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Session 01

Launch Mission Service

In this session, leading global launch service providers will explore the full spectrum of mission launch—from vehicle selection to end-to-end mission management. Through strategic insights and real-world cases, the session will highlight how tailored solutions are delivered and how launch services are evolving within the rapidly changing space industry.

  • 10:00~10:07

    Session 1-1

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    Win Marshal J. Bronzewall

    Innospace

    Chief Global Business Officer

  • 10:07~10:14

    Session 1-2

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    Sébastien Duménil

    Exotrail

    Chief Commercial Officer(CCO)

  • 10:14~10:21

    Session 1-3

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    Jean Philippe Divo

    Impulse Space

    Director / Business Development

  • 10:21~10:28

    Session 1-4

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    Kier Fortier

    Exolaunch

    VP / Global Business Development

  • 10:28~10:35

    Session 1-5

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    Sandy Tirtey

    Rocketlab

    Senior Director, Global Launch Services

  • 10:35~10:58

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Keejoo Lee

      InterGravity Technologies Corporation

      CEO / Chief Executive

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      Speaker

      Win Marshal J. Bronzewall

      Innospace

      Chief Global Business Officer

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      Sébastien Duménil

      Exotrail

      Chief Commercial Officer(CCO)

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      Jean Philippe Divo

      Impulse Space

      Director / Business Development

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      Kier Fortier

      Exolaunch

      VP / Global Business Development

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      Sandy Tirtey

      Rocketlab

      Senior Director, Global Launch Services

Session 02

Satellite as a Service (SaaS) EO

Satellite as a Service (SaaS) for Earth Observation is a business model that enables users to access satellite data without owning or operating satellites. By outsourcing satellite launch, operations, and data processing, customers can easily obtain EO data for specific times and locations. This approach reduces costs and complexity, opening new possibilities for industries such as agriculture, energy, and environmental monitoring.

  • 10:58~11:05

    Session 2-1

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    Tina GHATAORE

    AEROSPACELAB

    Global Chief Strategy & Revenue Officer / CEO of North America

  • 11:05~11:12

    Session 2-2

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    Giuseppe Sisinni

    EnduroSat

    Co-Founder / Head of Business

  • 11:12~11:19

    Session 2-3

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    Mykolas Savickas

    Kongsberg NanoAvionics

    Business Development / Manager

  • 11:19~11:26

    Session 2-4

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    Dalia Kutkaite Qvist

    GomSpace

    Sales / Head of Sales and Marketing

  • 11:26~11:49

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Ustina Choi

      CONTEC

      International Cooperation Manager

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      Speaker

      Tina GHATAORE

      AEROSPACELAB

      Global Chief Strategy & Revenue Officer / CEO of North America

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      Speaker

      Giuseppe Sisinni

      EnduroSat

      Co-Founder / Head of Business

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      Mykolas Savickas

      Kongsberg NanoAvionics

      Business Development / Manager

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      Dalia Kutkaite Qvist

      GomSpace

      Sales / Head of Sales and Marketing

Session 03

Satellite as a Service (SaaS) SAR

Satellite as a Service (SaaS) for SAR provides reliable access to high-resolution radar imagery, unaffected by weather or lighting conditions. Without owning or operating satellites, users can obtain SAR data on demand or through scheduled services. This model is particularly valuable for disaster response, land monitoring, maritime surveillance, and other critical applications.

  • 13:30~13:37

    Session 3-1

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    Andrey Shumakov

    ICEYE

    Regional Data Sales Director / Data Line of Business

  • 13:37~13:44

    Session 3-2

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    Vincent Kessler

    Synspective Inc.

    General Manager / Synspective SG Pte Ltd

  • 13:44~13:51

    Session 3-3

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    Rex Tan

    Capella Space

    Solutions Engineer

  • 13:51~14:14

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Dr. Heein Yang

      CONTEC

      Principal Research Engineer / Head of Department

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      Speaker

      Andrey Shumakov

      ICEYE

      Regional Data Sales Director / Data Line of Business

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      Vincent Kessler

      Synspective Inc.

