International Astronautical Federation

We are glad to announce that the deadline to register for the IAC 2024 Technical Tours has been extended! Be sure to sign up by 30 September to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/dKdm5Vze     These tours provide a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge facilities and witness the latest advancements in the industry. The Technical Tours are reserved for participants registered for the IAC2024 who have paid all registration fees in advance. Do not miss out on this exciting opportunity and book your technical tour today!

Join us for an Exclusive IAF GNF Session “Sustainable Lunar Environment: The Next Challenge”. https://lnkd.in/dyDkJ2bR   📅 Date: Friday, 27 September ⏰ Time: 15:00 - 15:45 CEST   The session is organized by the Moon Village Association , an organization that fosters cooperation among existing or planned public or private global moon exploration programs, and IAF member since 2018.   Do not miss this chance to be part of an important conversation about our future on the Moon!

Spent a wonderful day in beautiful Krakow 🇵🇱 to attend the European Rover Challenge! Amazing to see the work of some 25 teams from all over the world come together and perform various tasks in the #MarsYard with the #rovers they built over the past year. Blood, sweat and tears, I’m sure, but also camaraderie, teamwork, inspiration and making things happen ! It was a pleasure to join Artemis & Pascale for a panel about “What will be our legacy?” from the pov of Astrobiology and #spacelaw and to have the honor, as Vice President of the International Astronautical Federation, of announcing the winner, the🇨🇭FHNW Rover Team🇨🇭!! Thank you for having us and warmest congratulations, Lukasz Wilczynski, what an amazing event!! #ERC2024

Are you a student or young professional looking to kickstart your career in the space industry? The IAF Industry Relations Committee (IRC) is thrilled to announce the IAC 2024 Career Opportunity Forum – a unique chance to connect job seekers with top employers in the space sector. 🗓️ When: Tuesday, 15 October 2024, 14:45 – 17:45 CEST 📍 Where: Silver Room, MiCo Convention Centre, Milan, Italy 📝 Application Deadline: Friday, 13 September 2024 (No extensions!)   ✅ Who Can Apply? Students and Young Professionals registered to participate in the International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2024) in Milan, Italy.   🚀 How to Apply: Submit your application via the IAF Career Platform 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDretc53 , including your CV, and select up to three preferred companies for potential interviews. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't delay! For more information or questions, contact us at: [email protected]

Join Us at the IAC 2024 Host Plenary: Responsible and Sustainable Space Exploration - Moon to Mars! 🗓 Date: Monday, 14 October ⏰ Time: 18:15 - 19:15 CEST 📍 Location: Auditorium, Level 3, South Wing, MiCo Convention Centre This session will spotlight key initiatives, such as the Artemis program, and discuss the scientific, technological, and socio-economic factors crucial to ensuring that space exploration benefits humanity as a whole. This Plenary Session will also highlight the "Space It Up!" partnership, an exemplary collaboration that brings together universities, industry, and space agencies to advance our collective journey into space. Our distinguished panel includes: •           Josef Aschbacher, Director General of ESA •           Erasmo Carrera, President of AIDAA •           Roberto Cingolani, CEO of Leonardo Spa •           Pam Melroy, Deputy Administrator of NASA •           Teodoro Valente, President of ASI •           Aarti Holla-Maini, Director of UNOOSA (Moderator) To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the launch of San Marco 1, the first Italian satellite, and on the occasion of Aerospace Italy 2024, AIDAA will honor Prof. Luigi Broglio by awarding the first medal in his name. The AIDAA Broglio Medal will be presented during this Plenary Session. 🔗 Register now for IAC 2024 and be part of an engaging and forward-thinking discussion: https://lnkd.in/dtt2svJt

The Countdown is on: Regular registration rates expire on 30 September! From 14 – 18 October 2024, Milan will transform into the global hub for space enthusiasts, experts, and professionals as it hosts the 75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2024). With the theme “Responsible Space for Sustainability,” this year's event is set to break records with over 150 international exhibitors and 4,000 speakers from 96 countries. Join us for five days of cutting-edge discussions, presentations, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Explore key topics like sustainable Moon and Mars exploration, Earth observation in the face of climate change, and the latest in big data, AI, and robotics in space. Secure your spot at IAC 2024 in Milan and register now at: https://lnkd.in/dtt2svJt

Time to plan for #IAC2024! Join us for the Special Sessions, where we will explore cutting-edge and interdisciplinary topics through interactive formats like fishbowls, workshops, and design sprints. Check out the full Special Sessions schedule here: https://lnkd.in/dd3rDBdQ and register today!

Master the art of public speaking at the IAF PS Lab during IAC 2024! The main objective of the IAF PS Lab is to help each participant develop and improve their communication skills when speaking in public, overcome the stress derived from stage fright, improve self-esteem, learn to use appropriate and timely resources in different situations, adequately use body and language in speeches, learn to confidently address any audience, understand cultural considerations of an international crowd, and thus effectively get your message. Throughout this workshop, participants will acquire the necessary skills to achieve effective and successful communication in the context of a high-level technology forum where space research and development initiatives are shared. Who is IAF PS Lab for: Speakers, students, scholarship awardees, and IAC participants and in general, who feel the need to overcome stage fright and improve their communication skills in public and private environments, to impact and persuade any audience and make the most of their time in the congress and maximizing their networking and presentations. After IAF PS Lab Participants will be able to: •           Present themselves with confidence •           Overcome stress derived from stage fright •           Use body and non-verbal language effectively •           Leave an impact and encourage future collaboration •           Navigate the cultural differences of an international crowd Join the IAF PS Lab workshop on 13 October from 16:00-18:00. Elevate your presentation skills and maximize your impact at the world’s premier space event. Register today at https://lnkd.in/dtt2svJt

2024 IAF Excellence in Industry Award 🏆 We are glad to announce the winners of the IAF Excellence in Industry Award! Congratulations to United Launch Alliance (ULA), and to the winner of the SMEs category ispace, inc.! 🎉 🚀 👏 Recipients of this award are recognized for introducing innovative space technologies to the global marketplace and for successfully executing landmark space missions. For more info ➡ https://lnkd.in/eXJM6Yhi

All the stars align for a record-breaking IAC2024! ✨ The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) is heading into its 75th edition with massive interest, unprecedented expectations and a record high audience on the horizon!   The congress promises to be an absolute mind-blowing gathering of the global space community who will connect in Milan for a week jam-packed with learning, discovery, collaboration and unmatched opportunities for networking. During an inspiring five-day journey, the programme will shine light on groundbreaking discoveries, engaging topics and cutting-edge developments in the space sector. IAC 2024 will set the stage for the pivotal theme “Responsible Space for Sustainability” and is gearing up to host a sensational lineup of speakers with whom you will explore the evolving landscape of space! Discover the full IAC 2024 Programme here ➡ https://lnkd.in/e5ubGFdh