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Message from the President

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Program at a Glance

General Information

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On behalf of the Asia-Pacific Satellite Communications Council I am pleased to

welcome you to the Asia-Pacific Satellite Conference & Exhibition in Bangkok for

our 22nd annual conference and our third held in Thailand.

This year’s conference is all about connecting people around the region and the world, as

well as, providing a platform for business networking for our members and attendees.

We continue to face profound technological and business developments and come

together at this conference to better navigate the challenges and opportunities

that will face our industry in the years to come. On the positive side these include

more efficient satellites, launch and ground systems, broader geographic reach,

mission extension services and myriad new applications. On the negative side the

issues we face include spectrum loss, paradigm shifts in the video industry, orbital

debris and potentially obsolescent infrastructure.

APSCC has once again brought together industry leaders from across our industry sectors

and value chains to discuss the threats and opportunities presented by these changes

and offer insights into how we need to respond to continue to grow and prosper.

In addition to another great conference program APSCC continues its parallel Youth

Development Workshop to introduce our satellite and space industry to university stu-

dents and young professionals. Co-organized with the International Space University

(“ISU”), our Youth Workshop has become an annual feature of the conference and a

gateway for our industry to attract young talent to join our exciting and dynamic industry.

This year we continue our Young Talent Awards program for young professionals

under 35, working in the satellite/space industry in Asia-Pacific. This award pro-

gram is intended to recognize talented young space professionals who are making

significant contributions not only to their companies and our industry but also to

the broader Asia-Pacific community. And by this we not only reward our winners

but also the companies that have mentored them in making these contributions.

We have added a new conference component – the New Space Pitch Competition for

entrepreneurial satellite and space ventures. The participants will be offered mentor-

ing and investor advice as well as direction on creating and running successful com-

panies. The competition should be both informative and entertaining and a great

opportunity for the participants to get the word out about their projects and facilitate

networking with prospective partners, suppliers and users of their new services.

Finally, I would like to acknowledge and thank all of our sponsors. Their generous

support has enabled the APSCC, a non-profit association, to once again organize a

fabulous conference.

I wish you all a productive conference week and a terrific experience in Bangkok.

Gregg Daffner President, APSCC

Message from the President

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Dear Participants,

On behalf of the Program Committee, I would like to welcome you to Bangkok and

the 22nd APSCC Satellite Conference and Exhibition. The Asia Pacific satellite

industry continues to be very dynamic and all the issues that have preoccupied the

industry for the past several years remain front and center in our conference. The

mobile sector continues to encroach on satellite spectrum – a matter that is peak-

ing at WRC’19, currently underway in Egypt. MEO and LEO constellations are

launching, not only for communications, but a plethora of other services ranging

from IoT to radio occultation. And there is continued capacity pricing pressure

which, while an opportunity from the perspective of service providers, is driving

down top line revenues for many of the legacy GEO satellite operators and is also

having a strong knock-on effect on the manufacturing and launch sectors.

The Program Committee, as in previous years, has made a concerted effort bring a

wide range of industry veterans, local players, and new entrants to the conference.

These speakers are addressing both industry “standards” as well as “hot button

issues” and will ensure a diversity of content for the conference participants. The

first day of the program is focused on the “classics” of the geostationary communi-

cations market and the rapid changes this segment is undergoing. The second day

makes a concerted effort to highlight New Space players as well as present specif-

ic focus sessions on Thailand, China and India. The third day offers a number of

subject-specific discussions on a wide range of both emerging and critical issues

facing the industry, from blockchain and quantum encryption to speculation on the

outcome of key WRC’19 agenda items.

We are also pleased to introduce a new element in the APSCC Conference with the

launch of the first ever APSCC New Space Pitch Competition, which will cap off

the final day of the conference. This Pitch Competition will also bring together the

conference attendees with the students participating in APSCC’s 4th Youth

Development Workshop, which is co-presented by the International Space

University.

This welcome message would not be complete without expressing my personal

thanks to each member of the Program Committee for their guidance and support

over the last year to assemble what I consider to be the best conference program

to date. I would additionally like to thank Thaicom and mu Space for offering their

support to APSCC ensuring that the conference here in Bangkok runs smoothly.

Finally, I encourage the attendees of APSCC 2019 to offer their feedback on this

year’s program so we can make 2020 even better.

In closing, I wish all participants a very fruitful and successful conference.

Patrick M. French

Chair, APSCC 2019 Conference Committee

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Tuesday, 19 November09:00-09:10 Welcome Address: Gregg Daffner, President, APSCC09:10-09:30 Keynote Address: Takorn Tantasith, Secretary-General of the Office of

the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission09:30-10:50 Satellite Operators10:50-11:10 Morning Refreshments11:10-11:40 Satellite Broadcast11:40-12:10 1 on 1 Interview: Vorasit Lee, CEO, VLee Consulting12:10-12:30 Featured Speaker: The Role of Satellite in the Humanitarian Sector12:30-14:00 Welcome Luncheon 14:00-14:45 Mobility: In-Flight Connectivity14:45-15:30 Mobility: The Maritime SatCom Market15:30-15:50 Refreshments15:50-16:20 Featured Speaker: Commercial Space, Facts, Figures and Trend16:20-17:20 Satellite Manufacturing17:20-18:20 HTS18:20-18:25 FTV Update18:30-19:30 2019 APSCC Awards Ceremony19:30-20:30 APSCC 2019 Gala Dinner

Wednesday, 20 November09:00-09:30 Keynote: Clay Mowry, VP, Sales, Marketing & Customer Experience, Blue

Origin09:30-10:00 China Focus10:00-10:30 India Focus10:30-11:00 Morning Refreshments11:00-11:30 Thailand Focus11:30-12:00 1 on 1 Interview: Peter Cowhey, Dean, School of Global Policy and

Strategy at the University of California San Diego; Qualcomm Endowed Chair in Communications and Technology Policy

12:00-12:30 5G12:30-14:00 Networking Luncheon14:00-15:00 Constellations15:00-16:00 Commercial Launch16:00-16:30 Refreshments16:30-17:15 NewSpace: VC Incubators17:15-18:00 NewSpace: Startups in Asia18:30-20:00 APSCC 2019 Networking Reception

Thursday, 21 November09:00-09:30 Keynote: Tim Ellis, CEO & Co-founder, Relativity Space09:30-10:00 Ground Equipment10:00-10:30 IOT10:30-11:00 Morning Refreshments11:00-12:00 New Services Using Comsat Architectures and Products12:00-12:30 Blockchain & Quantum Encryption12:30-14:00 Networking Luncheon14:00-14:15 Featured Speaker: Outcome of WRC ‘19 - Key Issues14:15-15:15 Risk Management15:15-16:00 Closing Panel: APSCC Conference Recap16:00-16:30 Refreshments16:30-18:00 New Space Pitch Competition18:00-19:00 2019 APSCC Young Talent Awards Ceremony 19:00-20:00 APSCC 2019 Closing Reception

Program at a Glance

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APSCC 2019 Venue @ 4/F, InterContinental Bangkok

Conference Grand Ballroom 1

Refreshments & Exhibition Foyer of Grand Ballroom

Networking Events Grand Ballroom 2

Workshop President Room 1-2

Speaker Room Board Room

The registration desk is located in the foyer of Grand Ballroom.

The Meeting Lounge is located in the foyer of Grand Ballroom.

WiFi access code is available at the registration desk.

Speakers’ room is available to prepare the session with other panelists. This room

is open to conference panels only.

APSCC 2019 presentation materials will be posted on the website within two

weeks after APSCC 2019.

APSCC 2019 badges must be worn at all times for admittance to all conference

sessions and social events. There will be a US$50 charge to replace badges.

APSCC reserves the right to refuse entry or escort out any delegate without the

appropriate badge. All badges are non-transferable and transferring and sharing of

badges will result in confiscation of the badge and revocation of registration.

All APSCC 2019 delegates are reminded to turn off or set to silent mode all mobile

devices and other electric devices that may distract other delegates before attend-

ing a session. You are kindly requested to leave the room if you must answer your

phone.

Videotaping or audio recording of sessions as well as the authorized sales of mate-

rial is strictly prohibited.

Smoking is not permitted during any sessions or any networking events and in the

conference foyer or in the exhibition hall.

Registration Hours

Registration

Exhibit Hours

Meeting Lounge

Room for Speakers

WiFi Access

Presentation Material

Badges and admittance

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GMV

GMV is a trusted partner of leading Satellite Operators, Satellite Manufacturers

and Space Agencies worldwide. Since 1984, we provide engineering, software

development and systems integration in the areas of mission analysis, GNC,

robotics, satellite control, flight dynamics, payload management, data processing,

mission planning, navigation, on board software and applications. Involved in

more than 500 satellite missions and having a GMV’s portfolio of flight proven

products for satellite operations, today running in more than 200 satellites.

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Networking takes place not just during the formal program, but informally in the

hallway and at social events. APSCC 2019 provides a networking platform through

a variety of social events to bring together the various entities in the satellite com-

munity for communication and cooperation. Tickets of all networking events are

included in the conference registration fee.

Networking Program

APSCC 2019 Opening Ceremony

Venue Grand Ballroom 1, Level 4

Time 09:00 – 09:30

APSCC 2019 Welcome Luncheon

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Time 12:30 – 14:00

2019 APSCC Awards Ceremony


Time 18:30 – 19:30

APSCC 2019 Gala Dinner

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Time 19:30 – 20:30

Tuesday, 19 November

APSCC 2019 Networking Luncheon

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Time 12:30 – 14:00

APSCC 2019 Networking ReceptionSponsored by


Time 18:30 – 20:00

Wednesday, 20 November

APSCC 2019 Golf Masters

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Venue Muang Kaew Golf Course

Time 06:00 – 15:00

Departure at the lobby of Intercontinental Bangkok at 06:00 and tee-off at Muang Kaew Golf Course at 07:00. Registered golfers can attend only. For remaining seats, please contact the APSCC 2019 team at the Registration desk.

Friday, 22 November

APSCC 2019 Networking Luncheon

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Time 12:30 – 14:00

2019 APSCC Young Talent Awards

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Time 18:00 – 19:00

APSCC 2019 Closing Reception

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Venue Foyer of Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Time 19:00 – 20:00

Thursday, 21 November

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2019 APSCC Awards CeremonyNovember 19

“In recognition and appreciation of outstanding achievements and contributions to

the APAC Satellite Industry”

Each year APSCC recognizes outstanding organizations and individuals through the

APSCC Awards to honor industry veterans for their collaboration, guidance and

support in helping APSCC reach its mission as well as for their contribution to the

satellite industry.

The APSCC Awards recipients are acknowledged for their innovations and achieve-

ments in the industry, as well as their leadership in developing and expediting the

distribution of new services via satellite in the Asia-Pacific region. APSCC also has

recognized individuals who assisted in the formulation of policies, regulations and

technical standards in the industry through the awards.

Be at the 2019 APSCC Awards Ceremony on November 19!

APSCC Awards

2019 APSCC Young Talent AwardsNovember 21

“Recognizing the Best and Brightest Young Talent in the APAC Satellite Industry”

The APSCC Young Talent Awards is the latest initiative of the Asia Pacific Satellite

Communications Council to ensure a healthy future for the satellite industry and to

attract and retain young talent to the satellite and space industries in Asia-Pacific

region.

Join the 2019 APSCC Young Talent Awards Ceremony on November 21 - a meaningful

event in recognizing outstanding individuals who are early in their career as well as

encouraging students for careers in the satellite industry!