      General Manager / Synspective SG Pte Ltd

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      Rex Tan

      Capella Space

      Solutions Engineer

Session 04

Satellite Subsystems/Payload

Satellite subsystems and payloads are the core components that enable satellites to perform their missions. While subsystems manage essential functions such as power supply, attitude control, and communication, payloads are responsible for mission-specific tasks like Earth observation, communications, or scientific research. This session will showcase cutting-edge satellite technologies and applications from leading companies around the world.

  • 14:14~14:21

    Session 4-1

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    FEI XING

    Tsinghua University

    Professor

  • 14:21~14:28

    Session 4-2

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    Jun Asakawa

    Pale Blue Inc.

    Co-Founder & CEO

  • 14:28~14:35

    Session 4-3

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    JOHANNES FRANCOIS DU TOIT

    SIMERA SENSE (PTY) LTD

    Chief Executive Officer

  • 14:35~14:42

    Session 4-4

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    Beket Tulegenov

    Ghalam

    Technical design bureau / Deputy head

  • 14:42~14:49

    Session 4-5

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    Markus Abele

    Ariane Group GmbH

    Senior Business Development Manager

  • 14:49~15:12

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Sangdawn Kim

      Starburst

      Managing Director / Korea, Managing Director

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      FEI XING

      Tsinghua University

      Professor

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      Jun Asakawa

      Pale Blue Inc.

      Co-Founder & CEO

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      JOHANNES FRANCOIS DU TOIT

      SIMERA SENSE (PTY) LTD

      Chief Executive Officer

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      Beket Tulegenov

      Ghalam

      Technical design bureau / Deputy head

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      Markus Abele

      Ariane Group GmbH

      Senior Business Development Manager

Session 05

Satellite Communications

Satellite communications provide essential connectivity by linking ground stations and satellites to deliver reliable coverage across vast regions. With the rise of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellations, high-speed and low-latency global connectivity is becoming a reality. This session explores the evolution of satellite communication technologies and emerging business models shaping the future of global connectivity.

  • 15:27~15:34

    Session 5-1

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    MI KYOUNG KIM

    APSI

    Research Director / Managing Director

  • 15:34~15:41

    Session 5-2

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    Kevin Choi

    KT Sat

    EVP / CTO

  • 15:41~15:48

    Session 5-3

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    Dr. Regis Grasser

    Bertin Technologies

    CTO for photonics / SatCom dev manager

  • 15:48~15:55

    Session 5-4

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    Eyal Trachtman

    Addvalue Innovation

    Vice President, Business Development / Intersatellite Data Relay System

  • 15:55~16:18

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Jay Jeong

      APSI

      International Cooperation Team Leader

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      MI KYOUNG KIM

      APSI

      Research Director / Managing Director

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      Kevin Choi

      KT Sat

      EVP / CTO

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      Speaker

      Dr. Regis Grasser

      Bertin Technologies

      CTO for photonics / SatCom dev manager

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      Speaker

      Eyal Trachtman

      Addvalue Innovation

      Vice President, Business Development / Intersatellite Data Relay System

Session 06

Lunar / Space Exploration

Lunar and space exploration represent humanity’s effort to expand beyond Earth, encompassing missions such as lunar base construction, planetary exploration, and space resource utilization. These endeavors drive the advancement of next-generation space technologies and lay the foundation for a sustainable space ecosystem.

  • 16:18~16:25

    Session 6-1

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    Jaehong Park

    Korea AeroSpace Administration

    Deputy Director

  • 16:25~16:32

    Session 6-2

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    KangSan (Antonio) Kim (Stark)

    ispace, inc.

