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Events

Information on upcoming dates including networking events, lectures, and conferences.

Space South Central Orbit event at the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, with talks and a networking lunch

When: Wednesday 24 June 2026

Where: Future Towns Innovation Hub (FTiH), Venture Road, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Science Park, Chilworth

Speakers: 

  • Alex Lee, Firefly Ltd (confirmed)
  • Other speakers will be added

Agenda:

  • 10.30 – Arrive coffee and networking
  • 11.00 - Start
  • Introduction and funding round-up: Daniel Smith, Space South Central
  • Talks - Firefly Ltd, (other speakers to be added)
  • 12.00 – Lunch and networking
  • 13.00 – Finish

 

Plenary Day - 44th Annual Inter-Agency Space Debris Coordination Committee (IADC)

Professor Minkwan Kim, from the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’s Aeronautics and Astronautics Group, will present a talk on the environmental risk of satellite ablation.

Minkwan Kim

 

The is an international governmental forum for the worldwide coordination of activities related to the issues of man-made and natural debris in space.

When: Monday 27 April 2026

Where: Venue TBC.

This is an international, invitation only, event.

 

 

Mapping Success: Women in Geospatial

Now in its third consecutive year, this event is dedicated to commemorating and celebrating the achievements and impact of women across the geospatial field. It is a space to connect, share career journeys, exchange ideas and strengthen a supportive community through networking.

The programme will include talks and presentations followed by a panel discussion exploring key questions on accountability, transparency and Responsible Geospatial AI while creating an open space for dialogue across sectors. 

When: Tuesday 10th March 2026, 10.00-15.30

Where: ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, Hartley Suite, Highfield, Campus Building 38, University Road, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ SO17 1TL

(mandatory for catering purposes and to comply with room capacity regulations!). 

More details on the final programme will be announced via our .

We look forward to seeing you there. 

The ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Geospatial Team is proud to host Women in Geospatial 2026 celebrating leadership, innovation and inclusion.

 

 

Launch of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Space Institute 

The official launch of the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Space Institute will take place during Space Comm Expo Europe at London’s ExCel. is one of the key space events where the space industry meets its future. It provides a great opportunity to connect with leaders and innovators in the space industry. 

When: Thursday 4 March 2026, 11.00-12.30

Where: UK Space Conference, at London’s ExCel, South Gallery Meeting Room 19

Speakers including:

  • The Rt Hon. the Lord Willetts
  • Mark Spearing, Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Enterprise, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ
  • Matthew Middleton, Director, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Space Institute 

This event is by invitation only.