09:00-09:10 Welcome Address

09:10-09:30 Keynote

09:30-10:50 Satellite Operators: A Business in

Transition

10:50-11:10 Morning Refreshments

11:10-11:40 Satellite Broadcast

11:40-12:10 1 on 1 Interview

12:10-13:40 Welcome Luncheon

13:40-14:00 Featured Speaker: The Role of Satellite in

the Humanitarian Sector

14:00-14:30 Mobility: The Maritime SatCom Market

15:00-15:30 Mobility: Connected Vehicles

15:30-15:50 Refreshments

15:50-16:20 Featured Speaker: Commercial Space,

Facts, Figures and Trend

16:20-17:20 Satellite Manufacturing

17:20-18:20 HTS

18:30-19:30 2019 APSCC Awards Ceremony

19:30-20:30 APSCC 2019 Gala Dinner

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09:00-09:10 Welcome Address

by Gregg Daffner, President, APSCC

09:10-09:30 Keynote Address

by Takorn Tantasith, Secretary-General of the Office of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission

09:30-10:50 Satellite Operators: A Business in TransitionAs the pace of transformation in the satellite industry gathers momentum, satellite operators are left to wonder: how can growth be sustained in such a turbulent time? GEO operators all see the horizon where more HTS satellites and LEOs enter, and ever more capacity means lower ARPUs and more competition. And with video growth uneven at best, can data & mobility plays fill the gap created by oversupply and low priced capacity? One trend is clear: satellite operators must evolve their business from the legacy leasing model to a more dynamic strategy built on services and applications. Can satellite operators in Asia make this transition and secure the next wave of telecom-centric growth? This opening session will explore these critical questions and prognosticate on the future of the operator business.

Moderator Christopher Baugh, President, NSR

Speakers , Executive Vice President, APT Satellite, VP, China Satellite Communications Company

, President & CEO, KTSAT, COO, MEASAT

, President & CEO, PSN, Group President, Global Business Group,

SKY Perfect JSAT, Chief Commercial Officer, Thaicom

10:50-11:10 Morning Refreshments Sponsored by

11:10-11:40 Satellite BroadcastIt might very well be a new Golden Age of Television, but despite all the shininess, broadcasters are still struggling to figure out how the new rules of the game work – for that matter, how to get into the new game! While pure-play online services are proliferating, traditional cable and DTH broadcasters are still struggling to come up with workable business and technology models for their own OTT services. In the meantime, consumers increasingly want to watch what they want, when they want to watch it, on the device they want to watch. What is the role for satellite operators in this brave new world?

Moderator Christopher Slaughter, Strategic Advisor, APSCC

Speakers , Manager, Corporate Development Asia, SES, Managing Director, Next Step

11:40-12:10 1 on 1 Interview

by Vorasit Lee, CEO, VLee Consulting

Host Louis Boswell, CEO, Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA)

12:10-12:30 Featured Speaker: The Role of Satellite in the Humanitarian SectorDavid Hartshorn, CEO, Geeks Without Frontiers

12:30-14:00 Welcome Luncheon Sponsored by

14:00-15:00 Mobility: In-Flight ConnectivityThe IFC market is just scratching the surface in terms of market potential when measured against the number of aircraft currently installed and the large number that still needs to be outfitted globally. Increasing in-cabin penetration is another metric by which the mar-ket can be considered in its infancy. As such, service providers have placed bets on space & terminal technologies as well as capacity purchases. Yet, proving the business case and profitability in this sector has proven to be elusive. Commercial airlines continue to be reluctant and have questioned the potential profitability of the service given large CAPEX expenditures to be incurred. This session will discuss the prospects, nuances, risks and overall viability of IFC and the players competing in this field.

Moderator Jose Del Rosario, Research Director, NSR

Speakers , VP, Sales, Asia-Pacific, Gogo Inc, Director, Connectivity Solutions & Technology Sales,

Panasonic Avionics, SVP, Aero Global Mobility, Eutelsat

14:30-15:00 Mobility: The Maritime SatCom Market - Riding a Wave of Growth or Navigating through Rough WatersThere is no other solution that can address the maritime market other than satellite making vessels, energy platforms and other mission-critical assets a captive market. Premium pricing and services can thus be extract-ed by satellite operators and service providers in traditional high-value verticals such as military vessels, cruise ships and offshore oil platforms as well as generate volumes in Greenfield markets such as fishing vessels. However, trends in supply, competition and pricing have led to thinning margins and shorter term contracts. As new programs are launched including HTS and LEO constellations, what is or will be the new opportunities and new challenges that will characterize the market? How do players maintain or even improve growth in a quickly emerging competitive market dynamic?


Speakers , EVP, Products, Marketing, & Business Development, Speedcast, CTO/CIO, RigNet

15:00-15:30 Mobility: Connected Vehicles - Satellites Helping to Enable Our Autonomous Driving Future?The transportation industry of the future is likely to be very different from today. Cars, trucks, drones, and other vehicles will become increasingly automated, increasingly “smart”, and increasingly connected. With this auto-mation being enabled by connectivity, and with connected vehicles likely traveling through both urban and rural areas, there is implicitly a market for satellite. Here, we will discuss what this market might look like, what technological barriers to success exist today, and how these barriers are being taken down slowly but surely, in order to enable satellite to play as large a role as possible in the connected car market of the future.

Moderator Stephane Chenard, Senior Associate Consultant, Euroconsult

Speakers , SVP, Land Mobility, Kymeta, Chairman, China StarWin

15:30-15:50 Refreshments Sponsored by

15:50-16:20 Featured Speaker: Commercial Space, Facts, Figures and Trend

by Vivian Quenet, Managing Director & Head of Sales, ASEAN Office, Arianespace

16:20-17:20 Satellite ManufacturingEnvironment surrounding satellite manufacturing business has been dramatically changing. Low price with flex-ible/digital payload is the mandatory challenge for them to achieve, and to achieve this goal, ways to design, build, test and operate satellites will have to be changed from the traditional ways. Ones who are not willing to take the challenge or not able to achieve low cost may be destined to disappear from the market. In the mean-time, walls between GEO and LEO satellite productions are getting lower, if not disappearing. What will be a landscape of satellite manufacturing business in mid 2020’s? And what are keys to survive? Can they expect another growth? Satellite manufacturers will discuss these points.

Moderator Eddie Kato, Founder & President, HISe, Inc.

Speakers , VP, Commercial and Export Sales Space Systems, Airbus, VP, Marketing, Thales Alenia Space, VP, Business Development, MAXAR Technologies

, General Manager, Space Systems Department, Mitsubishi Electric Asia, Head, Perspective Project Department, ISS-Reshetnev

17:20-18:20 HTS: The Battle of GEO HTS and NGSO for the Broadband OpportunityThe Asian HTS market is heating following the deployment of more HTS capacity, and with new announce-ments or confirmation for both GEO and NGSO programs. The session, gathering lead executives from the eco-system, will focus on:

The ability of the new systems to boost the development of satellite broadband connectivity services in AsiaThe respective strengths of the different GEO and NGSO concepts under developmentKey challenges to overcome in the different countries and verticalsChanges in the business models, from raw to managed capacity and end to end servicing

Moderator Pacome Revillon, CEO, Euroconsult

Speakers , Regional Vice President, Asia Pacific, Intelsat, Vice President, Asia Pacific, Viasat

, Associate Vice President, Asia Pacific, Hughes, Head of Sales, Asia Pacific, Telesat

, Executive Chairman, Airspace Internet Exchange

18:30-19:30 2019 APSCC Awards Ceremony

19:30-20:30 APSCC 2019 Gala Dinner Sponsored by



09:10-09:30 Keynote

09:30-10:00 China Focus

10:00-10:30 India Focus


11:00-11:30 Thailand Focus

11:30-12:00 1 on 1 Interview

12:00-12:30 5G

12:10-13:40 Networking Luncheon

14:00-15:00 Constellations

15:00-16:00 Commercial Launch


16:30-17:15 NewSpace - VC Incubators

17:15-18:00 NewSpace - Startups in Asia

18:30-20:00 APSCC 2019 Networking Reception

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09:00-09:30 Keynote

by Clay Mowry, VP, Global Sales, Marketing & Customer Experience, Blue Origin

09:30-10:00 China FocusThe Chinese space industry is in the rapid growth stage of commercialization domestically, with dozens - by some estimates, more than 100 - of new companies having been estab-lished over the past few years. These new companies are targeting many parts of the space industry, but investment has been concentrated into small-medium launch services, smallsats, earth observation, and the development of applications ( in Chinese). Increasingly, Chinese companies are looking abroad--particularly to Belt and Road regions such as Southeast Asia - for both investment opportunities and as end markets. This panel will showcase several of China’s most exciting New Space companies, and discuss the ways that the Chinese space industry is commercializing, both at home and abroad.

Moderator Blaine Curcio, Senior Affiliate Consultant, Euroconsult Hong Kong

Speakers , Founder & CEO, Ultimate Blue Nebula, Founder & CEO, Landspace Technology

10:00-10:30 India FocusWith a mammoth election under its belt, India is now poised for a new wave of growth and development. Privatization of the Indian space industry is already listed in the “Blueprint 2.0” put forth by the newly elected party as one if its most important agen-das for the forthcoming 5 year term. The creation of “NewSpace India Pvt. Ltd.” – a cus-todian of the Indian Space Research Organization’s intellectual property sets the tone for exciting times ahead for the space industry in India. This panel will showcase sever-al of India’s most exciting New Space companies, and discuss the ways that the Indian space industry is evolving, and should continue to evolve, in the years to come.

Moderator Shagun Sachdeva, Senior Analyst, NSR

Speakers , Partner, Factum Law, Advisor, Astrome Technologies

, Founder & Director, Exseed Fund for Space


11:00-11:30 Thailand FocusThailand’s regulatory environment is changing and with it comes transformation of the country’s market dynamics. Both opportunities and threats will arise, impacting local, international, traditional and new/non-traditional satellite industry players. This session will explore the thrust of new regulations and what transformation hopes to bring to Thailand’s competitive landscape. More importantly, the impact of these new market conditions on key players that include Thaicom, the local incumbent as well as new players like mu Space that have entered the fray will be explored. Market openness, competition, capacity pricing, local risk taking, new applications that will be unleashed and the interplay of these elements will provide insights to Thailand’s satellite market of today and the shape the market will take in the next 10 years.


Speakers , VP, Satellite Communication Product Department, CAT Telecom Public Company Limited

, Chief Business Development Officer, mu Space Corp

, SVP & Head, Regulatory Affairs, Thaicom

11:30-12:00 1 on 1 Interview

by Peter Cowhey, Dean, School of Global Policy and Strategy at the University of California San Diego; Qualcomm Endowed Chair in Communications and Technology Policy

Host David Hartshorn, CEO, Geeks Without Frontiers (GEEKS)

12:00-12:30 5G Will Transform the Satellite Industry’s Fortunes by 2025... for Better or for Worse?By 2025, more than half of the world’s 5G connections - that’s 675 million, according to the GSM Association - will be established in Asia. SIM connections are projected to reach 4.8 billion throughout the greater Asia-Pacific market in the same timeframe. But fundamental questions remain unanswered regarding the satellite industry’s stake: Will the satellite sector be limited to providing backhaul for the “network of networks”? Or are there new use cases that will compel MNOs to leverage GEO and NGEO? Are the CAPEX / OPEX metrics for 5G cost prohibitive for rural connectivity?

Or will 5G focus on cities for the next 10 years? Will wireless interests continue to pursue the spec-trum that the satellite industry plans to use to support 5G rollouts? And what about 4G? Don’t miss this open-forum roundtable discussion where these and other burning questions will be answered.