    Global Alliance Lead

  • 16:32~16:39

    Session 6-3

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    Michele Del Mastro

    Anywaves

    Technical Sales Manager / Sales & Marketing Department

  • 16:39~17:09

    Panel Discussion

Opening

The Opening Ceremony of ISS 2025 marks the official beginning of the event, featuring welcome remarks and congratulatory speeches from key figures, setting the tone and vision for the days ahead.

  • 10:03~10:08

    Opening Speech

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    Dr. Sunghee Lee

    CONTEC Space Group

    Chairman

  • 10:08~10:11

    Welcome Message

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    Jang Woo Lee

    Daejeon Metropolitan City

    Mayor

  • 10:11~10:26

    Congratulatory Message

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      Speaker

      Jung-a Hwang

      National Assembly of the Republic of Korea

      Member of the National Assembly

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      Speaker

      Jong Gun Seok

      Defense Acquisition Program Administration

      Minister of Defense Acquisition Program Administration

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      Speaker

      SANGCHUL LEE

      Korea Aerospace Research Institute

      President

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      Speaker

      Geon Wan Lee

      Agency for Defense Development

      President of the Agency for Defense Development

VIP Booth Tour

Under the guidance of Dr.Choi Ustina, participants will have the opportunity to visit the booths of leading space companies, gaining valuable insights and engaging in in-depth information exchange.

  • 10:45~11:00

    VIP Booth Tour

Keynote Speech

As a key session that sets the direction and highlights core issues, the keynote features leading figures from the global space industry. Through this session, they will share insights into the future of the space sector and present innovative strategies, offering participants a broader perspective.

  • 11:10~11:25

    Keynote Speech

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    John Lee

    Korea AeroSpace Administration

    Vice Administrator of the Mission Directorates, Korea AeroSpace Administration

Session 07

Ground Station Manufacturing

Ground station manufacturing involves the development of key infrastructure enabling communication with satellites. This includes the design and production of antennas, RF systems, and control software. Advanced ground station technology enhances the accuracy and efficiency of satellite data reception, serving as a critical link in the space industry.

  • 11:25~11:32

    Session 7-1

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    Maxime DAVID

    SAFRAN DATA SYSTEMS

    Sales manager - Satellite Tracking Antennas

  • 11:32~11:39

    Session 7-2

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    Erik Ramirez

    Viasat

    Business Development Director / Earth Observation / Satcom - APEC & LATAM

  • 11:39~11:46

    Session 7-3

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    JINSEOK LEE

    XMW Inc.

    CEO

  • 11:46~11:53

    Session 7-4

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    Stephen Lu

    Kratos

    Sales / Director of Sales APAC

  • 11:53~12:16

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Dr. Sunghee Lee

      CONTEC Space Group

      Chairman

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      Speaker

      Maxime DAVID

      SAFRAN DATA SYSTEMS

      Sales manager - Satellite Tracking Antennas

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      Speaker

      Erik Ramirez

      Viasat

      Business Development Director / Earth Observation / Satcom - APEC & LATAM

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      JINSEOK LEE

      XMW Inc.

      CEO

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      Stephen Lu

      Kratos

      Sales / Director of Sales APAC

Session 08

GSaaS

GSaaS (Ground Station as a Service) is a cloud-based solution that enables satellite operators to communicate with their satellites without building and maintaining their own ground stations. By utilizing a global network of ground stations, GSaaS reduces latency, lowers operational costs, and provides scalable and flexible satellite operations.

