11 November The Financing and Engineering of Space Technology

This event chaired by Liveryman Guy Saxton, held jointly with the Engineers Livery Company, explored the strategic significance of the space industry, its technical maturity, investment horizons and risks. Space technology is fundamental to all aspects of everyday life, from weather forescasting, remote sensing, GPS and broadcasting, to everyday applications in electronics, telecommunications and gaming to hospitals, traffic lights and even white goods.  We brought together a panel of UK experts to present the opportunities and challenges to the UK manufacturing base, supply chains and the economy.

Panelists:

Sir Martin Sweeting OBE Executive Chairman SSTL chairman Surrey Space Centre,

Dr Alice Bunn International Director UK space agency (UK research) pictured above.

Will Whitehorn President UK space (trade association of UK space Industry) and former CEO Virgin Galactic

Nick Shave Inmarsat Vice President Strategic programmes