CONFERS | The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations

Thank you for your interest and engagement in 2024! Because of you, CONFERS ... 🚀 ... had a successful and strategically very productive year; 🚀 ... generated multiple outputs and products (one new recommendation for standards, with more going through the standards development process, and additional new recommendations being developed by CONFERS task forces; 13 webinars, 5 responses to agency rulemakings; produced the successful 7th Annual GSSF&E, and much more); 🚀 ... grew its member base to 87 organizations from 15 countries; 🚀 ... is recognized by U.S. and foreign government officials as the de facto global organization for developing recommendations for ISAM, OOS and RPO standards; 🚀 ... has become THE global ISAM community; and  🚀 ... has developed an ambitious agenda for 2025. So, stay tuned for more news and information coming out soon! #ISAM #GSSF&E #Standards #SpaceInfrastructure #SpaceSustianability #InternationalCollaboration

CONFERS’ 7th Global Satellite Servicing Forum & Exhibition (GSSF&E) was terrific! In addition to wonderful people, a great atmosphere and effective networking, we are happy to share the news from the space industry's premier event for space infrastructure and operations: 🚀 195 registrants from 15 countries and 102 organizations spent two content-packed days hearing global experts deliver In-Space Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing (ISAM)-centric presentations covering insurance and risk management, RPO safety, the latest in on-orbit refueling, domestic and international regulatory regimes, and spectrum allocation, to name but a few of the issues covered in 31 general session keynotes, panels, a fireside chat and interactive Space Infrastructure Games challenging ISAM’s technology and business aspects. 🚀 Three Volunteer Service Recognition Awards were given (see previous post) 🚀 CONFERS’s accomplishment over the last 12 months were presented, including new industry-developed recommendations for standards submitted and published, legislative and regulatory responses, and other work conducted by its member-based committees and task forces 🚀 In addition to plenty of peer-to-peer networking opportunities, this year’s event included a new table-top exhibition 🚀 We had and will intensify great “CONFERSations”! Thanks to all for coming! CONFERS' membership is approaching 100 organizations from around the world, and we will continue to expand the scope of our activities and services to the global ISAM community in 2025, intensifying the dialogue with stakeholders internationally. #GSSF&E #ISAM Brian Lagana Joerg Kreisel Jon Beam Brien Flewelling Joe Anderson Chris Blackerby David A Barnhart Vanessa Clark Adam Harris Tim Maclay Brian Weeden

CONFERS Recognizes Its Volunteer Leaders The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations (CONFERS | The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations) – the independent, global, non-profit trade association fostering the satellite servicing industry – recently recognized the valuable contributions made by three individual volunteers from CONFERS member companies.  Presented with Volunteer Service Recognition Awards at CONFERS recent Global Satellite Servicing Forum & Exhibition (GSSF&E) were: Ron Birk , The Aerospace Corporation:  served as Co-Chair of CONFERS Technical Committee for four years, and is now rotating out of the leadership role, while remaining engaged with the committee.  During Ron’s tenure as Co-Chair, CONFERS delivered numerous recommendations for standards development, and has grown the scope of work of the committee – now with four task forces under its purview. Chris Blackerby, Astroscale Holdings:  recently completed three years as CONFERS President, seeing the organization transition from DARPA to an independent global trade association with members in 15 counties.  Chris remains active as Immediate Past President, a consultative role to provide the Board with continuity during leadership transitions. Victor Nifo, MDA Space:  As Chair of CONFERS Power and Data Interfaces Task Force, Victor led the group to the successful completion of its scope of work, with significant recommendations submitted in July to AIAA for development into voluntary consensus standards.  Victor continues to liaise with AIAA as the recommendations work their way through the development process, and was recently appointed Co-Chair of CONFERS Technical Committee. It’s through the dedication of time, talent and resources from these three volunteers and the many more like them, that makes CONFERS the independent global trade association developing industry-led recommendations for standards and guiding international policies for satellite servicing that contribute to a sustainable, safe and diverse space economy! #ISAM #satelliteservicing #standards #GSSF&E Brian Lagana Jon Beam Joerg Kreisel

Thank you Chad for your comments on CONFERS GSSF&E. We hope everyone who attended had the same positive experience.