  • 13:55~14:02

    Session 8-1

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    Christopher Richins

    RBC Signals

    Founder / Chief Strategy Officer

  • 14:02~14:09

    Session 8-2

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    Mr. Edvard Foss

    KSAT

    General Manager of HYPER

  • 14:09~14:16

    Session 8-3

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    Fredrik Gisle

    SSC - Swedish Space Corporation

    Manager / Head of market region APAC

  • 14:16~14:23

    Session 8-4

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    Ludovic Court

    LeafSpace

    Head of Business Development

  • 14:23~14:30

    Session 8-5

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    Naomi Kurahara

    Infostellar

    CEO

  • 14:30~14:53

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Ustina Choi

      CONTEC

      International Cooperation Manager

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      Speaker

      Christopher Richins

      RBC Signals

      Founder / Chief Strategy Officer

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      Mr. Edvard Foss

      KSAT

      General Manager of HYPER

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      Speaker

      Fredrik Gisle

      SSC - Swedish Space Corporation

      Manager / Head of market region APAC

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      Speaker

      Ludovic Court

      LeafSpace

      Head of Business Development

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      Speaker

      Naomi Kurahara

      Infostellar

      CEO

Keynote Speech

As a key session that sets the direction and highlights core issues, the keynote features leading figures from the global space industry. Through this session, they will share insights into the future of the space sector and present innovative strategies, offering participants a broader perspective.

  • 14:53~15:08

    Keynote Speech

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    Dr. Hyunjoo Choi

    Agency for Defense Development

    Principal Researcher

Session 09

Space Defense

Space defense encompasses strategies and technologies designed to protect national assets in space and respond to potential threats. It includes satellite communication protection, space situational awareness (SSA), and counter-space defense systems. As space becomes increasingly contested and congested, space defense plays a vital role in ensuring national security and maintaining strategic advantage.

  • 15:08~15:15

    Session 9-1

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    Pacome Revillon

    Novaspace

    CEO

  • 15:15~15:22

    Session 9-2

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    Byung Hoon Oh

    Republic of Korea Air Force

    Lt. Col. / ROKAF Space Center Chief, Space Policy

  • 15:22~15:29

    Session 9-3

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    Jihong Kim

    KAI(Korea Aerospace Industries, LTD.)

    Chief & EVP, Advanced Institute of Convergence Technology

  • 15:29~15:36

    Session 9-4

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    Seonghwan Choi

    Hanwha Systems

    Senior Advisor at Hanwha Systems

  • 15:36~15:43

    Session 9-5

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    Jong pil Kim

    LIG Nex1

    Vice President / Head of Research

  • 15:43~16:06

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Heon Joo Jung

      Aerospace Strategy and Technology Institute, Yonsei University

      Professor / Director

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      Pacome Revillon

      Novaspace

      CEO

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      Speaker

      Byung Hoon Oh

      Republic of Korea Air Force

      Lt. Col. / ROKAF Space Center Chief, Space Policy

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      Speaker

      Jihong Kim

      KAI(Korea Aerospace Industries, LTD.)

      Chief & EVP, Advanced Institute of Convergence Technology

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      Speaker

      Seonghwan Choi

      Hanwha Systems

      Senior Advisor at Hanwha Systems

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      Speaker

      Jong pil Kim

      LIG Nex1

      Vice President / Head of Research

Session 10

Space Cyber Security

Space cyber security focuses on protecting space infrastructure—including satellites, ground stations, and communication networks—from cyber threats. Technologies such as encryption, authentication, and real-time threat detection are employed to counter satellite hacking, signal interference, and data breaches. As reliance on space assets grows, cyber security has become a critical component of both operational resilience and national security.

