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KSAT Joins Spaceport Norway 2024 as a GEO Sponsor: Strengthening Our Constellation of Industry Leaders

October 11, 2024
Spaceport Norway

We are proud to announce that KSAT (Kongsberg Satellite Services) has joined Spaceport Norway 2024 as a GEO sponsor, completing a unique and powerful constellation of partners! Together, this diverse team of sponsors represents the strength and breadth of the Norwegian space sector, bringing together the largest and most established players alongside forward-leaning organizations driving the future of space innovation.

The addition of KSAT—one of the most significant players in global satellite communication—highlights our commitment to bridging today’s space expertise with tomorrow’s emerging technologies. From national agencies and defense giants to cutting-edge startups and specialized technology firms, our sponsor lineup embodies the dynamic and evolving nature of the space industry in Norway and beyond.

KSAT´s CEO, Rolf Skatteboe, is one of our keynote speakers this year, and will talk about lunar distance communications - and beyond!

These sponsors are not only supporting Spaceport Norway 2024, but they are also investing in the future by enabling 100 students to attend the event. This commitment to fostering new talent and building the next generation of space professionals is part of the reason we see our sponsor team as more than just partners—they’re a constellation we want to work with going forward.

A diverse and strategic sponsor team: leading today, shaping tomorrow

KSAT’s addition rounds out a stellar lineup of sponsors, highlighting the diverse and complementary roles they play within the space ecosystem:

  • Norwegian Space Agency (NOSA): Norway’s national space agency, dedicated to expanding Norway’s space capabilities and enabling international partnerships.
  • Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (GEO Sponsor): One of the most established names in the space and defense sector, Kongsberg is at the forefront of advanced solutions for space systems and exploration.
  • EIDEL: A specialist in high-performance electronics and instrumentation, EIDEL provides mission-critical systems that power aerospace and defense applications and is growing fast. Eidel is also developing Space Mission Design and encryption solutions for space and other markets.
  • IDEAS: With innovative radiation detection technology and readout electronics, IDEAS supports both scientific and commercial missions, making space safer and more efficient.
  • Space Norway: A state-owned company strategically investing in critical space infrastructure and services to support Norway’s long-term space capabilities.
  • EmLogic: specializes in developing custom embedded software solutions, focusing on hardware-near development and systems integration. EmLogic is the leading FPGA Design centre in Norway and Scandinavia.
  • INVENTAS: A creative design and engineering firm, INVENTAS transforms ambitious ideas into real-world technology, blending design thinking with technical excellence.
  • Andøya Space: A key player in European launch and testing services, Andøya Space is a cornerstone of Norway’s capabilities in space launch operations.
  • ISAR Aerospace: An emerging launch provider developing innovative launch systems to offer affordable and flexible access to space, representing the future of European launch capabilities.

Special Partnership for 2024: Investment and Development Agency of Latvia

Special Partnership for 2024: Investment and Development Agency of Latvia

We are thrilled about our special partnership with the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia, which aims to strengthen collaboration between the Latvian and Norwegian space sectors. This partnership is set to unlock new opportunities for growth, innovation, and shared success within the European space community.

With the support of a diverse and forward-thinking group of sponsors, Spaceport Norway 2024 will serve as a unique platform where established industry leaders and the next generation of space pioneers converge.

Sold out expo space on our site - still some tickets left

While expo space is no longer available on our site*, tickets for the conference are still on sale until we have reached the limit of 500 attendees. With over 50 speakers confirmed from the US, Europe, and Norway, the final agenda for both conference days and the Spaceport Norway Award Dinner is nearing completion.
Finally!

Join us in Oslo on November 12-13 as we dive into the future of space science, research and business at Spaceport Norway 2024.

*our strategic partner – Norwegian Promotion Group (NPG) – might still have something available. Reach out to the Spaceport Norway-team to learn more.