The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations (CONFERS) 7th Annual Global Satellite Servicing Forum & Exhibition (GSSF&E) – the space sector’s premier in-space infrastructure and operations event – begins a week from tomorrow.  View an advance copy of the program, below, to see what you could be missing if you don’t register! Additional information and on-line registration can be found here:  https://lnkd.in/e7yRvWZH We look forward to welcoming you to The Westin Arlington Gateway in Arlington, VA next Wednesday, November 13 and Thursday, November 14. #CONFERS #ISAM

The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations' (CONFERS) 7th Annual Global Satellite Servicing Forum & Exhibition (GSSF&E) – the space sector’s premier in-space infrastructure and operations event – begins one week from tomorrow.  Click here to view an advance copy of the program to see what you could be missing if you don’t register! https://lnkd.in/eiKspBuN Additional information and on-line registration can be found here:  https://lnkd.in/gUY9XPXM We look forward to welcoming you to CONFERS 7th Annual GSSF&E at The Westin Arlington Gateway in Arlington, VA next Wednesday, November 13 and Thursday, November 14. #CONFERS #ISAM

🛰️ Numerous COSMIC members will be in attendance or presenting at the CONFERS | The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations Global Satellite Servicing Forum & Exhibition, November 13-14. 🌎 This international conference will present a wonderful opportunity to learn from and collaborate with other ISAM practitioners. 👓 Will we see you there?

Richard Jacklin will be presenting Plextek's expertise in radar and sensing technology for Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO), at the CONFERS | The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations 7th Annual Global Satellite Servicing Forum & Exhibition (GSSF&E), on November 13-14th. If you are attending and would like an advanced copy of Plextek's technical paper 'Sensing in space' you can request your copy here: https://lnkd.in/eApQjZfT Find out more about the exhibition & register for your place here: https://lnkd.in/eCzNgiAF #RPOradar #SatelliteTechnology #CONFERS

🚀 Mark your calendars! Kurs Orbital has a busy few weeks ahead. From November 4-6, we’ll be soaking up the space vibes at the third SpaceFounders Bootcamp in #Munich, Germany. 🥨🍻 Then, we’re jetting off to #Arlington, Virginia for the 7th Annual Global Satellite Servicing Forum & Exhibition (GSSF & E), organized by #CONFERS, on November 13-14. ✈️ If you’re around, come say hi and chat with us about the future of rendezvous and docking. We promise good company and maybe even some cosmic insights! 🌌✨ CONFERS | The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations #SpaceFounders #space #newspace #euspace

Satellite servicing and other in-space infrastructure continue to build momentum at an ever-increasing rate - but how will they grow and maintain relevance in today's marketplace? And how will you and your companyrespond?  Plan to join your colleagues and friends two weeks from today to help define the future of in-space operations by registering to attend the 7th Annual Global Satellite Servicing Forum & Exhibition (GSSF&E).  The GSSF&E will be held Wednesday, November 13 - Thursday, November 14, 2024 at The Westin Arlington Gateway in Arlington, VA. The GSSF&E, hosted by the Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations (#CONFERS), is the space sector’s premier in-space infrastructure and operations event featuring leading commercial and government satellite operators, satellite manufacturers, satellite servicing providers, policy leaders, financial and insurance experts, and media from around the world highlighting key themes in the satellite servicing segment including maintenance, repair, assembly, manufacturing, and inspection within the space domain extending from low-earth orbit (LEO) to cislunar orbit and beyond. Add your voice to the conversation driving technology, standards, policy, and market opportunities for in-space services and infrastructure — visit https://lnkd.in/gUY9XPXM and register for the GSSF&E today. #ISAM #CONFERS