  • 16:21~16:28

    Session 10-1

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    DONGPHIL KIM

    The Attached Institute of ETRI

    Principle Researcher

  • 16:28~16:35

    Session 10-2

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    Daehee Jang

    Kyung Hee University

    Professor of the Department of Software Convergence

  • 16:35~16:42

    Session 10-3

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    Jiwon Yoon

    Korea University School of Cybersecurity

    Professor / Chair of Cyber Defense Department, Korea University

  • 16:42~16:49

    Session 10-4

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    Justin Kim

    Amazon Web Services Korea

    solutions architect manager / public sector, tech head

  • 16:49~17:12

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      INSU YUN

      KAIST

      Associate Professor

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      DONGPHIL KIM

      The Attached Institute of ETRI

      Principle Researcher

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      Daehee Jang

      Kyung Hee University

      Professor of the Department of Software Convergence

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      Speaker

      Jiwon Yoon

      Korea University School of Cybersecurity

      Professor / Chair of Cyber Defense Department, Korea University

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      Speaker

      Justin Kim

      Amazon Web Services Korea

      solutions architect manager / public sector, tech head

Keynote Speech

As a key session that sets the direction and highlights core issues, the keynote features leading figures from the global space industry. Through this session, they will share insights into the future of the space sector and present innovative strategies, offering participants a broader perspective.

  • 10:00~10:15

    Keynote Speech

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    Lee Jae-Woo

    The Korean Academy of Space Security(KASS)

    Chairman

Session 11

Space Law & Policy

Space law and policy provide the institutional framework that governs all aspects of space activities, including international cooperation, commercial space ventures, and the use and responsibility of space assets. Through treaties, national legislation, and policy frameworks, they ensure the peaceful use of space, protect the space environment, and guide industry development. In an era of rapid growth in the space sector, law and policy play a crucial role in enabling sustainable and responsible space operations.

  • 10:15~10:22

    Session 11-1

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    Yikang Kang

    Lee&Ko

    Partner

  • 10:22~10:29

    Session 11-2

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    Blaine Curcio

    Orbital Gateway Consulting

    Founder

  • 10:29~10:36

    Session 11-3

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    Kaiyrzhan Kozhayev

    Kazakhstan Gharysh Sapary

    Chairman of the Board

  • 10:36~10:43

    Session 11-4

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    Sangwoo Shin

    Korea Aerospace Research Institute

    Head / Senior Researcher

  • 10:36~10:50

    Session 11-5

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    Jacques Flies

    Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Embassy

    Ambassador

  • 10:50~11:13

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Jihyung Shin

      CONTEC

      International Cooperation Team Manager

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      Speaker

      Blaine Curcio

      Orbital Gateway Consulting

      Founder

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      Speaker

      Kaiyrzhan Kozhayev

      Kazakhstan Gharysh Sapary

      Chairman of the Board

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      Speaker

      Sangwoo Shin

      Korea Aerospace Research Institute

      Head / Senior Researcher

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      Speaker

      Jacques Flies

      Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Embassy

      Ambassador

Session 12

Satellite Imagery Analytics

Satellite imagery analytics involves interpreting high-resolution satellite data to detect changes, patterns, and objects on the Earth’s surface. Leveraging AI and machine learning, it supports applications across agriculture, defense, environmental monitoring, urban planning, and more—enabling faster and more accurate decision-making.

  • 11:20~11:27

    Session 12-1

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    Sangwoo Chung

    CONTEC Earth Service

    Manager / Global ES Biz

  • 11:27~11:34

    Session 12-2

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    Mike Small

    Maxar

    Defence and Security Leader APAC and EMEA

  • 11:34~11:41

    Session 12-3

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    Sapar Satayev

    Ionosphere institute

    Coordinator of International Projects

  • 11:48~12:21

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Mirza Muhammad Waqar

      CONTEC

      Manager, Satellite Image Application Team

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      Speaker

      Sangwoo Chung

      CONTEC Earth Service

      Manager / Global ES Biz

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      Speaker

      Mike Small

      Maxar

      Defence and Security Leader APAC and EMEA

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      Speaker

      Sapar Satayev

      Ionosphere institute

      Coordinator of International Projects

Session 13

FSO Communication / Quantum Key

FSO (Free Space Optics) is a high-speed, secure communication technology that transmits optical signals through the atmosphere—ideal for satellite-to-satellite or satellite-to-ground links.
Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) uses quantum mechanics to share encryption keys with unbreakable security, making it a key enabler of next-generation secure space communications.

