The Forum: Space Ecosystem and Sustainability – Bridges to the Future aims to consolidate the Brazilian Space Program as a strategic vector for national development and a driving force of Brazil’s new economy. By bringing together government, industry, academia, investors, and society, the event promotes discussions on regulation, innovation, emerging markets, financing, and space applications capable of boosting Brazil’s competitiveness and technological sovereignty. By integrating these agendas in a systemic manner, the Forum reaffirms the role of the space sector as critical infrastructure for the country’s future—strengthening public policies, stimulating new business opportunities, and enabling solutions with global impact.
 
This forum will have simultaneous translation into Portuguese and English.

 
Official Opening (9h30 – 9h45)
Marco Antonio Chamon – President of the Brazilian Space Agency (AEB)
 
 
Panel 1: 9h45 – 11h00 – Space Law: Security, Sustainability, and Global Cooperation
To discuss the main legal, regulatory, and policy challenges and solutions related to the sustainability of space activities, addressing topics such as debris mitigation, international governance, responsible use of orbit and spectrum, licensing and compliance, as well as the role of governments, agencies, and the private sector in building a safe, sustainable, and competitive space environment. The panel also aims to discuss how the Brazilian Space Program can align with global best practices and strengthen its international engagement in a robust and responsible manner.
 
Participants:
• Ian Grosne – AEB (Moderator)
• Institute of Aerospace and Telecommunications Law, Ludovika University of Public Service (Budapest, Hungary)
• Astroscale (United Kingdom)
• ANATEL (Brazil)
 
 
Panel 2: 11h00 – 12h15 – Launch Commercialization: Opportunities and Challenges for Sustainable Development
Following the first commercial space launch conducted from Brazilian territory (December 2025), a favorable scenario emerges for the expansion of this activity in the country. This panel brings together ALADA and representatives from industry to discuss how the Brazilian government can foster space launch operations while incorporating principles of environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
 
Participants:
• Cristiano Queiroz Vilanova – AEB (Moderator)
• ALADA
• INNOSPACE
• Kennedy Space Center / NASA
 
 
12h15 – 13h40 – Break
 
 
Panel 3: 13h40– 15h – Technology Parks: Building New Frontiers of Innovation in Brazil
To discuss the strategic role of technology parks in decentralizing and strengthening the Brazilian space ecosystem by promoting innovation, technology transfer, and integration among companies, academia, government, and society. The panel will present success stories and collaboration models that drive regional space projects, highlighting business structures and financing mechanisms that enhance national competitiveness, stimulate the creation of new ventures, and contribute to the country’s sustainable development.
 
Participants:
• Leila Fonseca – AEB (Moderator)
• Itaipu Parquetec
• São José dos Campos Technology Park
• Bahia Aerospace Industrial and Technology Park
• ANPROTEC
 
 
Panel 4: 15h00 – 16h20 – Space Innovation and Financing: Strategic Alliances for a Sustainable Transition
The integration of space and climate positions the space sector as a pillar of the green economy and a catalyst for strategic partnerships with environmental impact.
This panel aims to discuss how space technologies and data can support decarbonization, conservation, and climate adaptation projects, and how new financing mechanisms—public, private, and hybrid—can accelerate the sustainable transition in Brazil.
 
Participants:
• Carolina Pedroso – AEB (Moderator)
• Re.green
• Bioflore
• BNDES
• Embrapii
 
 
16h20 – 16h40 – Break
 
 
Panel 5: 16h40 – 18h – New Frontiers for Space Technologies
To discuss perspectives and pathways for the development of advanced space technologies in Brazil, exploring evolving systems, high-complexity projects, and new application areas that expand the reach of the national space sector. The panel seeks to analyze challenges and opportunities for the future of the industry and the Brazilian Space Program, and to highlight how these new technological frontiers can strengthen the country’s competitiveness and its integration into international space initiatives.
 
Participants:
• Rodrigo Leonardi (Moderator)
• Concert Space
• Visiona
• AIAB
• MDIC
 
This forum will have simultaneous translation into Portuguese and English.

 

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