What will it take for Europe to lead the global ISAM revolution?

In this special live episode of In-Orbit, host Dallas Campbell takes us inside the ISAM Conference in Belfast for a wide-ranging panel discussion on Europe's ambitions and progress in in-orbit servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM).

Featuring representatives from the European Space Agency (ESA), UK Space Agency (UKSA), Italian Space Agency (ASI), OHB, and GMV, the panel explores strategic priorities, mission developments, commercial opportunities, and regulatory challenges.

From pioneering demo missions and robotic assembly to tackling debris and building a circular economy in space, this episode highlights how Europe is taking bold steps in space sustainability. Discover how ESA is leading by example, what barriers industry still faces, and why collaboration, innovation, and risk-taking will be key to staying ahead in the growing global ISAM market.

• (00:00) - Introduction to In-Orbit Podcast
• (01:21) - GMV's Contributions to ISAM
• (03:25) - ESA's Perspective on ISAM
• (06:40) - Italian Space Agency's Roadmap
• (10:40) - UK Space Agency's Role in ISAM
• (12:52) - OHB's Industrial Viewpoint
• (16:46) - Strategic Vision for In-Orbit Servicing
• (21:17) - Europe's Unique Role in IOS Market
• (26:02) - Policy and Institutional Support
• (30:59) - Challenges in Clear Space One Program
• (33:04) - Future Predictions and Recommendations

Irene Huertas Garcia: GNC System Engineer at ESA, Irene provides institutional insights into ESA's evolving ISAM roadmap, sustainability efforts, and mission strategy.

Matt Cook: Head of Space Exploration at the UK Space Agency, Matt shares the UK’s policy direction, strategic goals, and investments in programs like ADRIOS and ClearSpace One.

Enrico Cavallini: Head of Space Transportation & In-Orbit Servicing at ASI, Enrico outlines Italy’s national ISAM roadmap and its pioneering demo mission for servicing and debris removal.

Timo Stuffler: Director of Business Development at OHB, Timo gives an industrial view on ClearSpace One, new-space challenges, and balancing innovation with regulation.

Juan Bevan: Head of Space at GMV, Juan highlights the company’s robotics, capture interface, and antenna assembly contributions to European ISAM projects.

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ESA: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Website
ASI - Italian Space Agency: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Website
OHB: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Website
UK Space Agency: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Website

Produced by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.