  • 13:40~13:47

    Session 13-1

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    Laurynas Mačiulis

    Astrolight

    CEO

  • 13:47~13:54

    Session 13-2

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    Olivier Jacques-Sermet

    Cailabs

    VP Sales Lasercom

  • 13:54~14:01

    Session 13-3

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    Hirokazu Mori

    Warpspace

    Group Chief Strategy Officer / CEO at US office

  • 14:01~14:08

    Session 13-4

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    Dr. Ahmed Yousef

    LeO SPACE Inc.

    Senior Researcher

  • 14:08~14:15

    Session 13-5

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    Robert Bedington

    Speqtral

    Co-founder & CTO

  • 14:15~14:22

    Session 13-6

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    Dietmar Weinzinger

    ASA Astrosysteme GmbH

    Business development / Sales

  • 14:22~14:45

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Pacome Revillion

      Novaspace

      CEO

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      Speaker

      Laurynas Mačiulis

      Astrolight

      CEO

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      Speaker

      Olivier Jacques-Sermet

      Cailabs

      VP Sales Lasercom

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      Speaker

      Hirokazu Mori

      Warpspace

      Group Chief Strategy Officer / CEO at US office

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      Speaker

      Dr. Ahmed Yousef

      LeO SPACE Inc.

      Senior Researcher

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      Speaker

      Robert Bedington

      Speqtral

      Co-founder & CTO

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      Dietmar Weinzinger

      ASA Astrosysteme GmbH

      Business development / Sales

Session 14

SSA/ Space Sustainability

Space Situational Awareness (SSA) involves tracking objects, predicting collisions, and monitoring space debris to ensure safe operations in space.
Space sustainability refers to the responsible and long-term use of outer space, aiming to preserve the orbital environment for current and future generations. It has become a vital goal in the global space community.

  • 14:55~15:02

    Session 14-1

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    Daniele Luchena

    ARCA Dynamics

    CEO / Co-founder

  • 15:02~15:09

    Session 14-2

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    Maher Khoury

    Leolabs

    Senior Vice President / International Sales

  • 15:09~15:16

    Session 14-3

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    Alban de CRÉMIERS

    LookUp Space

    General Manager

  • 15:16~15:39

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Ustina Choi

      CONTEC

      International Cooperation Manager

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      Speaker

      Daniele Luchena

      ARCA Dynamics

      CEO / Co-founder

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      Speaker

      Maher Khoury

      Leolabs

      Senior Vice President / International Sales

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      Alban de CRÉMIERS

      LookUp Space

      General Manager

Session 15

Startup pitching

Promising startups from around the globe will present their technologies and operate exhibition booths, creating opportunities for growth by engaging with investors and potential collaboration partners.

  • 15:39~15:46

    Session 15-1

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    Jung-Hoon Kim

    Spacebeam Inc.

    CEO

  • 15:46~15:53

    Session 15-2

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    SungMoon Lee

    UZURO Tech Inc.

    CEO

  • 15:53~16:00

    Session 15-3

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    KEEJOO LEE

    InterGravity Technologies Corporation

    CEO / Chief Executive

  • 16:00~16:07

    Session 15-4

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    Dahyoung Jeon

    SIM2REAL Co.,Ltd

    CEO

  • 16:07~16:14

    Session 15-5

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    SUNG CHUL YOON

    SPEX Inc.

    CEO

  • 16:14~16:37

    Panel Discussion

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      Moderator

      Dr. Sunghee Lee

      CONTEC Space Group

      Chairman

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      Speaker

      Jung-Hoon Kim

      Spacebeam Inc.

      CEO

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      Speaker

      SungMoon Lee

      UZURO Tech Inc.

      CEO

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      Speaker

      KEEJOO LEE

      InterGravity Technologies Corporation

      CEO / Chief Executive

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      Speaker

      Dahyoung Jeon

      SIM2REAL Co.,Ltd

      CEO

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      Speaker

      SUNG CHUL YOON

      SPEX Inc.

      CEO