John Yates

Michele Di Paolo is currently the Director of Business Development and PLM at SpaceBridge Inc. He previously held a role as the VP of Mobile Network Operator Business Development at Comtech EF Data. With a background in satellite sales and marketing, Michele has experience in product management and business development within the telecommunications industry.

Director Of Business Development and PLM, Spacebridge

Michele Di Paolo

Professor Aniko Ekárt is Professor in Computer Science at Aston University, specialising in Artificial Intelligence. Anikó is Director of the Aston Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Application (ACAIRA).

Professor of Artificial Intelligence at Aston University

Professor Anikó Ekárt

Under Isabelle’s leadership, GSOA and its member CEOs lead the effort to showcase the benefits of satellite communications for a more inclusive and secure society – vital to bridging the world’s digital divide, achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and realizing the 5G ecosystem.

Director General
GSOA

Isabelle Mauro

Antonio Franchi works at the European Space Agency as the Head of the 5G/6G NTN Programme Office in the Connectivity and Secure Communications Directorate. Antonio has over 30 years of experience in the satellite telecommunications industry.

Head of Space for 5G and 6G Strategic Programme
European Space Agency

Antonio Franchi

Randall Barney is the Director of the Certification and Membership programs for the World Teleport Association. Responsible for membership management and services, he is the project manager for WTA’s continuing program of research as well as the Teleport Certification program.

Director of Certification & Membership, WTA

Randall Barney

Elisabeth Tweedie’s entire career has been focused on commercial satellites, telecommunications and broadcasting, specifically in the highly specialized area of evaluating the long term potential for new ventures, initiating their development and finding and developing appropriate alliances.

Founder
Definitive Direction

Elisabeth Tweedie

Phil Beecher is President and CEO of Wi-SUN Alliance, an industry organisation that seeks to accelerate the implementation of smart cities, smart utilities, smart grids and other large-scale outdoor Internet of Things (IoT) applications by enabling the global adoption of interoperable solutions based on open standards.

President & Chief Executive Officer, Wi-Sun Alliance

Phil Beecher

Alexis Martin has been supporting regulations, policy and spectrum matters across the satellite industry since the early 2000s when he started as a spectrum engineer with Airbus (formerly known as Astrium).
Since then, Alexis has held key positions across the satellite industry supporting regulations, strategy, market intelligence the likes of Airbus, Avanti and SES.

Chief Consulting Officer, River Advisers

Alexis Martin

Chair of Smart Industry Working Group, LoRa Alliance

Eric Hewitson

With over 30 years industry experience Craig plays a valuable role in driving and executing the Broadband Forum’s strategy. He leads the growth and development of the Broadband Forum, ensuring it is capable of delivering on its long-term vision.

Chief Executive Officer, Broadband Forum

Craig Thomas

Matthew is an experienced director with a 30-year track record working in the marine industry. A graduate naval architect by vocation and training, Matthew has a strong technical and design background with significant manufacturing and commercial experience, including project management and new business development.

Managing Director, Zero USV

Matthew Ratsey

Ian is the entrepreneur founder of Goonhilly Earth Station. They have recently helped three different organisations land missions on the Moon. Ian has recently established a new consultancy (Ibbynet Ltd) looking at the future of space ground segment and space communications. Ian has received an OBE for services to Space Communications.

Managing Director: Ibbynet Ltd, Founder: Goonhilly Earth Station Ltd

Ian Jones

Currently, Andreas is heading standardization activities in the IoT area for Deutsche Telekom group (DTAG). In this role he ensures that appropriate standards for IoT are being developed, selected, and introduced within DTAG.

Head of IoT Standards Development, Deutsche Telekom

Andreas Neubacher

Strategic Account and BD Director, EMEA, Kratos

Marke Clinger

SKYNET 6 Project Manager, UK MOD

Peter Lymn

Partner & Managing Director, Novaspace

Carla Filotico

MilSatCom Solutions Lead, Airbus

Steve Rowland MBA

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Experience the world of Ground Segment

Great reasons to attend

Unlocking the Future: Strategies in Satellite Ground Segment 2024

SSGS 2024 will feature comprehensive technical sessions covering a wide range of topics, including satellite communication protocols, ground station automation, antenna technologies, and network security. Experts from around the globe will share their knowledge and insights, providing attendees with a deep understanding of the current state of the industry and future trends.

Leading Industry Experts

SSGS 2024 will include debate on the effect on the Ground Eco System from next generation satellite systems, where Satellite sits in the Telecoms Eco System, how the Ground Segment is delivering solutions across the enterprise sector, cybersecurity, mobility and much more besides.

Two Days of Discussion

SSGS 2024 comes at a time when the satellite industry continues to evolve and the ground segment market lies at the very epicentre of all that is going on. Network with your peers and get answers to all the questions that matter.

Networking

On the evening of the first day a Reception Event is being held.  Attendees will have the chance to connect with industry leaders, fellow professionals, and potential collaborators. We will also be announcing the SSGS 2024 Award Winners.

Reception & Awards Event

Welcome to the venue of the conference! We are delighted to invite you to join us in the London for the Strategies in Satellite Ground Segment 2024 Conference. The venue is a conveniently situated in central London, across the River from the Houses of Parliament. The Park Plaza London Riverbank provides the perfect environment for a productive and enjoyable conference experience.

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Park Plaza London Riverbank

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Talk Satellite and Satellite Evolution Group present the Strategies in Satellite Ground Segment 2024 Conference (SSGS), a true gathering of international satellite leaders. As the industry continues to rapidly evolve, this conference offers a unique platform to gain insights from leading experts, network with key players, and explore innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of connectivity and bandwidth. With a focus on fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, this event provides a comprehensive understanding of the latest advancements in satellite ground segment technologies, enabling attendees to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive and dynamic market. Request your Sponsorship Brochure now!

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  • Over 240 high-level delegates will attend the event. Save your spot asap!

  • We are offering two types of ticket. Prices cover both days. The Executive and Military/Government tickets cover access to the Evening Cocktail Event:

    • Executive: £660 plus Service Charge

    • Military/Government: £540 plus Service Charge

    • For a Media Pass please contact Brian Dolby

  • To discuss Speaker and Sponsorship Opportunities - Please contact Kevin French, Event Director using the Contact Form

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