Moderator David Hartshorn, CEO, Geeks Without Frontiers

Speakers , Manager, Global Teleport Service Team, KT SAT, SVP, Mobile Network Operators, Comtech EF Data, Co-Founder and COO, DigiAsia Bios

, Dean, School of Global Policy and Strategy at the University of California San Diego; Qualcomm Endowed Chair in Communications and Technology Policy

12:30-14:00 Networking Luncheon Sponsored by

14:00-15:00 Constellations: Real Revenue Streams or a Field of Dreams?With OneWeb’s recent and SpaceX’s upcoming launch of their respective constellations, 2019 is expected to be a significant year to silence the skepticism around the realization of some of these plans, at least in the short term. Sustainability, however, is a long-term game and will depend greatly on maintaining a steady revenue stream. The launch of Iridium’s first-generation constellation and its subsequent demise underlined the challenges associated with the constellations’ business model. So, how have things changed? Do the proposed revenue streams exist or will this result in over supply of capacity? How will the revenue pie be split amongst the existing and upcoming player? This panel will discuss some tough questions on the long term sustainability of constellations.

Moderator Shagun Sachdeva, Senior Analyst, NSR

Speakers , Chief Commercial Officer, OneWeb , CEO and Managing Director, Sky and Space Global

, VP, Global Fixed Data, SES Networks

15:00-16:00 Commercial Launch - No Problems in Supply. And Demand?The development of new launchers has never been more dynamic. On the heavy-lift side, all the main players are embarking on major upgrades to existing vehicles or replacing them with new-generation rockets. In the small-launch market, some 100 new vehicles have signaled at least initial development work. The demand side is more complicated. The larger vehicles face the continued slump in what used to be their principal market of launching geostationary-orbit telecommunications satellites. Many of the smaller vehicles are counting on multiple smallsat constellations. But how many will be built is uncertain. Will government demand decide the winners?

Moderator Peter de Selding, Editor, Space Intel Report

Speakers , EVP, China Great Wall Industry Corporation, VP & General Manager, Space Systems, MHI

, Director, Commercial Sales, SpaceX


16:30-17:15 NewSpace: VC IncubatorsVenture capitalism is driving new funding and new opportunities for growth in the space industry. It represents a crucial stage of potential financing for new entrepreneurs and has its own needs and requirements. This panel seeks to draw from global and regional leaders in venture capital to seek their views on the space indus-try and their investments in it and also their advice on how to guide entrepreneurs to successfully interact with this financing community.

Moderator , Founder & CEO, mu Space Corp

Speakers , Principal, Head, Research & Business Development, WERU Investment, Co-founder & Managing Partner, Break Off Capital

17:15-18:00 NewSpace: Startups in AsiaInnovative new space companies continue to thrive in the Asia Pacific region, as well as the rest of the world. The Asia Pacific-based startups on this panel will offer their perspective on the unique challenges and opportu-nities they face attracting business and investment.

Moderator David Mitlyng, COO, SpeQtral Quantum Technologies, Inc.

Speakers , CEO & Co-Founder, Transcelestial Technologies, President & CEO, Axelspace

, CTO, Infinite Orbits, COO, Astroscale

, VP, Products, Momentus Space

18:30-20:00 APSCC 2019 Networking Reception Sponsored by



09:00-09:30 Keynote

09:30-10:00 Ground Equipment

10:00-10:30 IOT


11:00-12:00 New Services Using Comsat

Architectures and Products

12:00-12:30 Blockchain & Quantum Encryption

12:30-14:00 Networking Luncheon

14:00-14:15 Featured Speaker: Outcome of WRC ‘19 -

Key Issues

14:15-15:15 Risk Management

15:15-16:00 Closing Panel - APSCC Conference Recap


16:30-18:00 NewSpace Pitch Competition

18:00-19:00 2019 Young Talent Awards Ceremony

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by Tim Ellis, CEO & Co-founder, Relativity Space

09:30-10:00 Ground Equipment: What Will LEO’s Use for Antennas?The proposed Non-Geostationary Satellite (NGSO) systems that are on the horizon will need ground antennas for backhaul plus both commercial and residential appli-cations. The biggest challenge will be if these operators choose to compete in the Direct To Home Internet market, as they will need relatively cheap flat panel anten-nas. They may elect to use community antennas and Wi-Fi to the homes. This ses-sion will look at the antenna market for NGOS both from the satellite operator and the antenna manufacturers’ perspective.

Moderator Peter Jackson, Director, PJ Square

Speakers , CEO, Integrasys, General Manager, Gilat India, Gilat Satellite Networks

10:00-10:30 IOT: How Will Satellites Fit into These New Networks?The number and type of new miniature sensors measuring everything from simple mass to chemical composition is growing exponentially. It is envisioned that in the not too distant future everything we buy will have some kind of sensing device embedded. The data capacity of 5G networks has been designed to transport this Internet of Things (IOT) information but what about the areas where 5G does not reach, can satellite meet this need? We will look at the opportunities IOT may pro-vide for the satellite industry.

Moderator Peter Jackson, Director, PJ Square

Speakers , Director, Telecommunications Strategy, Fleet Space Technologies

, Director, Business Development, ST Engineering iDirect


11:00-12:00 New Services Using Comsat Architectures and ProductsDuring the past couple of years, the APSCC annual conference pioneered to focus on discussing life extension services as a new and interesting service enterprise using existing space products and technologies, such as GEO comm. satellites and rendezvous & docking. This year, we have decided to expand the horizon to invite other new service offerings using GEO and LEO communications satellites and other space technologies. We are encouraged by those new services that could enlarge and widen the basis of the industry. There are wide varieties in this cate-gory. BIU and interim services, condosat arrangement, cyber security, IoT, etc. We will still address the status and updates on the life extension services.

Moderator Eddie Kato, Founder & President, HISe, Inc.

Speakers , VP, Operations and Business Development, Space Logistics LLC

, VP & COO, GEOshare LLC , CEO, GAPSAT, COO/CTO, Saturn Satellite Netowrks

12:00-12:30 Blockchain & Quantum EncryptionIn an industry filled with buzzwords and catchphrases, Blockchain and Quantum Encryption are among the buzziest. Both are set to change the world – but how? Blockchain, at its heart, is a public transaction ledger, but what does that have to do with satellites? And likewise, if quantum encryption is going to become the new standard in digital cryptography, how is the satellite industry involved? This ses-sion will answer these and more questions, presenting an introduction to the con-cepts and how they will affect our industry future.

Moderator Christopher Slaughter, Strategic Advisor, APSCC

Speakers , COO, SpeQtral Quantum Technologies, Inc., CEO, SpaceChain

12:30-14:00 Networking Luncheon Sponsored by

14:00-14:15 Featured Speaker: Outcome of WRC ‘19 - Key Issues

by , Advisor to Board of Directors, MEASAT

14:15-15:15 Risk Management: Seeking Shelter from Increased Activity?The reality of multi-satellite payload launches this year and the move from vision to reality for constellation operators will test differing strategies and risk management tools to deal with the increasing threat of space debris to space operations. When combined with the proliferation of new-technology spacecraft and small-sat launchers emerging globally, available at significantly lower cost and faster build-to-launch cycles, are we facing a perfect storm of risk? Are established GEO operators finding a safe harbor above the massing storm clouds? The Risk Management panel will bring together constituents from leading space and satellite companies, advisors, risk managers and financiers to discuss the changing paradigm risk management in space.

Moderator Jacqueline Chan, Partner, Milbank

Speakers , Global Head of Space, SCOR, Head, Space Risks, Beazley

, Global CEO, Marsh Space Projects, Marsh, Executive Director, Willis Towers Watson

, Partner, Milbank, SVP, Aon International Space Brokers

15:15-16:00 Closing Panel: APSCC Conference RecapAfter more than 20 panels and 100 + speakers over the past three days, our closing panel presents an oppor-tunity to summarize the state of the industry, as seen at this year’s conference. A lot of ground has been covered on a wide range of topics, so we will reflect on the insights provided by various speakers in a fast-moving session that will attempt to be both light-hearted and respectful. See how your key takeaways com-pare with those of our panelists, and whether or not you agree with their conclusions!

Moderator Gregg Daffner, President, APSCCChristopher Slaughter, Strategic Advisor, APSCC

Speakers , Consultant, Editor, Space Intel Report

, Regional Vice President, Asia-Pacific, Intelsat


16:30-18:00 New Space Pitch CompetitionAPSCC presents the New Space Pitch Competition at APSCC 2019. This new event aims to encourage New Space startups in Asia to share their thoughts on developing and growing the New Space economy in region with established satellite operators, manufacturers, and investors. This year six New Space entrepreneurs are presenting, representing a wide range of diverse Asia-Pacific business ideas from across the Asia-Pacific region, including launch, satellite, ground, on-orbit refueling, and robotics. Attendees are invited to also VOTE for the winner of the competition during the competition presentations.

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Airbus

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2018 it generated revenues of € 64 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. www.airbus.com

APT Satellite

Based in Hong Kong, APT Satellite Company Limited (“APT Satellite”) is a satellite company operating a fleet of five satellites, namely APSTAR-5C, APSTAR-6, APSTAR-6C, APSTAR-7, and APSTAR-9. The footprints of the fleet cover Asia (including Middle East), Oceania, and most part of Europe and Africa, extending services to over 75% of the world’s population. Currently distributing 600+ TV channels around the world including HBO, Disney, Sony Pictures, NBCU, EBU, GMA, TVBI, TVn, SKYNET, CSTV, Cosatech etc, APT Satellite is also supplying transponder capacity to a variety of telecom operators such as PCCW, Speedcast, Singtel, Panasonic, Etisalat, etc. www.apstar.com/en

Arianespace

Arianespace is the world’s commercial launch services leader. Arianespace has launched over 50 percent of the communications satellites in service today. Utilizing the Ariane 5, Soyuz and Vega family of launchers, Arianespace delivers a wide range of satellites to their desired orbits.

Arianespace’s Vega, Soyuz and Ariane launch vehicles allow operators to choose from the most reliable family of launchers.

A single launch contract with Arianespace allows access to a multitude of launcher options. Arianespace provides launch solutions for satellites of all sizes. www.arianespace.com

Comtech EF Data

Comtech EF Data Corp. is a leading supplier of communications equipment with a focus on satellite bandwidth efficiency and link optimization. Our high-performance satellite communications ground equipment is deployed globally to support mission-critical and demanding applications for government, mobile backhaul, premium enterprise and mobility. Service providers, satellite operators, governments and commercial users wanting to optimize communications, increase throughput and delight customers leverage the performance and flexibility of the Comtech brand. The solutions are facilitating fixed and mobile networks in 160+ countries and across every ocean. More info: www.comtechefdata.com

GEOshare

GEOshare is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lockheed Martin that operates as an independent entrepreneurial venture. GEOshare develops condosats for two or more owners to provide service from a designated orbital slot. With our two ever-increasing portfolios of payload missions and orbital slots, GEOshare matches customer payload missions with orbital locations, facilitating the entire process from construction to launch. GEOshare does all the work to close your business case, protect your orbital slots, and reduce your CapEx in today’s volatile market. To learn more please visit geoshare.com. www.geoshare.com

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GMV

GMV is a trusted partner of leading Satellite Operators, Satellite Manufacturers and Space Agencies worldwide. Since 1984, we provide engineering, software development and systems integration in the areas of mission analysis, GNC, robotics, satellite control, flight dynamics, payload management, data processing, mission planning, navigation, on board software and applications. Involved in more than 500 satellite missions and having a GMV’s portfolio of flight proven products for satellite operations, today running in more than 200 satellites. www.gmv.com

