Near Space Security (NSS 2013)

Near Space Security (NSS 2013) is a conference and exhibition dedicated to assured access to space, Space protection, Satellite insurance, Space surveillance, Finance and Political aspects.

Key Topics

• What are the real threats of space debris?
• Are Star Wars imminent?
• An overview on the growth of space debris and how it is being tracked
• What does the research tell us?
• Regional updates from governments, manufacturer and operators
• A global round table on the risk of collision and the need for transparency
• What is the Space Fence Programme?
• Is space debris a military or industry problem?
• Discuss how effective new innovations in tracking debris will be
• Hear about new products are being produced to enable debris to be moved
• Satellite user’s insight to business perceptions about debris and loss of service and the financial implications
• Satellite Manufactures and Operators 2012 update
• Is there cash in the sky? – The value of space junk
• Governments views on debris and loss of service
• Insurance expert’s perspective on the risks
• Legal issues surrounding liability
• Who is new in the industry and how to implement a code of ethics or best practise policy and permissions?
• Tracking devices
• Low Cost Deorbiting Space Demonstration Missions
• The Aviation Controllers perspective

Who should Attend

Stakeholders interested in ensuring the integrity of operations in the near space domain.