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IAC-19 — 70th International Astronautical Congress

E3. 32nd IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE POLICY, REGULATIONS AND ECONOMICS

This symposium, organized by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), will provide a systematic overview of the current trends in space policy, regulation and economics, by covering national as well as multilateral space policies and plans. The symposium also integrates the 34th IAA/IISL Scientific-Legal roundtable.

Coordinator

Jacques Masson
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Bernhard Schmidt-Tedd
Leuphana University — Germany

E3.1. International cooperation in using space for sustainable development: Towards a “Space2030” agenda

As the societal benefits of space technologies and applications are growing, the international community has increasingly shifted its attention to their contributions to the global agendas on sustainability and development, in particular the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this regard, the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (UNCOPUOS) has decided to develop a “Space2030” agenda and its implementation plan. This session provides the opportunity to discuss potential elements of such an agenda, especially how international cooperation in space activities can contribute to these objectives.

Co-Chair

Isabelle Duvaux-Bechon
ESA - European Space Agency — France

Dumitru-Dorin Prunariu
Commission d'Astronautique de l'Academie Roumaine — Romania

Rapporteur

Alexander Soucek
Austrian Space Forum — Austria

Peter Stubbe
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

E3.2. 50 years after Apollo 11: The future of space exploration and innovation

50 years after humans first set foot on another celestial body, interest in space exploration is once again rising. Technological innovation, among other factors, has allowed both public and private actors to once again focus their energy beyond Earth orbit. However, today’s activities are characterized by cooperation rather than competition. This session provides an opportunity to reflect on lessons learned since Apollo 11 and to discuss the current challenges and opportunities in future space exploration missions.

Co-Chair

Nicolas Peter
International Space University (ISU) — France

Michael Simpson
International Institute of Space Commerce — Isle of Man

Rapporteur

Marc Haese
DLR, German Aerospace Center — Germany

Devanshu Ganatra
International Institute of Space Law (IISL) — United States

E3.3. Space Economics from Apollo to Tomorrow

Defining and evaluating the metrics, methodologies, and changing perspectives of the economic analysis of space and the applications of that analysis to the global and national benefits of space-related terrestrial activities.

Co-Chair

Henry Hertzfeld
Space Policy Institute, George Washington University — United States

Jean-Jacques Tortora
European Space Policy Institute (ESPI) — Austria

Rapporteur

Mahulena Hofmann
University of Luxembourg — Luxembourg

Ken Davidian
— United States

E3.4. Assuring a Safe, Secure and Sustainable Environment for Space Activities

Space Activities provide a wealth of increasing benefits for people on Earth. However, space actors have come to realize that the benefits of the space infrastructure for the world community depend on technical, legal, policy and political means to keep a safe, secure and sustainable space environment. This session will explore the progress being made within multilateral fora, the private sector and individual countries in supporting the goal of a safe, secure and sustainable space environment. It will focus on outcomes of the LTS Working Group at UNCOPUOS, Guidelines agreed upon, new initiatives for STM and the way forward.

Co-Chair

Ray A. Williamson
— United States

Jana Robinson
The Prague Security Studies Institute — Czech Republic

Rapporteur: Peter Stubbe
German Aerospace Center (DLR) — Germany

E3.5-E7.6. 34th IAA / IISL Scientific-Legal Roundtable: Mega Constellations and Microsatellites: challenges, including registration and liability

The 2019 Round Table will focus on the issues of mega constellations and microsatellites from both a legal and a technical perspective. The invited experts will share the analysis of the most pertinent issues, as well as views on how to approach this emerging trend in space activities successfully. There is a need to secure compliance with the principles of international space law, national regulatory regimes, as well as requirements for safe and sustainable conduct. Invited speakers: Moriba K. Jah (Univ. Of Austin, Texas), Ruth Pritchard Kelly (OneWeb), Stuart Eves (bis-space, UK), Luca Rossettini (D-Orbit, Italy), Berhard Schmidt-Tedd (DLR, Germany).

Co-Chair

Brian Havel
McGill Univeristy — Canada

Steven Mirmina
NASA Headquarters — United States

Rapporteur

Nicola Rohner-Willsch
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Marc Haese
DLR, German Aerospace Center — Germany

E3.6. Economics of Procurement in Space Contracting

For the major future institutional missions it is of vital importance for the public procurement authorities to have a solid and consolidated baseline prior to the initiation of the development phase. Such solid baseline needs to be supported and validated through a detailed assessment of the requirements in relation to the technologies available and under development. The new space era should go hand in hand with a new acquisition policy involving a progressive transfer of responsibilities and design authority to industry. This new distribution of responsibilities between the public sector and industry can become a reality as a result of different procurement policies such as joint proposal teams, joint dialogue phases and the concept of procurement as a service. Transfer to industry of the responsibility for the mission related technology preparation activities is another example. The economic impact of such approach could be substantial as it could lead to faster development times and earlier availability of the satellite functionalities / objectives. The session proposed will be structured with presentations and discussions by senior representatives from the public sector and industries, presenting a variety of different approaches proposed by the public procurement authorities and the experiences gained / views expressed by industry.

Co-Chair

Eric Morel de Westgaver
ESA - European Space Agency — France

Henry Hertzfeld
Space Policy Institute, George Washington University — United States

Rapporteur

Pieter Van Beekhuizen
Stichting Space Professionals Foundation (SSPF) — The Netherlands

Karina Miranda Sanchez
ESA — The Netherlands

E3.IP. Interactive Presentations - 32nd IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE POLICY, REGULATIONS AND ECONOMICS

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Policy, Regulations and Economics addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Jacques Masson
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Bernhard Schmidt-Tedd
Leuphana University — Germany