Defence Innovation Network, NSW Smart Sensing Network and Macquarie University invite the defence and science community to the Virtual Industry Forum focused on Space and Quantum Technologies.

NSW is home to world-leading space and quantum research and development and the most diverse space ecosystem in Australia.

This event will showcase the State’s outstanding innovations presented by universities and industry in specific areas of interest. Participants will hear and have the opportunity to connect with a number of representatives from Airbus, Defence, NSW Government, Space Industry Association and SmartSat CRC.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

• Airbus
• Rod Smith, Resilient multi-mission space STaR Shot, DST Group
• Dr David Bird, Quantum-assured PNT STaR Shot, DST Group
• Paul Hepplewhite, Space Industry Development, NSW Government
• Peter Kerr, SmartSat CRC
• James Brown, Space Industry Association of Australia
• CAPT Marcus Doherty, Australian Army

AREAS OF INTEREST

• Advanced space-based sensor technologies for situational awareness and decision making
• Advanced secure, resilient and pervasive communication systems
• Resilient satellite systems, sensors and intelligence
• Advanced space domain awareness
• Quantum technologies for space

SCHEDULE

See Program.

11.30-12.50: Panelist presentations and Q&A

12.50-14.00: Breakout Rooms- academic pitches & networking

REGISTRATION

Interested in pitching?

If you are an industry representative or researcher from one of the DIN and NSSN member universities and would like to give a short 7-minute pitch, please register your interest by COB, 16 November 2020.

Interested in attending?

If you would like to join the event, please register your interest to attend by 25 November 2020. Teleconference details will be sent to registrants who meet conditions of entry. Please use your full name and professional email to register for this event.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

This event is catered to academics, DST Group, Defence, and Defence-related industry only. DIN reserves the right to cancel tickets or refuse access at any time without prior notice.

More info at info@defenceinnovationnetwork.com

About the NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN):

The NSW Smart Sensing Network is a consortium of eight leading universities in NSW and the ACT. The NSSN brings together smart sensing expertise in academia, industry and government to develop a robust, collaborative and innovative network that will deliver economic and social benefits for NSW.