Wednesday luncheon with Michael Davis, Chair of the Space Industry Association of Australia

Guest Speaker: Michael Davis, Chair of the Space Industry Association of Australia

The Australian Space Industry Story - Small Steps and Giant Leaps

 

 

Michael Davis is Chair of Space Industry Association of Australia, the peak national body for the Australian space industry, formed in 1992.  He practised law in Adelaide for 41 years, retiring from his legal firm in 2014.  In 1996 he obtained a Master of Space Studies degree from the International Space University in Strasbourg, France where he is now a volunteer Faculty member and member of its Board of Trustees.

 

Michael has been involved in local space-related projects including proposing the Adelaide bid and chairing the local organising committee of the International Astronautical Congress held in Adelaide in September 2017, and chairing the management committee of the International Space University/University of South Australia Southern Hemisphere Space Studies Program which is held annually in Adelaide.

 

Australia has an unusual history of space activity compared with most advanced countries.  Our history includes a proud record of achievements dating back to the beginnings of the space age and more recently there has been a surge in commercial activity and government support.  Michael’s presentation will highlight some of the proud Australian space moments, and touch on some recent developments leading to the establishment of the Australian Space Agency this year and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for our space sector.

 

 

 

 

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