Post-CM25 industry event online set for 14 January
Unlocking the Future of Space Exploration: Insights from the ESA Post-CM25 Industry Event
As the European Space Agency (ESA) continues to push the boundaries of space exploration, the industry is abuzz with excitement and anticipation. On January 14, 2026, the ESA will host an online post-CM25 industry event, providing a platform for industry partners to 조사 the outcome of the ESA Council at Ministerial Level 2025 and explore key follow-up opportunities across ESA programmes. In this article, we'll delve into the programme, highlighting the key speakers, topics, and practical arrangements.
Setting the Stage: The ESA Council at Ministerial Level 2025
The ESA Council at Ministerial Level 2025, held on November 26-27, 2025, in Bremen, Germany, brought together European ministers to define the future course of Europe's space ambitions. The council marked a significant milestone in the ESA's journey, with ministers agreeing on a range of initiatives and programmes to drive the agency's future growth. The post-CM25 industry event will provide a detailed overview of the council's outcome, highlighting the key decisions and their implications for industry partners.
Programme Highlights
The online post-CM25 industry event will feature a packed programme, with presentations from ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher and all ESA directors. The programme is divided into several sessions, each focusing on a specific area of the ESA's activities. Here are some of the highlights:
Session 1: Successful CM25 – Josef Aschbacher, ESA Director General
The first session will feature a presentation by ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher, who will provide an overview of the council's outcome and highlight the key achievements. Aschbacher will also discuss the implications of the council's decisions for industry partners and the future of the ESA.
Session 2: CM25 towards MFF Outlook - Eric Morel, Director of Strategy, Legal and External Matters
The second session will focus on the financial planning and budgeting aspects of the council's decisions. Eric Morel, Director of Strategy, Legal and External Matters, will provide an update on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and its implications for the ESA's future activities.
Session 3: CSC - Laurent Jaffart, Director of Connectivity and Secure Communications
The third session will focus on the ESA's Connectivity and Secure Communications (CSC) programme, which aims to develop and deploy secure communication systems for space missions. Laurent Jaffart, Director of CSC, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 4: NAV - Javier Benedicto, Director of Navigation
The fourth session will focus on the ESA's Navigation programme, which aims to develop and deploy navigation systems for space missions. Javier Benedicto, Director of Navigation, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 5: EOP - Simonetta Chelli, Director of Earth Observation Programmes
The fifth session will focus on the ESA's Earth Observation Programmes (EOP), which aim to develop and deploy Earth observation systems for a range of applications. Simonetta Chelli, Director of EOP, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 6: European Remote Sensing (ERS) - Laurent Jaffart, Javier Benedicto, Simonetta Chelli
The sixth session will focus on the European Remote Sensing (ERS) programme, which aims to develop and deploy remote sensing systems for a range of applications. Laurent Jaffart, Javier Benedicto, and Simonetta Chelli will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 7: TEC - Dietmar Pilz, Director of Technology, Engineering and Quality
The seventh session will focus on the ESA's Technology, Engineering and Quality (TEC) programme, which aims to develop and deploy new technologies for space missions. Dietmar Pilz, Director of TEC, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 8: CIC - Géraldine Naja, Director of Commercialisation, Industry and Competitiveness
The eighth session will focus on the ESA's Commercialisation, Industry and Competitiveness (CIC) programme, which aims to promote the commercialisation of space technologies and services. Géraldine Naja, Director of CIC, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 9: STS - Toni Tolker Nielsen, Acting Director of Space Transportation
The ninth session will focus on the ESA's Space Transportation (STS) programme, which aims to develop and deploy new space transportation systems. Toni Tolker Nielsen, Acting Director of STS, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 10: HRE - Daniel Neuenschwander, Director of Human and Robotic Exploration
The tenth session will focus on the ESA's Human and Robotic Exploration (HRE) programme, which aims to develop and deploy new technologies for human and robotic exploration of space. Daniel Neuenschwander, Director of HRE, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 11: SCI - Carole Mundell, Director of Science
The eleventh session will focus on the ESA's Science programme, which aims to develop and deploy new scientific instruments and missions. Carole Mundell, Director of Science, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Session 12: OPS - Rolf Densing, Director of Operations
The twelfth and final session will focus on the ESA's Operations programme, which aims to develop and deploy new operations systems and services. Rolf Densing, Director of Operations, will provide an update on the programme's progress and highlight the key challenges and opportunities.
Registering for the Event
To register for the online post-CM25 industry event, please click on the following link and complete the form by January 12, 2026, at 22:00 CET: ESA Post CM25 Industry Event Registration – Fill out form.
Conclusion
The ESA post-CM25 industry event promises to be an exciting and informative event, providing a platform for industry partners to explore the outcome of the ESA Council at Ministerial Level 2025 and key follow-up opportunities across ESA programmes. With a packed programme featuring presentations from ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher and all ESA directors, attendees will gain valuable insights into the future of space exploration and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Don't miss this opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the space industry and to network with industry leaders and experts. Register now and join the conversation!
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