Hughes

Hughes Network Systems, LLC (Hughes) is the global leader in broadband satellite technology and services for home and office, with >7 million terminals shipped to customers in over 100 countries, approximately 50 percent market share. Across the Americas, > 1.4 million customers are connected to HughesNet® high-speed satellite Internet service, while HughesON® delivers complete managed network solutions to enterprises and governments worldwide. The JUPITER™ System is the platform of choice by leading operators, powering a wide range of applications including airborne broadband and cellular backhaul. Headquartered in Germantown, MD, Hughes is a wholly owned subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS). www.hughes.com

Kratos

Kratos is the leader in advanced solutions across the space ground segment with products and services that manage and optimize satellites, signals and networks. Kratos solutions are used by 80% of global satellite operators and support more than 90% of U.S. government space missions. As the space industry evolves, Kratos’ advanced technologies are addressing the needs on the ground resulting from HTS satellites, smallsat constellations and other new space architectures, as well as protecting communications in an increasingly competitive and contested space environment. Kratos is at the forefront of enabling the movement of ground systems to the cloud including digital IF as an on ramp to the cloud, virtualized transport solutions and multi-domain management. www.kratoscomms.com

KTSAT

Since the establishment of Kumsan Satellite Center in 1970, KT SAT has been leading the high-quality satellite broadcasting, satellite data, marine satellite communications services through KOREASAT Satellites. By launching 2 satellites in 2017, KT SAT has total of 5 satellites and expanded its global coverage. In this era of the 4th Industrial Revolution, KT SAT is now expanding the hyper-connectivity industry in areas of marine, aviation and aerospace with strong cooperation with KT. www.ktsat.net

Marsh

Marsh is the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser. With over 35,000 colleagues operating in more than 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), the leading global professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue approaching US$17 billion and 76,000 colleagues worldwide, MMC helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. Follow Marsh on Twitter @MarshGlobal; LinkedIn; Facebook; and YouTube, or subscribe to BRINK. www.marsh-asia.com

Maxar

Maxar is a global leader in advanced geospatial and space-based technology solutions. With more than 60 years of experience, more than 50 governments and the world’s most innovative commercial businesses trust Maxar for geospatial information and analytics, satellite technology, and space systems, to help them save time, money, and lives. www.maxar.com

MEASAT

MEASAT is a premium supplier of communication and video services to leading broadcasters, Direct-To-Home (DTH) platforms and telecom operators. With capacity across five (5) communication satellites, MEASAT provides services to over 150 countries representing 80% of the world’s population. The MEASAT satellite fleet includes the state-of-the-art MEASAT-3, MEASAT-3a and MEASAT-3b satellites co-located at 91.5°E, supporting Asia’s premium DTH and video distribution neighbourhood; and MEASAT-5 at 119.5°E providing broadband connectivity across Malaysia. In Africa, the AFRICASAT-1a satellite at 46.0°E provides satellite capacity across the African continent with connectivity to Europe, the Middle East, Malaysia and Singapore. For more information, please visit www.measat.com

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

Since its establishment in 1884, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has played an important role in the space development in Japan, from the N-I rocket in 1970’s to current launch vehicles, H-IIA and H-IIB. From 2007, MHI began to provide launch services for both commercial and government mission. Today, MHI is also working on the development of Japan’s next generation launch vehicle, H3, a much more customer-oriented launch vehicle scheduled to debut in 2020. To become the best player in the global market, MHI will continue to push our utmost efforts on development and sales activities for MHI Launch Services. www.mhi.com/jp/products/space/launch_service.html

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Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (MELCO) is one of the world’s leading names in the manufacture and sales of electrical and electronic products and systems. In particular, we are proud of our extraordinary heritage in the space industry, having participated in numerous satellite and space exploration programs in Japan and around the world since the 1960s. Furthermore, our company developed the first-ever Japanese-made standard satellite platform, DS2000, which allows us to flexibly respond to the ever-changing needs of our customers.

Satellites in Mitsubishi Electric’s DS2000 series are not only utilized to support Japan’s social infrastructure, but are also delivered to overseas satellite operators for commercial use. We actively seek out new business partners, participating in international competitive bids with our flagship DS2000. The DS2000 series also has a track record of zero claims for in-orbit failure, and this high level of reliability and quality means that some of the lowest insurance premiums in the world can be applied to the series. www.mitsubishielectric.com/bu/space

Relativity

Relativity is the first autonomous rocket factory and launch services leader for satellite constellations. The company’s vision is to build the future of humanity in space starting with rockets. Relativity’s platform vertically integrates intelligent robotics and 3D autonomous manufacturing technology to build the world’s first entirely 3D printed rocket, Terran 1. Terran 1 has 100x lower part count than traditional rockets, a radically simple supply chain, and is built from raw material to flight in less than 60 days with unparalleled iteration speed. Relativity deploys and resupplies satellite constellations with industry defining lead-time, flexibility, and cost, better connecting and securing our planet. www.relativityspace.com

SES

SES is the world’s leading satellite operator with over 70 satellites in two different orbits, Geostationary Orbit (GEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO). It provides a diverse range of customers with global video distribution and data connectivity services through two business units: SES Video and SES Networks. SES Video reaches over 355 million TV homes, through Direct-to-Home (DTH) platforms and cable, terrestrial, and IPTV networks globally. SES Video delivers a full suite of innovative end-to-end value-added services for both linear and digital distribution, and includes the ASTRA satellite system, which has the largest DTH television reach in Europe. SES Networks provides global managed data services, connecting people in a variety of sectors including telecommunications, maritime, aeronautical, and energy, as well as governments and institutions across the world. The SES Networks portfolio includes GovSat, a 50/50 public-private partnership between SES and the Luxembourg government, and O3b, the only non-geostationary system delivering fibre-like broadband services today. Further information is available at: www.ses.com/asia

Singtel

Singtel Satellite is the leading Managed Satellite Solution Provider of reliable satellite communications and ICT solutions that meet the voice and digital challenges on land and at sea. Our established footprint covers more than 100 countries across Africa, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions. They are supported by an extensive and robust terrestrial network of more than 428 direct points of presence in 362 cities. Enterprises can be assured of reliable, high-performance and secured satellite connectivity anytime, anywhere. www.singtel.com

SpaceX

SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. Today, SpaceX is advancing the boundaries of space technology through its Falcon launch vehicles and Dragon spacecraft. www.spacex.com

Sky Perfect JSAT

SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation is the leading satellite operator in Asia-Pacific and provides high-quality satellite communications to its customers. With a fleet of 17 satellites, we offer a wide range of services including video distribution, data transfer communications and back-up service capabilities. With full commitment to customers, we launched Horizons 3e HTS and a new HTS, JCSAT-18, is coming in 2H 2019. www.sptvjsat.com/en

Thaicom

Thaicom Public Company Limited is a leading Asian satellite operator and was established in 1991. The company provides integrated satellite communications solutions and value-added services for the broadcast, media, and telecom industries. Since its establishment, the company has launched 8 satellites. Thaicom satellites board more than 1,100 TV channels both in SD and HD formats. Thaicom-8, the company’s latest satellite, was launched in May 2016 to expand the company’s servicing capacity and footprint in Asia. www.thaicom.net

Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau

The Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) continues to shape the business events industry of Thailand with exceptional acumen and effective solutions. With a robust service support system and innovative approaches to co-create distinctive programs for the organisers, TCEB is redefining the MICE landscape to maintain Thailand’s impact as a top Asian business destination. Established by Royal Decree in 2002, the government agency is tasked with promoting and developing the business tourism sector in Thailand. Since 2004, TCEB has successfully established the country as Asia’s largest business events hub, by providing amenable service support for MICE programs. Today, TCEB is heeding the government’s economic ‘Thailand 4.0’ policy, and targeting 10 key industries to align with international interests and be future-ready. TCEB will be your reliable partner in all aspects of your business events in the Kingdom. www.tceb.or.th/en

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APB

Asia-Pacific Broadcasting (APB) has been the voice of the broadcast and multimedia industry for the past 36 years. It brings news of groundbreaking events and features interviews with decision-makers and professionals in the industry. The publication also tracks and reviews the hottest industry developments and technology trends. Since 1998, APB has partnered major trade events worldwide, including NAB, BIRTV, IBC, CCBN, KOBA, Inter-BEE, Broadcast India, BroadcastAsia and CASBAA Convention with its vision and mission to bring you “News You Can Use.” www.apb-news.com

Satellite Evolution Asia

Satellite Evolution Asia is one of the region’s leading satellite magazines with a reputation second to none. Delivering timely information in an informative and easy to read fashion, Satellite Evolution Asia is a must read for executives involved in the fast-changing satellite industry. The magazine is part of the Satellite Evolution Group portfolio that includes: Satellite Evolution EMEA; and Global Military Communications. www.satellite-evolution.com

Satnews Publishers

SatNews is a leading provider of satellite events, news, publications, research and other satellite industry information in the commercial and military enterprises worldwide. SatNews hosts to the SmallSat Symposium and the Satellite Innovation conference, hosted in Silicon Valley.SatNews include Daily and Weekly News Services and SatMagazine and MilsatMagazine, published monthly. satnews.com

SpaceNews

SpaceNews is the most trusted and comprehensive source of news and analysis of the companies, agencies, technologies and trends shaping the global space industry. In print and on the web, SpaceNews sets the authoritative standard for independent space journalism, astute analysis and insightful commentary. Our magazine, published 18 times a year, is read by thousands of dedicated subscribers and regularly distributed at key trade shows and conferences. The awarding-winning website, SpaceNews.com, delivers essential coverage to a growing audience of more than 500,000 space professionals and enthusiasts. Our newsletters are essential reading for some of the biggest names in space. www.spacenews.com

Teletimes

Teletimes International, a premier business publication focused towards the Telecom, Satellite and ICT sectors of the Middle East, Asia and Africa, proactively leverages knowledge and insights from executives and decision makers. In its 14th year of publication, Teletimes is media partner to almost all major events and conferences in these regions. Envisioning a scholarly publication, Teletimes actively participates in high profile industry events, seminars, conferences and exhibitions to provide the latest research, analyses and developments to its readers. Teletimes has achieved a qualitative edge by capitalizing on the age-old need for information. Visit www.teletimesinternational.com for Online Edition and more information.

Via Satellite

Via Satellite is the leading global satellite magazine, providing expert business analysis and technical insights into the satellite, telecom, wireless and space industries. The readers of Via Satellite are provided with timely and valuable editorial, essential in remaining competitive and profitable in the global satellite marketplace. Coverage includes current and evolving applications, infrastructure issues, technology, business and regulatory developments worldwide. For more information on our products and to sign up for free trial subscriptions go to www.viasatellite.com.

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AVIA

The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) is the trade association for the video industry and ecosystem in Asia Pacific. It serves to make the video industry stronger and healthier through promoting the common interests of its members. AVIA is the interlocutor for the industry with governments across the region, leads the fight against video piracy and provides insight into the video industry through reports and conferences aimed to support a vibrant video industry. AVIA evolved from Casbaa in 2018. www.asiavia.org

GEEKS

Geeks Without Frontiers’ vision and mission is to bring the benefits of internet connectivity to the estimated 3.5 billion people who remain unconnected to help close the Digital Divide and achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), including improved standards of health, education and social and economic well-being. www.geekswf.org

GVF

Headquartered in London, with a regional office in Washington, D.C., GVF is the international non-profit association of the satel-lite communications sector. An independent, non-partisan organisation with 200 members from more than 100 countries, the GVF brings together organisations engaged in the delivery of advanced broadband and narrowband satellite services worldwide. The GVF promotes discussion between members and their user communities through, workshops, symposiums, publications and e-media and serves as the unified voice of the global satellite communications industry. GVF offers interactive, animated on-line, industry recognized satellite communications courses, including a global VSAT Installer Certification program. For more information visit gvf. org/training/training.html

IRG

The Satellite Interference Reduction Group (IRG) is the global industry organisation, established to combat the increasing and costly problem of satellite radio frequency interference. It also as a group focuses on the future of satellite communication technology and the effects or issues of that technology relating to interference. IRG has a number of practical initiatives, all aimed at reducing satellite interference, including establishing Carrier ID, Training & Certification and Type Approvals. The Group’s membership is comprised of satellite operators, users, uplinkers, service providers, equipment vendors and other organizations with a stake in combating radio frequency interference. For more information, please visit www.satirg.org

PTC

Established in 1978, the Pacific Telecommunications Council is an international, non-profit, non-government membership organization based in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA. Its mission is to promote the development, understanding, and beneficial use of telecommunications and information technology throughout the Pacific region. PTC creates opportunities for networking and the sharing of ideas and information through its annual conference, regional seminars, and various activities and task groups. Visit us at www.ptc.org for more information.

