We are thrilled to announce that Space Voyaging will be a proud Media Partner for the 75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2024), which will take place in Milan from October 14 to October 18, 2024.
As one of the most prestigious global space events, we are excited and honored to be part of such a monumental occasion. This partnership highlights our mission to keep our audience at the forefront of the latest developments in space technology, exploration, and research.
As Media Partners, we look forward to bringing you exclusive content, interviews, and behind-the-scenes access to one of the largest space gatherings in history. The recognition we’ve garnered is a testament to the commitment and teamwork that define Space Voyaging.
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About the congress
During the week of October 14 – 18, 2024, Milan will transform into the world’s space capital with the arrival of thousands of experts, scientists, industry professionals, and astronauts.
The 75th International Astronautical Congress is an event you cannot afford to miss. With the motto “Responsible Space for Sustainability,” IAC 2024 is set to be a record-breaking event, featuring more than 150 international exhibitors and 4,000 speakers from 96 countries.
Get ready for five days full of space exploration, and discover the IAC 2024 Program, which consists of Plenaries, Highlight Lectures, Technical Sessions, Special Sessions, Interactive Presentations, IAF GNF Sessions, Networking Events, and many associated events during the week.
The most important topics in the space sector will be discussed: from sustainable exploration of the Moon and Mars, Earth observation in the era of climate change, the use of big data, AI, and robotics in space, to aspects of safety and sustainability of orbits.
The program
The Technical Program will be the most extensive to date, showcasing more than 2,362 papers across 200 Technical Sessions. Additionally, there will be 5 Interactive Presentation Sessions featuring more than 2,000 presentations, all competing for the prestigious IP Award. The programme also includes 23 top-tier Symposium Keynotes and 18 Special Sessions, spanning the full spectrum of space disciplines.
This diversity is further reflected in the Plenary Program, which will feature everything from lunar exploration and in-situ resource utilization to the role of space in addressing climate change and freshwater crises on Earth. After careful consideration, the IPC Steering Group has selected 7 Plenary sessions and 3 Highlight Lectures to be presented at IAC 2024 in Milan:
- PE1: One to One with Heads of Agencies
- PE2: Host Plenary: Responsible and sustainable space exploration: Moon to Mars
- PE3: New lunar frontiers: How the non-space industry is unlocking future markets, proposed by ispace (Industry Category)
- PE4: Value of Resources: Recipe for In-Situ Resource Utilization on Space Frontiers, proposed by JAXA (Exploration Category)
- PE5: Intelligent Space: Big Data, Advanced Algorithms, and Autonomous Robotics in Space, proposed by IAF WD-YPP, SGAC (Next Generation Category)
- PE6: Observing the Earth, Serving our Societies: Space in the Age of Climate, proposed by CNES, ASI, NOAA (Environment Category)
- PE7: New Opportunities benefit Human Space Flight on Earth, in Space and Beyond, proposed by Chinese Academy of Sciences (Emerging Countries/Other Category)
Highlight Lectures:
- HLL1: Euclid Mission: unveiling the Universe, proposed by ESA/CNES (Exploration Category)
- HLL2: Viewing the freshwater crisis from space: A world of drought and flood extremes, proposed by NASA-JPL (Environment Category)
- HLL3: IAF World Space Award Highlight Lecture
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Special Sessions and the GNF
The IAF Global Networking Forum (GNF) at IAC 2024 will feature 24 sessions filled with crucial discussions and insights on space sustainability and technology, including the latest innovations and strategic approaches in the industry. The IAF GNF session featuring international astronauts on Public Day, October 18, is a must-see event, promising to deliver groundbreaking perspectives on the future of international cooperation.
The IAC 2024 Special Sessions will feature interactive and creative formats such as fishbowls, workshops, design sprints, and interactive games. These sessions will be filled with intensive discussions, powerful presentations, practical activities, and unparalleled networking to provide a platform where delegates can engage and share their views on fascinating space topics.
Discover the full IAC 2024 Program here and register today to secure your place among global space leaders, innovators, and scientists at the world’s premier space event. Together, let us embark on the IAC 2024 journey!
Space Voyaging’s partnership with IAF for this event is not just an attestation to our team’s relentless work and dedication but also a milestone in our journey to share the wonders of space with the world. We are eager to provide coverage and insights on all aspects of this event, underscoring the importance of space exploration for sustainability and global cooperation.
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The International Astronautical Federation (IAF)
Founded in 1951, the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) is the world’s leading space advocacy body with more than 500 members in 77 countries, including all leading space agencies, industries, research institutions, universities, societies, associations, institutes, and museums worldwide.
Following its motto “Connecting @ll Space People” and its vision of “A space-faring world cooperating for the benefit of humanity,” the Federation advances knowledge about space, supporting the development and application of space assets by promoting global cooperation.
As the organizer of the annual International Astronautical Congress (IAC) and other thematic events, the IAF actively encourages the development of space activities for peaceful purposes and supports the dissemination of scientific and technical information related to space.
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