Time (in hrs.) | Sessions |
0830-0930 |
Registration and Welcome Tea/Coffee |
0930-0945 |
Introductory/Welcome Address |
0945-1030 |
Panel: European Geospatial Market and Economy: Growth Trend and Directions Panel: European Geospatial Market and Economy: Growth Trend and DirectionsEurope offers a trillion Euro geospatial market. It is a region where geospatial tools and technologies are indispensable in governance, businesses, and socio-economic-environmental development. Between 2021-2025, the commercial value-added services or the downstream market in Earth Observations is forecasted to grow at CAGR 14.53%. This growth is driven by the evolving role of national geospatial agencies, enhanced workflow integration in the economic sectors, changing business models, and evolving legislative environment. This panel will discuss:
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1030-1115 |
Panel: Hydrospatial-Advancing Blue Economy Panel: Hydrospatial-Advancing Blue EconomyAs per the EU Blue Economy Report 2024, established sectors of the EU Blue Economy directly employed close to 3.59 million people and generated around €623.6 billion in turnover. Hydrospatial information is crucial in determining the baselines and supporting decision-making across all blue economy sectors. It is also a key component of the European Digital Twin of the Ocean, which enables modelling and development of science-driven decision-making tools, thereby ensuring a healthy and sustainable ocean. The development of the hydrospatial domain necessitates collaboration among diverse stakeholders of the blue economy, including hydrographic and oceanographic offices, blue economy sectoral users, technology providers, and policymakers. This Panel will discuss: Evolving demand for ocean knowledge, and opportunities for growth and innovation in the blue economy
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1115-1130 |
Networking Break |
1130-1215 |
Panel: Advancements & Obstacles in Geospatial Technology Panel: Advancements & Obstacles in Geospatial Technology
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1215-1300 |
Panel: Digital Twins: Above-Surface and Below-Surface Innovations Panel: Digital Twins: Above-Surface and Below-Surface InnovationsThis session will delve into the transformative potential of digital twin technology across various domains, focusing on smart infrastructure and ocean exploration. Digital twins, virtual replicas of physical entities, provide real-time data and predictive insights, enabling enhanced decision-making and operational efficiency. The Panel will bring upon the following discussion points:
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1330-1400 |
Networking Lunch |
1400-1445 |
Panel: Location Intelligence Empowering Businesses Panel: Location Intelligence Empowering BusinessesIn the modern landscape, Location intelligence transforms decision-making by providing insights through geospatial data. It helps businesses across industries optimize their operations, manage risks, and understand customer behaviour. For example, insurance companies refine risk assessment and claims management, while businesses can enhance asset management, site selection, and customer engagement. By analysing geographic data, companies can make informed decisions, improve operational efficiency, and tailor strategies to meet market demands. The panel will discuss on:
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1445-1530 |
Panel: Geospatial Technologies Transforming Telecommunication, Utilities and Energy Panel: Geospatial Technologies Transforming Telecommunication, Utilities and EnergyDigital technologies and innovations that can optimise and increase efficiency within the telecommunications, utilities and the energy sectors. Technological innovations facilitate precise monitoring, efficient resource management, and strategic planning, crucial for reducing carbon footprints. For utilities aiming for the EU's carbon-neutral goals, geospatial solutions optimize operations, enhance renewable energy integration, and minimize environmental impact. Leveraging modern ICT, these systems enable effective green management by providing real-time data, predictive analytics, and seamless connectivity, ensuring sustainable and resilient utility infrastructures. The panel will discuss:
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1530-1615 |
Panel: Strengthening ESG Objectives through Earth Observation Panel: Strengthening ESG Objectives through Earth ObservationAchieving ESG objectives through earth observations is crucial for precise environmental monitoring, resource management, and sustainability reporting. It enables real-time tracking of ecological impacts, helps optimize resource use, and ensures transparency, aiding in compliance with regulations and fostering trust among stakeholders, ultimately driving sustainable development and corporate responsibility. Thus, transitioning into a greener space of business operations becomes more valuable to an organisation to deliver ESG goals, building resiliency as well as healthier sectors across Europe. The panel will discuss:
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1615-1630 |
Networking Tea & Coffee Break |
1630-1715 |
Panel: Startups and Investments opportunities Panel: Startups and Investments opportunitiesThe startups, and the investment opportunities are critical to the growth of the European geospatial industry. Europe's GIS-based companies are at the forefront of innovation, offering transformative solutions across various sectors, including urban planning, environmental monitoring, and much more. With increasing reliance on geospatial data for decision-making, startups in this space are attracting significant investment. Opportunities abound in smart cities, climate resilience, and advanced analytics, driven by public and private sector demand. European startups benefit from a supportive ecosystem, including EU funding programs, venture capital’s investors and a growing network of industry partnerships. The panel will discuss:
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1715-1730 |
Closing Remarks and Recommendations |
1730 Onwards |
Reception with Dinner |