WTA

World Teleport Association is a nonprofit trade association of teleports, satellite and terrestrial carriers, technology providers, investment houses and consultants in 45 nations around the world. For members, WTA is the global body that promotes their interests, researches their market, and connects them with sales opportunities and strategic allies around the world. www.worldteleport.org

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Stephane VESVALVice President, Commercial and Export Space Business, Marketing and Sales Airbus

Stéphane Vesval joined Astrium now re-named Airbus Defense & Space in 1998. He has been holding vari-ous positions in industrial operations, project management and business development with first telecom satellites then defense. From 2009 to 2018, he was based in various countries in Asia heading sales for Telecom Satellites then Airbus DS overall portfolio covering Space Systems, Military Aircraft and Services. Since 1st July 2018, he has been appointed Vice President heading global sales for Commercial and Export Space business, based in Toulouse.

Thomas ChoiFounder & Executive Chairman

Thomas Choi is the founder and Executive Chairman of Airspace Internet Exchange Limited. AirspaceIX is a company that is involved in the creation of next generation wireless broadband platforms and technologies. Choi was the Founder and CEO of ABS, a global satellite operator. Mr. Choi also is the founder and CEO of Speedcast, a global service provider. Choi started his career in Aerospace at Rockwell International as a mem-ber of the Technical Staff and he was a marketing executive for Hughes Communications Incorporated. Choi has won the prestigious Via Satellite’s Satellite Executive of the Year Award in 2012. Also in 2017 Choi was inducted into SSPI’s Satellite Hall of Fame.

Gregg DaffnerPresident APSCC CEO GapSat

Gregg Daffner is CEO of GapSat, an innovative venture that leases entire in-orbit satellites to satellite oper-ators for use in their orbital slots for interim periods of time, generally until the operator launches its own custom built satellite. Gregg is also president of G3 Global Communications a satellite business incubation and consulting firm focused on strategic planning, business development, transactional and regulatory advice with a focus on the Asia-Pacific satellite market. Gregg has served the Asia-Pacific Satellite Communications Council (APSCC) as President since January 2017.

Martin Jean-BaptisteSenior Vice President Aon International Space Brokers

Martin joined Aon ISB in May 2018 to handle the placement of risks on the EMEA space insurance markets and to globally support the business development activities of the company. Prior to joining Aon ISB, Martin was sales director for Russia and Central Asia at Thales Alenia Space and spent 15 years in the space industry in trade finance, risk management and marketing and sales. He graduated in embedded system engineering from ENSTA (French Defence Ministry institute) and holds a master degree in international project management from ESCP Europe business school.

Christopher SlaughterStrategic Advisor APSCC

Christopher Slaughter has more than 35 years of experience in Asian media and telecommunications, most recently as CEO of CASBAA, the regional pay TV trade association. Before that, he led independent produc-tion company APV from its Hong Kong base. He also previously served as Asia-Pacific head of TMT consul-tancy The Yankee Group, specifically working on projects with both satellite operators and undersea cable companies. In addition, he spent more than a decade as a broadcast journalist, culminating with his role as Hong Kong and Shanghai Bureau Chief for CNBC Asia.

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Denis BensoussanHead of Space Beazley

Denis Bensoussan joined Beazley in March 2014 from Hiscox, where, as senior underwriter for spacerisks, he managed the global satellite risks account. Prior to joining Hiscox, a Lloyd’s of London Syndicate in 2006, Denis worked for Marsh Aerospace department. He also worked at aerospace positions at the European Space Agency, the United Nations and the European Commission. With more than 20 years experience in the aerospace sector, Denis possesses deep knowledge of the risks the satellite industry confront. Denis has con-tributed as risks management adviser to various Consortiums led by Airbus Defense and Space.

Vivian QuenetManaging Director & Head of Sales, Singapore Asean Office Arianespace

Vivian Quenet is Arianespace’s Managing Director and Head of Sales for the Asia-Pacific region. Prior to assuming this role, he was Vice President and Managing Director Asia-Pacific for KVH Industries. During his tenure, which began in March 2011, he set up the company’s Asia-Pacific regional headquarters in Singapore, as well as new sales offices in Hong Kong and Tokyo. Quenet previously served as the Asia-Pacific Sales Director for mobile satellite communications provider Vizada/Marlink. Over a span of 10 years, Quenet worked to bring satellite communications services to commercial mariners in several regions.

Louis BoswellChief Executive Officer Asia Video Industry Association

Louis Boswell is the Chief Executive Officer of the Asia Video Industry Association. As CEO, his remit is to lead the industry through championing all broad based initiatives that result in a more vibrant and healthy video ecosystem. This includes being at the forefront of industry research, supporting evolving business models, understanding the role of technology, representing the industry in conversations with regulators and taking a leading role in eliminating piracy.

Chris BlackerbyCOO Astroscale

Chris Blackerby is Group Chief Operating Officer for Astroscale, a venture-backed company dedicated to removal of debris from space in order to create a more sustainable orbital environment. In this role Chris oversees all activities, from strategic planning to internal management. Previously Chris was the NASA Attaché in Asia based at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo from 2012-2017. In that capacity he facilitated coopera-tion, served as senior strategic space advisor, negotiated agreements and resolved disputes with partners. Chris began working for NASA as a Presidential Management Fellow in 2003.

Raghu DasAdvisor Astrome Technologies

Raghu is an established serial entrepreneur in the technology and satellite space industry. He is credited with co-founding the Bermuda based Protostar satellite which was later sold to Intelsat/SES. He then went on to establish Australian based Sirion Global and its successor Helioswire. He is the Founder/ CEO of Aniara Space in India and is the architect behind Ramaspace, a Luxembourg based company engaged in space mining exploration. Before his entrepreneurial career, Raghu held several key management positions with Loral. He is a senior advisory member to a number of companies including Astrome Technologies.

Yuya NakamuraPresident & CEO

Yuya Nakamura is the president and CEO of Axelspace, a Tokyo-based microsatellite startup. He earned Ph.D. in aerospace engineering from the University of Tokyo in 2007. During his university days, he was involved in 3 nanosatellite projects, including the world’s first successful CubeSat launched in 2003. Based on this experi-ence, he founded Axelspace in 2008 with his colleagues. As a company leader, he has led 5 successful micro-satellite projects, including a private satellite dedicated to the monitoring of Arctic ice and JAXA’s technology demonstration satellite.

Huang BaozhongExecutive Vice President APT Satellite

Huang Baozhong, Executive Vice President of APT Satellite Company Ltd (APT) responsible for Operation, Legal Affairs, Marketing and Sales. Before joining in APT, he had been working in a series of senior positions such as the Vice President of China Satellite Communications Corporation, and Vice President of SINO Satellite Company Limited. Huang graduated as a Master of Science and engaged in the space industry ever since his graduation. He was a Chinese licensed lawyer with strong technical and engineering background and accumulated rich expe-riences in areas relating to legal affairs, investment, project management, risk management, marketing and sales.

Tanin Youkhaw Vice President, Satellite Communication Business CAT Telecom Public Company Limited

Tanin Youkhaw is the Vice President of Satellite Communication Product Department and is responsible for satellite business development. Youkhaw has over 30 years of experience in various sectors of telecommu-nications; international telephone switching, mobile phone, broadband internet and satellite communica-tion business, started career in electrical engineering. From 1998-2000, he joined INTELSAT’s Assignee Program as a Capacity Planning Analyst at INTELSAT, Washington, D.C. USA.

Clay MowryVice President, Global Sales, Marketing & Customer Experience Blue Origin

Clay Mowry joined Blue Origin in September 2016 as Vice President for global sales, marketing and cus-tomer experience. Mr. Mowry has worked for over 25 years in the commercial launch and satellite sectors, including serving as President and Chairman of Arianespace, Inc. and as Executive Director at the Satellite Industry Association. In addition to his work at Blue Origin, Mr. Mowry is the Vice President of Finance for the International Astronautical Federation and is also the founder and Chairman of the Future Space Leaders Foundation.

Hamish MagoffinCo-founder & Managing Partner Break Off Capital

Hamish Magoffin is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Break Off Capital, a VC firm that invests in start-ups using emerging technology to solve big, pressing problems. In addition to satellites and rockets, recent technologies they have invested in include cellular agriculture, quantum computing, and nanotech-nology. Prior to founding Break Off, Hamish was in the equities division at Morgan Stanley. Hamish received his MBA from Oxford and is also Treasurer of the UK Chapter of The Explorers Club.

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Fu ZhihengExecutive Vice President

Fu Zhiheng is the Executive Vice President of China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC), which spe-cializes in China’s international commercial space business. He is in charge of the company’s international business development of space products and launch services. During his career, he has taken various mana-gerial positions in business development, sales and program management for space programs. He has about 28 years’ experiences in the space industry.

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Chen WenshengVice President China Satellite Communications Company

Chen Wensheng, vice president of Chinasatcom, has over 26 years working experiences in the satellite telecommunication industry. He joined China satellite and broadcasting corporation in August of 1993. From 2002 to 2012, He was employed by APT satellite Hong Kong where he worked in technical department. Since July of 2012, he worked for Chinsatsatom which is headquartered in Beijing, China. Now, he is responsible for the management of the department covering satellite operation, transponder service and frequency coordination work for Chinasatcom.

Li Qing AnChairman China StarWin

Li Qing An has over 35 years career in Telecommunications and 20 years in satellite industry. He was as the director of CNOOC communications department, BD Director of AsiaSat, and senior advisor of Hughes China. He found China StarWin in next generation compact, intelligence VSAT terminal in 2015. Li was graduated from Shandong University in 1983 and got the MBA degree from China Renmin University in 2000. He is studying of the PhD of Finance in Chinese Academy of social Science now.

Richard SwardhSenior Vice President, Mobile Network Operators Comtech EF Data

Richard Swardh is Senior Vice President, Mobile Network Operators for Comtech EF Data. In this role, he leads the market development and direction for the 2G/3G/LTE mobile backhaul market, directing long-term strategic initiatives and defining solution suites and feature sets. A mobile network backhaul veteran, Swardh’s background includes strategic and operational positions at Ericsson with business development, partnership management and strategy execution responsibilities. He holds both a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Business degree in Administration and Logistics from Vaxjo University in Sweden.

Prashant GokarnCo-founder & CEO DigiAsia Bios

Prashant Gokarn is the co-founder and CEO of DigiAsia Bios, whose mission is to bring the entire gamut of financial services, payments, remittance, lending and investments, to the masses in South East Asia, irre-spective of their socioeconomic status. DigiAsia’s strategy is to acquire and operationally and financially consolidate digital, traditional distribution and logistics assets; with the aim to redefine the ecosystem even in the smallest towns in Indonesia. Prashant is also the co-founder of Karatvan, an online fine jewelry store with end-to-end ownership and control over the entire supply chain. Prashant is an active investor with investments in core tech, trading and consumer sectors.

