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Panel Talks about Delivering Improved Space Capabilities for Warfighters
The Delivering Improved Space Capabilities and Effects for the Warfighter panel at the Space Symposium panel on April 9 was moderated by Gen. Howell Estes, III, USAF, Ret., president, Howell Estes & Associates, Inc., (pictured, left) and comprised Lt. Gen. David A. Deptula, USAF, Ret., president, The Deptula Group, and ADM Mark P. Fitzgerald, USN, Ret., president, Aragosto Global,…
Mowry Sees "Exciting Times" for Launch Providers
Clayton Mowry, president, Arianespace, Inc., gave a brief overview of the launch business on April 9 at the 29th National Space Symposium. Mowry said that Arianespace has had 100 percent mission success over the last 10 years and now handles “almost half” of all satellites launched today.” Saying that,”these are exciting times for us in the…
Panel Talks about Redefining Disaster Management
Concentrating on the valuable role satellites play in disaster communications, the Space and Satcom – Redefining Disaster Management panel on April 9 was moderated by Susan J. Irwin, president, Euroconsult USA Inc. (pictured, left) and comprised: MAJ Linda Bozada, USA, chief, Theater SATCOM plans & programs, United States Pacific Command William (Bill) G. Connelly, vice president and general manager, ViaSat…
Space Warfighters Luncheon Features Weinstein
Maj. Gen. Jack Weinstein, USAF, director of air, space and cyberspace operations for Air Force Space Command, addressed a packed room of both military and civilian attendees at the Space Warfighters Luncheon, April 9, during the 29th National Space Symposium. The luncheon was sponsored by AGI. AGI Chief Executive Officer Paul Graziani gave the welcome remarks and AGI Vice…
Panel Discusses Space Pioneering Leadership and Economic Competitiveness
The final Tuesday morning session of the 29th National Space Symposium, Pioneering Leadership and Economic Competitiveness, keyed off recent reports making recommendations for the future of NASA and the U.S. civil space program: the Space Foundation’s PIONEERING: Sustaining U.S. Leadership in Space and the National Research Council (NRC)’s NASA’s Strategic Direction and the Need for a National Consensus.…
Nield Talks about Private Industry in Space
Federal Aviation Administration Associate Administrator for Commercial Space Transportation George C. Nield, Ph.D., spoke Tuesday morning at the 29th National Space Symposium. Noting that private industry will be a key player in space transportation because of budget cuts, advances in technology, government policy support and the involvement of wealthy individuals, Nield said, “It does not take a government…
Gen. William Shelton Gives AFSPC Perspective
Gen. William L. Shelton, USAF, commander, Air Force Space Command (AFSPC), set the stage for the 29th National Space Symposium with remarks Tuesday morning. He highlighted potential hurdles in a budget-constraint environment and offered a way ahead. “There are people who believe that the status quo is adequate,” he said. “I certainly don’t know what intelligence they’re…
"Dutch" Ruppersberger Talks about Benefits of Space, Dangers of Sequestration
The Honorable C.A. “Dutch” Ruppersberger (D-MD), who spoke at April 8’s Cyber 1.3 session, opened the 29th National Space Symposium on April 9. Saying that he advocates for space awareness in Congress, Ruppersberger said, “We need to let people know how important space is in their everyday lives.” Ruppersberger said that “sequestration undermines our national security,” adding that “cutting a…
Art Contest Award Reception Attracts Student Winners from Across the U.S.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (April 8, 2013) – The 36 winners of the 2013 Space Foundation International Student Art Contest were invited to attend the Space Foundation’s 29th National Space Symposium, being held at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs this week. Young artists from 12 countries were selected for the top slots from among more than…
Thuraya Appoints Eric Béranger to its Board of Directors
DUBAI, UAE (April 8, 2013) – Thuraya Telecommunications Company, a leading Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) operator, announced today the appointment of Eric Béranger to its Board of Directors. Béranger will be occupying the Board seat recently vacated by Charles Moore of Lockheed Martin, who recently retired on March 14, 2013. Ahmad Julfar, Chairman of Thuraya’s…