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THE 2nd EO
COMMERCIALISATION
FORUM

27-28 November 2024 | KAP Europa, Frankfurt

SUMMARY

Taking place at KAP Europa in Frankfurt (Germany), from 27 to 28 November 2024, end users, institutions, entrepreneurs and companies of any size from the Earth observation (EO) sector will come together to discuss the commercial potentials and challenges of the fast-growing EO commercial space sector.

The proposed theme for the 2nd CommEO is at the intersection between ‘Earth and climate initiatives’ and EO commercialisation: “Addressing climate challenges and opportunities with Earth observation for human and planet prosperity”.

Advancing commercial space in Europe is a vital component of ESA’s Agenda 2025, and the fast-growing EO sector has an abundance of possibilities that private businesses can capitalise on, from satellites and ground infrastructure to value-added services that address real-world needs with information from space.

All elements of the EO value chain will be addressed, with a focus on businesses, end users, relevant policies, and financial aspects as well as industrial and technical perspectives. The attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the market trends, key drivers and challenges the industry is facing, together with governmental policies, funding opportunities and commercialisation strategies.

Come to meet institutions, industry leaders, senior executives, start-ups, private and public investors and entrepreneurs, to connect with potential partners.

The event will include keynote speeches, panel discussions, demo corners and matchmaking opportunities with ESA and private investors.

CommEO Speakers

  Simonetta Cheli
Simonetta Cheli
Director of Earth Observation Programme, ESA
  Josef Aschbacher
Josef Aschbacher
ESA Director General
  Geraldine Naja
Geraldine Naja
Director of Commercialisation, Industry & Competitiveness, ESA
  Giuseppe Borghi
Giuseppe Borghi
Head of ESA Φ-lab Division, ESA
  Rune Floberghagen
Rune Floberghagen
Head of ESA Climate Action, Sustainability and Science Department, ESA
  Alexander MacDonald
Alexander MacDonald
Chief Economist, NASA
  Juan Tomas Hernani
Juan Tomas Hernani
CEO, Stellantis
  Sebastien Tailhades
Sebastien Tailhades
Domain Manager Earth Observation, OHB SE
  Markus Moeller
Markus Moeller
Member of the Management Board, OHB SE
  MORE SPEAKERS
MORE SPEAKERS
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PROGRAMME

2nd EO Commercialisation Forum programme

CommEO
AWARD

Are you an entrepreneur looking for increasing the visibility of your business? Then submit your idea to the EO Comm Award!

The top 3 applicants will pitch their idea at the 2nd ESA EO Commercialization Forum

SUBMIT YOUR IDEA

MATCHMAKING SESSION

ESA and investors will meet industries to explore the possibility of new business opportunities

REGISTER INTEREST

DEMO CORNERS

Selected companies will showcase their products and their achievements

Apply before 31 August to showcase your company’s products at CommEO
APPLY NOW