Blaine CurcioAffiliate Senior Consultant Euroconsult

Blaine Curcio is Affiliate Senior Consultant at Euroconsult, where he contributes to consulting projects focused on satcom strategy, financial due diligence, and projects in the Asia region, with focus on China. Blaine also contributes to Euroconsult reports, including the China Space Industry Report, and the Government Space Programs Report. Blaine is a contributor to a variety of satcom and space industry publi-cations, and a regular moderator and panelist at industry conferences. Outside of Euroconsult, Blaine is founder of Orbital Gateway Consulting, a Hong Kong-based firm focusing on commercial space opportuni-ties between China and the west.

Pacôme RévillonCEO Euroconsult

Pacôme Révillon is Chief Executive Officer of Euroconsult, based in Paris, France. In his 15 years working in the sector, Pacôme leads Euroconsult’s strategy and operations and consults with high-level clients, partic-ularly in satellite broadcasting, communications and finance. Under his management, the company has experienced a continuous expansion internationally, and has strengthened its position as an international reference on the strategic, economic and financial aspects of space activities. His work experience includes positions with the DLR in Germany and Thales in France. He holds a graduate engineering degree in Telecommunications & Space from SUPAERO and a Masters in Economics from DESIA.

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Stephane ChenardSenior Associate Consultant Euroconsult

Since 1992, Stéphane has been a senior consultant, then senior associate consultant, in charge of many of the research projects which Euroconsult performs for investors, governments and the satellite industry to assess satellite communication markets and ventures around the world. This has included substantially all client research performed on the Indonesian market, Africa and the Middle East, and published studies on military communications and on the Russian space industry. In 1985-91 Stéphane was a reporter for aero-space and defense publications.

Mahesh MurthyFounder & Director

Mahesh Murthy is among India’s best-known and most-successful investors. He has twice been named “India’s Best VC of the Year”, an award voted on by investors in VC funds. Mahesh runs Exseed, Asia’s only fund focused on space companies. Exseed believes in the ‘new space’ thesis, and has already earmarked a dozen investments including Satellize (earlier known as Exseed Space) – India’s first private company in space, with successful launches on SpaceX and ISRO; GroundCloud – an upcoming offering of ground sta-tions-as-a-service and HF Signals – a digital radio communications firm.

Jags BurhmSenior Vice President, Global Aero Mobility Eutelsat

Jags Burhm is the Senior Vice President, Global Aero Mobility at Eutelsat. He is responsible for leading the company’s global aero mobility market strategy and future direction. Before his current position, he was VP of Sales Asia Pacific for GEE. He brings over 20 years of international consulting & corporate experience in architecting international expansion, building operations from the ground up and curating successful inter-national delivery teams for complex aviation programs. His specialties include strategy execution, high value contract closure, key customer retention & international market access.

Ashok Gubbi VenkateshmurthyPartner Factum Law

Ashok G.V., is a Partner with Factum Law, Bengaluru, India. As an attorney, he specialises in Commercial disputes representing clients from aerospace, healthcare, manufacturing and technology industries in Intellectual Property, Taxation and Company disputes. Ashok advises space technology companies on remote sensing regulations, in addition to rendering his expertise for contract management, structuring investment transactions, asset management and enforcement and risk management. He has also authored several papers and articles on space law and policy issues, focusing specifically on balancing sovereign interests with the ambitions of private sector enterprises.

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Mike KenneallyDirector, Telecommunications Strategy Fleet Space Technologies

Mike Kenneally has extensive experience in ICT, particularly satellite, wireless communications and spatial systems, working for defence, government and IBM before establishing successful consulting company Coded Information. He was a member of the National Board for ICT Export Development and for a tech IPO, and Chairman of Industry body Spatial Australia. Mike co-founded VSAT provider APN before joining NewSat and Speedcast working on GSO projects and ground segment for defence, border security and Antarctic clients. Mike is currently Director Telecommunications Strategy for Fleet Space Technologies, developing a constellation of small satellites for a global IoT network.

David HartshornCEO Geeks Without Frontiers

David Hartshorn has more than 25 years of experience in the communications industry. He serves as CEO of Geeks Without Frontiers, a non-profit technology-neutral organization that applies financially sustainable innovation to solve connectivity challenges worldwide. Mr. Hartshorn leads the organization as it catalyzes public and private sector initiatives to bridge the “Digital Divide” and reach the UN “Sustainable Goals”.

Christopher G. BaranVice President & Chief Operating Officer GEOshare

Christopher Baran is Vice President & Chief Operating Officer for GEOshare, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lockheed Martin Corporation. Chris provides day-to-day leadership of a high-performance team that devel-ops new growth strategies in communications and space sciences leveraging shared satellite assets. He is responsible for streamlining business processes within the subsidiary that are then implemented into Lockheed Martin. He is also responsible for attracting talent and maintaining this high caliber, international virtual team. He provides mentoring to early career professionals as a key cornerstone to GEOshare’s entre-preneurial business model. Chris has been with GEOshare since late 2015.

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Alexis GirinVice President, International Sales, Asia Pacific Gogo

Alexis Girin has 18 years of international experience with Airline in business development, sales and account management, during his last assignment as Account Director Singapore Airlines for Amadeus, he was leading the digital transformation and revenue optimization strategy, including revenue management, merchandising and personalization programs. He has helped transform leading airlines across the globe including Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific resulting in significant revenue increase building long term partnership through consultative selling. He is thrilled to bring his Digital Knowledge in APAC helping Airlines to create a new Digital TouchPoint in the cabin through fast and reliable connectivity.

Vinod KaulGeneral Manager, Gilat India Gilat Satellite Networks

Vinod Kaul has 22+ years experience in IT & Telecom industry. Last 15+ years he has working in Satcom industry at various position of Marketing, Business Developed & Sales. He has been actively working in markets across Asia & prominently involved in development of Satcom market in India Sub region (Including Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan) , Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam promoting expansion of Communication Infrastructure using Satellite Technology. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication from National Institute of Technology, Suratkal India.

Hideki (Eddie) KatoFounder & President HISe, Inc.

Eddie is a respected veteran in the space industry with rigorous hands-on and executive experiences in market development, strategy development, and business and program management. Eddie served at 4 space product manufacturers in his careers (Mitsubishi Electric of Japan, Lockheed Martin of USA, Orbital Sciences of USA, and Thales of France). He lived and worked in 4 countries - Japan, USA, France and China. In 2014, he changed his direction and founded his own consulting firm, HISe, Inc. He has been pro-viding various advisory businesses to governmental and commercial clients from both USA and Asia.

Vaibhav MagowAssociate Vice President, Asia/Pacific Hughes Network Systems

Vaibhav Magow is Associate Vice President and heads the Asia/Pacific region for the International Division at Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES). A satellite professional with over 24 years of experience, Mr. Magow has worked in different roles including Enterprise Sales, Product Development, Services Marketing, Business Planning, Digital Services, Franchising, and Service Retailing. He worked in the Indian satellite market for 11 years with Hughes Communications India, Ltd. (HCIL) assisting HCIL in maintaining its market share and now has been leading Hughes teams in the Asia/Pacific region for the past 9 years. Magow holds a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Computer Science from the University of Pune.

Akshay GulatiCTO Infinite Orbits

Akshay Gulati has over a decade of experience in developing space systems. At Infinite Orbits, his work involves building satellites for multiple use cases such as life extension of telecom satellites and bringing into use of orbital slots. Along with a team of experts, he has also worked on an IAA (International Academy of Astronautics) study group to develop ISO standards for a new class of low-cost & fast delivery satellites. Finally, he was the chief engineer of IITMSAT, an exploratory mission in the field of understand-ing space based seismic precursors and a contributor to the mechanical design of Astrosat, India’s first ded-icated multi-wavelength space observatory.

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Terry BleakleyRegional Vice President, Asia-Pacific Intelsat

Terry Bleakley began serving as Intelsat’s Regional Vice President, Asia-Pacific in November 2010. He is responsible for the management of Intelsat’s sales and marketing activities throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Prior to this position, Mr. Bleakley served as Vice President Sales and Marketing and Vice President, Commercial Operations for MEASAT from 2006 to 2010. From 2000-2006, he served with Intelsat and PanAmSat in senior sales and sales-management positions in the Asia-Pacific region. Mr. Bleakley earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Victoria University in Wellington, New Zealand and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Aviation and Business Studies from Massey University in Palmerston North, New Zealand.

Alvaro SanchezCEO Integrasys

Alvaro Sanchez is Integrasys CEO and Marquess of Antella (Noble Title 1649). Alvaro is Software and Industrial engineer by European University and a Master Degree in Business by ESIC Business School. Alvaro during the last 10 years has worked at Integrasys as Management, Sales Executive roles were he was very successful growing the sales, revenue, profit and responsibilities within the company; and previ-ous to that he was working at CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research as a RF Engineer measur-ing timing in a Nanosecond Synchronization for measuring the Neutrino Speed.

Dmitry LatyshevHead of Perspective Project Department ISS-Reshetnev

Dmitry bears responsibility for development of commercial satellite business line, expansion of state-of-the-art satellite technologies to the national and global markets, as well as overall commercial marketing and strategy development activities. Total experience in satellite industry at ISS-Reshetnev – 15 years. Holding the present position at ISS-Reshetnev he ensures participation of the company in various satellite programs through arrangement of the process for proposal preparation, development of strong relations with customers and business partners resulted in several executed and ongoing contracts for commercial communication satellites.

Woo Yeol ChoiManager, Global Teleport Service Team KT SAT

Woo Yeol Choi has a B.S. and M.S. in Radio Science. Currently, he is a manager of Global Teleport Service Team in KT SAT. Global Teleport Service Team provides TT&C, Transfer Orbit Support Service, In Orbit Test and commercial services to numerous satellite operators including Intelsat and SES. And he is also a mem-ber of KT SAT 5G-Satellite task force team, studying aggregation of 5G with satellite. He participates in 5G ALLSTAR (5G agile and flexible integration of satellite and cellular) and cooperates with EU and Korea Partners.

Won-Sic Hahn CEO KT SAT

HAHN started his career in 1985 as a researcher at the Quality Assurance Center of KT. In 1990, HAHN received his Ph.D in Physics from Université Pierre-et-Marie-Curie (Paris 6). In 2006, he earned MBA degree from Seoul National University. He held several executive positions in KT’s marketing group, strategy plan-ning group, and financing office. In 2017, HAHN joined KTSAT, a satellite-based telecommunications sub-sidiary of KT, as CEO. He has successfully lead the launch of two KTSAT satellites, Koreasat 7/5A. He is striving for developing new growth engine in satellite industry.

Tom FreemanSenior Vice President, Land Mobile Kymeta

As SVP of Land Mobile, Tom is responsible for the strategic development of Kymeta’s connected car pro-gram. He is charged with cultivating key partnerships and managing internal teams to deliver Kymeta solu-tions to the automotive industry. Tom is a recognized leader in connected car, and brings over 25 years of experience delivering safety, security and infotainment solutions to mobile platforms. Prior to Kymeta, Tom founded Splat Interactive which created IPTV applications that enabled content companies to engage with consumers across multiple devices. He was also a co-founder of VoiceBox Technologies where he helped develop the world’s first in-car natural language application for in-car and cloud-based functions.

Zhang ChangwuFounder & CEO LandSpace Technology

Graduated from Tsinghua University with MBA degree. Worked successively in the HSBC ( China) Co., Ltd. and Santander Central Hispano S.A, with many years of experiences in investment operation management. Be responsible for the series of equity investment and investment management of Santander Central Hispano S.A.’s Asia Pacific region, having deep accumulations in the international cooperation and enter-prise’s strategic plan filed. Involved in international and domestic’s astronautical industry for a long time to have profound insight for the commercial aerospace industry and developing direction.

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John MunroGlobal CEO, Marsh Space Projects Marsh

John Munro joined the Marsh Group in 1980 having graduated from the University of London. He started his career in the Aviation practice, moving to Marsh Space Projects in 1982. John was appointed Managing Director of Marsh Space Projects, London in 1992 and a Managing Director of Marsh Ltd, the parent com-pany, in 1996. John established the Marsh Space Projects representative office in Singapore in 1996 and made this his permanent base in order to more effectively service our rapidly expanding client base in this region. In addition to his role as the overall Global CEO of Marsh Space Projects, John is the Client Executive for all the group’s Asia Pacific based customers.

Yau Chyong LimChief Operating Officer MEASAT

Yau Chyong Lim is MEASAT’s Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he oversees the management of the com-pany’s operations. Yau has more than 20 years in the satellite industry, with wide-ranging experience across multiple sectors including sales & marketing, business development and commercial operations. He holds an MBA in Finance from Keele University, Staffordshire, UK and a BSc in Microelectronics & Physics from Campbell University, North Carolina, USA.

Daryl MossmanVice President, Business Development MAXAR

Daryl Mossman is a Vice President of Business Development at MAXAR in Palo Alto, California, a world-wide leader in communications satellites and space-based systems. At Maxar (formerly SSL) he is respon-sible for business development, sales, and marketing in Asia and in this role works with service providers delivering broadband, voice, data and video communications systems. Mossman has over 35 years experi-ence in aerospace and telecommunications including experience with ground systems, satellite design and manufacturing, satellite control software and hardware. He earned his BS degree in Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Pepperdine University.

Jacqueline ChanPartner Milbank LLP

Milbank Partner Jacqueline Chan has extensive experience in a wide range of telecommunications, satel-lite and radio transactions regularly advising throughout the Pan-Asia region on commercial, financing and M&A matters. Before joining Milbank, Jacqueline was internal counsel at a leading Asian telecommunica-tions carrier and advised on high-profile cross-border M&A transactions, complex project financings and other commercial and corporate transactions within the global telecommunications industry, including working alongside prominent telecommunications conglomerates on several transactions in the satellite and cable network industries worldwide. She is a regular speaker and moderator as APSCC conferences.

Peter NesgosPartner Milbank LLP

Peter Nesgos is a partner in the New York office of Milbank LLP. Nesgos has more than thirty-five years of experience working with the aerospace and communications industries and the financial and insurance communities in structuring commercial space and satellite projects. He joined Milbank as a partner in 1999. Nesgos focuses exclusively on representing financial institutions and aerospace and communications com-panies in project financing, asset-based lending, joint ventures, public offerings and private placements involving the space business. He structures purchase and services contracts for the manufacture, launch and operation of satellite systems and advises insurance, aerospace and satellite companies and govern-ment agencies in managing risks in commercial space activities.

Minoru UedaGeneral Manager, Space Systems Department Mitsubishi Electric Asia

Minoru UEDA is General Manager of Space Systems Department, Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte Ltd (MEAP). He is responsible for sales and marketing in Asia & Pacific region for Mitsubishi Electric’s Satellite. His career at Mitsubishi Electric is more than 35 years and has managed many important global space busi-nesses. As of 16th May 2018, he was assigned to General Manager, Space Systems of Mitsubishi Electric Asia and he now lives in Singapore. He is expected to contribute to new space programs for the Asian region utilizing highly qualified technology of Mitsubishi Electric.

Ko OgasawaraVice President & General Manager, Space Systems Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd

Ko Ogasawara is Vice President & General Manager of Space Systems at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI). Since he joined MHI in 1988, he participated in a variety of space system developments such as H-II Launch Vehicle, Japanese Experiment Module “KiBO”, Japanese mini-space shuttle “HOPE” and attended numbers of launch operations. As VP & GM since 2004, he is responsible for diverse space business includ-ing H-IIA Launch Services, development of space station cargo vehicle and future space transportation sys-tem research. He earned Master’s degree of Engineering from Kyoto University in 1988 and PhD in 2001.

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Negar FeherVice President, Product and Business Development Momentus

Negar Feher has over 15 years of experience from past technical and managerial roles at some of the world’s most reknown space companies, including SSL, Lockheed Martin Space Systems and served as the President of the Society of Women Engineers. Currently at in-space transportation company Momentus, Mrs. Feher uses her product and management experience to grow a stellar team and pursue growth oppor-tunities for the pioneering newspace transportation company.

Suwit PruckwattananonChief Business Development Officer mu Space Corp.

Suwit has more than 25 years of experience in telecom field and great knowlead of 4G/5G mobile, Satellite & Space, IoT and Energy technology. He has proven achievements in many roles; Business Development, Sales & Marketing, Services Management in regional role with high people management skills in global companies. Currently he held a position as Chief Business Development Officer for mu Space Corp. In 2013-2018, he was Country Manager for Qualcomm. During 1996-2012, he worked for Nokia as Account Director and Sub-regional Head of Service for Asia North Region, including Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Bangladesh. In 1996-2012, he worked for AT&T as Head of Wireless Network System.

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James YenbamroongCEO & Founder mu Space Corp.

James Yenbamroong is an engineer, technology entrepreneur, and the CEO and founder of mu Space Corp. He has a career background in venture capital funds, technologies development, and promote innovations that create value and sustained growth of the company. He spent close to six years working for Northrop Grumman Corporation, leading a project on unmanned vehicle systems. James has a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California.

Takorn TantasithSecretary-General

Takorn Tantasith is Secretary-General of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), Thailand. He was appointed Secretary-General in January 2012 for a five-year term. In late 2016, he was reappointed for a second term starting 5 January 2017. Prior to this, he was Acting Secretary-General of the NBTC, and Secretary-General of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC). In 1982, Takorn graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (Second-Class Honors) from Ramkhamhaeng University, Thailand. He also holds a master’s degree in Public Administration from Detroit University, USA, in 1986. In 2013, Takorn received an honorary doctorate in Public Administration from Prince of Songkla University, Thailand.

Christopher BaughPresident NSR

Christopher Baugh serves as the President and Founder of Northern Sky Research (NSR), which he created in 2000 to provide independent, actionable market research and consulting services to the satellite industry. Before forming NSR, Mr. Baugh served as Senior Analyst for Pioneer Consulting covering satellites. Baugh also has extensive legislative and analytical experience from working for the Committee on International Relations and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Westminster College and a master’s degree in International Affairs from The George Washington University.

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Jose Del RosarioResearch Director NSR

Jose Del Rosario covers the Asia Pacific and is a senior member of the consulting team where he focuses his research on quantitative modeling and market forecasting for the satellite communications sector. Prior to joining NSR, Del Rosario worked with Frost & Sullivan, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the European Commission, and the Malaysian Embassy in Washington, D.C. Del Rosario holds a Master of Arts degree in Applied Economics from The American University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science/International Relations from the University of Santa Clara.

Nicolas ZibellChief Commercial Officer OneWeb

Nicolas Zibell is chief commercial Officer at OneWeb, where he is responsible for its commercial strategy, sales, marketing, product development and customer service to drive rapid business growth. OneWeb’s mission is to enable internet access everywhere, for everyone. OneWeb is building a communications network with a con-stellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide connectivity to billions of people around the world. Nicolas is leading the commercial team at OneWeb, delivering business solutions for Broadband, Government and Cellular Backhaul. OneWeb’s high speed, low latency network offers game-changing mobility solutions to industries that rely on global connectivity, such as Aviation, Maritime, Automotive, Trains and more.

Shagun SachdevaSenior Analyst NSR

Shagun Sachdeva is a Senior Analyst at NSR. She authors NSR’s In-Orbit Servicing Markets, Satellite Constellations and SmallSat Markets reports and has been speaking at conferences internationally on those subjects as well as Space Situational Awareness. Prior to her transition into the space industry, Ms. Sachdeva worked as a project engineer at Ford Motor Company Australia. The experience she has gained from the automotive industry, combined with her passion for the space sector has helped Ms. Sachdeva in exploiting the conceptual and technological synergies between the two domains.

Lisa KuoDirector, Connectivity Solutions and Technical Sales Panasonic Avionics

Lisa Kuo is a space enthusiast, an eternal optimist the future of connecting everything, everywhere. She has a wide hands-on portfolio ranging from out-there space architecture for government systems, to borderline prof-itable science missions combined with tried-and-true bentpipe communication systems. She joined Panasonic Avionics with a mission to provide a better and more affordable in-flight connectivity solutions for all passen-gers traveling as much as she does. Her past experiences include standing up a commercial division in Aerospace Corporation, capturing customers successfully in Asia Pacific region for Boeing Satellite Systems, as well as designing the state-of-the-art communication satellites at Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems.

Peter JacksonDirector PJ Square Limited

Peter Jackson retired as Executive Chairman of AsiaSat in 2011 following 18 years with AsiaSat as CEO and Chairman. Jackson has over 32 years international experience in the satellite and telecommunications industry with AsiaSat and Cable and Wireless. Whilst with Cable & Wireless he worked in numerous loca-tions. Jackson is a Director of two public companies; he sits on boards and advises P.E. and Venture capital firms.

Adi R. AdiwosoPresident and CEO PSN

Adi R. Adiwoso, President and CEO of PSN, has more than 40 years experiences in the space and telecom-munications industry. In 1991, he co-founded Indonesian first private satellite company, Pasifik Satelit Nusantara. He successfully launched the Nusantara 1 Satellite in February 2019. Adiwoso served in several boards including Indonesian state own enterprises: PT Garuda Indonesia, PT Merpati Nusantara, PT Dirgantara Indonesia and PPA (State Asset Company). He received Asia Pacific Satellite Executive Awards in 2005 and 2018. He nominated Best Satellite Executives in Washington DC in 1997 and 2001.

Georg GernezManager, Corporate Development SES

Georg is responsible to ensure long-term success of SES in Asia by developing new business opportunities across the region and driving strategic relationships and ventures with customers, governments and other satellite operators. Having joined SES in 2009, he previously held positions in Commercial Strategy for SES’s European video business and Global Strategic Development out of the Luxembourg HQ before relo-cating to Singapore in 2012 to support SES’s growth in the Asia-Pacific region. Georg holds an MBA from the University of Trier, Germany.

Brendan SullivanCIO/CTO RigNet

Brendan supports RigNet’s strategic initiatives as Chief Technology/Information Officer, aligning the company’s product architecture with business priorities. Brendan brings over 20 years of technology leadership, driving transformational business process change and developing network services solutions. Brendan’s broad industry experience spans the media, telecom, entertainment and emerging technology industries. He previously held top technology positions at Vubiquity, DG, Level 3 Communications and Andersen Consulting. Brendan’s teams have been awarded multiple honors such as the Frost & Sullivan Innovation in Industry, Forbes Magazine Best of the Web, and a Technical Emmy. He received his Bachelor of Arts with Honors from Brown University.

Tim EllisCEO Relativity Space

Tim Ellis is cofounder and CEO of Relativity Space, the first autonomous rocket factory and launch services leader, is expanding the possibilities of additive metal manufacturing. Relativity Space is developing the first and only aerospace platform to integrate machine learning, software, and robotics with metal 3D print-ing technology to build and field rockets and other aerospace products in days instead of years. Under Tim’s leadership, Relativity has won launch contracts to support the Telesat LEO program, Spaceflight Industries, Mu Space, and Momentus.

Stéphane RivesGlobal Head of Space SCOR

Stéphane Rives is Global Head of Space at SCOR Business Solutions, the large Corporate Risk insurance arm of SCOR. Stéphane started his career in space high level systems engineering with special emphasis in satellites operations. He built up his professional experience in several companies and organizations across Europe: the European Space Agency, Airbus and Hispasat. In 2006, Stéphane joined SCOR, one of the lead-ing companies of the space insurance market. Since 2018, Stéphane has been a member of the Space Risk Study Group of the International Union of Aerospace Insurers (IUAI).

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Meir MoalemCEO & Managing Director Sky and Space Global

A jet fighter pilot, Lt. Col (Res.) of the IAF, has over 20 years of experience in management, R&D and operation of state-of-the-art projects in Space Systems and Unmanned Aerial Systems, among those acting as a deputy sq. commander and leading the MEIDEX experiment on Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-107) as the project man-ager for Israel’s first astronaut flight, managing Israel’s satellite projects (such as Ofeq, Tecsar) and more. Meir has a B.Sc. in Physics and Computer Sciences (with honours) and an M.A. from the Diplomacy and National Security executive program (with honours). Currently he is working on his PhD in national security and space programs in Tel Aviv University, Israel. Meir has also received the Israel National Defence award in 2009.

Imran MalikVice President, Global Sales Fixed Data SES Networks

With over 20 years’ experience in the connectivity and satellite field, Imran is responsible for driving the business strategy and growth for the fixed data business of SES Networks globally. Prior to joining SES Networks, Imran served as the CEO of Supernet Ltd., the leading data communications service provider in Pakistan, for six years, and served as a member of the Board of Directors of PAKSAT International which operates the PAKSAT-1R satellite. Imran has a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Oklahoma and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University.

Mitsutoshi AkaoGroup President, Global Business Group

Mitsutoshi Akao is the Group President of Global Business Group at SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation (JSAT), a leading satellite operator in the Asia-Pacific region providing reliable satellite services utilizing its expand-ing fleet of 17 satellites, and also operating Japan’s largest DTH platform, “SkyPerfecTV!” Mr. Akao also serves as Chairman and CEO of JSAT International Inc., a wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary of JSAT for market-ing satellite capacity on Horizons and JSAT fleet in North America.

Zee Zheng CEO & Co-founder SpaceChain

Championing the fusion of blockchain and space, Zee Zheng believes that these technologies will enable a new era of seamless global collaboration. Having launched two blockchain-enabled satellite payloads into orbit within SpaceChain’s first year of operation, Zee has been recognized as a pioneer in this industry and has been sought as a speaker at events like Space Tech Summit, SpaceTide and Space Forum. Zee honed his entrepreneurship at Draper University, his space expertise at the International Space University, and is a graduate of Columbia University.

Andrew MatlockDirector, Commercial Sales SpaceX

Andrew Matlock manages SpaceX’s international commercial sales efforts in the Middle East and Asia Pacific. In this role, he focuses on sales and business development while deepening SpaceX’s relationships with satellite operators in the region. Prior to assuming his current role at SpaceX, Andrew served as CEO of BODE Group and SVP of a regional satellite company. Andrew holds a degree in Applied Science major-ing in computer science and mathematics.

Joseph AndersonVice President, Operations and Business Development Space Logistics LLC

Joseph Anderson is the Vice President of Operations and Business Development for Space Logistics LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Northrop Grumman. He has more than 30 years of satellite engineering, man-agement and leadership experience including seven years with Northrop Grumman and 20 years at Intelsat. In his current role, Anderson is responsible for managing the technical, operational, licensing and insurance aspects of Space Logistics’ satellite servicing fleet, as well as business development for commercial and government satellite servicing. Anderson earned an MBA from George Washington University, an MS in Engineering from Stanford University and a BS in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Minnesota.

Peter de SeldingCo-founder and Editor Space Intel Report

Peter B. de Selding is co-founder and editor of Space Intel Report, a website – www,spaceintelreport.com – dedicated to the business of space. He founded the company in 2017 after having spent more than 20 years as Paris Bureau Chief for Space News. Peter lives in Paris.

Tim BaileyExecutive Vice President, Products, Marketing, and Business Development SpeedCast

Tim Bailey joined SpeedCast in 2016 and is Executive Vice President of Products, Marketing, and Business Development. He is responsible for global product development, product management, marketing, and busi-ness development across all Speedcast business units. Tim has over 20 years’ experience in products and marketing in the technology field. Prior to joining Speedcast, he spent six years at Asurion and 15 years at Intel Corporation. At Asurion he led product development and helped establish new businesses in the Asia Pacific region. At Intel he led the marketing and product organizations for Intel Asia Pacific.

David MitlyngChief Operating Officer SpeQtral

David Mitlyng is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at SpeQtral, a quantum communications startup offering ultra-secure communications based on the laws of quantum physics. David has 25 years of experience with Hughes Space and Communications, Orbital ATK, SSL, and BridgeSat, and a BS in Aeronautical Engineering from Cal Poly SLO, a MS in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University, and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

Aryono AryonoBusiness Development Director ST Engineering iDirect

Aryono has more than 20-years’ experience in the satellite industry in the role of sales and business devel-opment at satellite services and technologies companies. He gained his Master’s degree in Telecommunication Engineering from the University of Southern California, USA. He joined Newtec more than three years ago as Business Development Director for Asia, based in Singapore, and maintains the same position in ST Engineering iDirect now. In his role, he works closely with the regional sales directors for new and strategic business opportunities.

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Danny LowHead of Sales, Asia Pacific Telesat

Danny Low leads Telesat’s Asia Pacific sales team, and is responsible for the acquisition, management and growth of Telesat’s enterprise, mobility and media customers in the region. Mr. Low joined Telesat in 1998 and held positions of increasing responsibility until being promoted to his current role in 2017, and was a key contributor in establishing Telesat’s Singapore office. Prior to Telesat, Mr. Low held sales leadership positions with Jebsen & Jessen Communications, Baker Hughes INTEQ and Control Data Corporation. Low holds a Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Ngee Ann Polytecnic and a Master’s in Business Administration from Charles Sturt University.

Ekachai PhakdurongHead of Regulatory Affairs THAICOM PCL

Ekachai Phakdurong is Senior Vice President and Head of Regulatory Affairs at Thaicom PCL. He Works in satellite & telecommunication industries for more than 20-year, covers wide portfolio of roles and responsi-bilities. He spent years on ITU’s activities and government affairs, including acquisition of landing rights and licenses in Asia Pacific. He gained experiences in engineering at head of RF-engineering for satellite programs. He had been the head of Thaicom’s operations and customer services. He was also running sub-sidiary companies in broadcasting & maritime businesses in Thailand and other countries.

Sami Ben AmorVice President, Marketing Thales Alenia Space

After a PhD in Physics, Sami Ben Amor held different research positions in France and USA. He joined Alcatel where he held various technical & program management positions. He moved to Asia where he was VP Sales for Alcatel Space for several years. Upon his return to Europe, he led the advanced project teams and the R&D activities of Thales Alenia Space for some years. After some 30 years in the Space Business, Sami is now Heading marketing for Thales Alenia Space.

Patompob (Nile) SuwansiriChief Commercial Officer THAICOM PCL

Patompob (Nile) Suwansiri is currently the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of THAICOM and has over 26 years of experience in the satellite industry. Nile has been with THAICOM since its inception in 1992. He is responsible for the overall marketing, sales, and business development activities of THAICOM. Nile gradu-ated from the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand with a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering. He earned an Executive MBA degree with SASIN Graduate School of Management in Bangkok and completed Harvard Business School’s Advanced Management Program.

Rohit JhaCEO & Co-Founder Transcelestial

Rohit Jha is the CEO & Co-Founder of Transcelestial, a startup building light speed communications infrastruc-ture for the next 100 years. He graduated with a degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. There he worked on cutting-edge projects like NTU’s Solar Car, a state-of-the-art Healthcare Droid, next-gen multi-touch HCI systems and represented Singapore in international engi-neering competitions. Subsequently, he worked for 4 years in The Royal Bank of Scotland’s FX Electronic Markets Team where he received multiple awards in security, low-latency communication systems and highly scalable distributed software systems thus becoming the youngest Associate in company’s Asia-Pacific history.

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Tianyi LanCo-founder & CEO Ultimate Blue Nebula

Tianyi Lan, Co-founder and CEO of Ultimate Blue Nebula (UBN) Co., Ltd. UBN is a Chinese space consulting firm founded in 2017 and UBN’s main business is to help China or foreign clients to understand well about the space industry. Before UBN, LAN established SpaceKey Co., Ltd. in 2015 to help Chinese satellite oper-ators to solve the frequency issue. SpaceKey is the first professional counselor in China specialized in the satellite spectrum research and consultation, as well as related technical and application in the satellite

experienced in satellite manufacture, satellite communication system and satellite applications.

Peter CowheyDean, School of Global Policy and Strategy, the University of California San Diego; Qualcomm Endowed Chair in Communications and Technology Policy

Peter Cowhey is former Chief of the International Bureau of the FCC (Clinton administration) and Senior Counselor to U.S. Trade Representative (Obama administration). His responsibilities included licensing and regulation of U.S. commercial satellite systems as well as trade in services issues. He is an expert on the future of communications and information technology markets and policy. His two most recent books are “Digital DNA: Disruption and the Challenges for Global Governance” and “Transforming Global Information and Communication Markets: The Political Economy of Innovation.” Cowhey is the chair of the board of directors of the California Council on Science and Technology and of the Grameen Foundation.

Peter GirvanVice President, Asia-Pacific Viasat

Peter Girvan is responsible for building ViaSat’s presence and business regionally across the Commercial and Defence markets, as well as preparing for the launch of the ViaSat-3 satellite in the region. Peter has 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry with senior management and engineering roles at nbn, Nortel Networks, Ericsson and Alcatel-Lucent. At nbn Peter led the integration and validation efforts for all new Network and IT Operational Support System (OSS) capabilities before deployment to the net-work and was a member of the CTO and Engineering Senior Leadership teams.

Vorasit LeeCEO VLee Consulting Co., Ltd.

Former CEO of PSI Broadcasting Co., Ltd. Thailand’s largest Freesat platform. He launched OTA project in 2004, made PSI the first satellite platform with OTA (Channel Auto-Update) for satellite set top box and change landscape of tv broadcasting business from that since. In 2009, he introduced Thailand first free to air documentary channel. A year later in 2010, he launched the PSI realtime ratings which is the very first realtime digital TV ratings in Thailand. Now he is the business consultant for many companies both domes-tically and internationally.

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Russell SawyerExecutive Director Willis Towers Watson

Russell Sawyer has worked in the insurance industry for 28 years – 20 as part of Willis Towers Watson Inspace (“Inspace”). Russell manages Inspace’s relationship with a variety of clients in Asia and the United Kingdom spanning satellite manufacture, communication and broadcast satellite operations, earth imaging and debris removal. This involves discussing and formulating policy coverage with clients and negotiating cover, price and claims with the space insurers. Additionally Russell oversees policy coverage matters for Inspace’s global portfolio of clients and has spoken on space insurance at a variety of different conferences including numerous prior APSCC’s annual event.

Kiichiro DeLucaPrincipal WERU Investment

Kiichiro DeLuca is currently Principal at WERU Investment, a Tokyo based early stage venture capital firm focused on creating and supporting global ventures by leveraging long-term R&D in frontier technology areas such as space, artificial intelligence, neurotechnology, synthetic biology, and quantum technology. He has led the firm’s investments in the space sector and currently serves on the board of LeoLabs. He holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering with Highest Honor from Georgia Tech and has previously supported numer-ous space flight programs at NASA/JPL, academia, and industry.

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