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North of Norway: Space!

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11. August 2026 | 17:00 - 18:00 Uhr (Teil der Arendalsuka)

Ein Feuerwerks- bzw. Raketenstart: Eine helle, lange Flamme schießt senkrecht in den Nachthimmel, während am Boden eine Staub- und Rauchwolke aufsteigt und der Himmel von orangefarbenem Licht erhellt wird.
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Informasjon

Date: 
11. August 2026,  17.00-18.00

Language:
English

Place:
MS Brisen
Langbryggen 19
4841 Arendal
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Note: This event is part of Arendalsuka!

Securing Europe's Future in Space: Norwegian-German-UK Cooperation 

As Europe faces a turning point in security policy, achieving strategic autonomy in space has never been more urgent. Resilient satellite infrastructure underpins everything from military readiness to civilian preparedness - and no single nation can secure it alone.

 

This event brings together Norway, Germany, and partners including stakeholders from the UK to explore how closer collaboration among allies can strengthen European space resilience:

 

Programme

17.00 – 17.03

Welcome from Norwegian Space Cluster & PhiLab

  • Anders Tørud, KPB & Norwegian Space Cluster
  • Trude Nilsen,  Jordobservasjon AS & ESA Arctic Phi lab

 

17.03 – 17.05

Introduction to panels & setting the scene: A new space era

  •  Dr. Dalia Samra-Rohte, German-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce, CEO
17.05 – 17.30

Session I: A new security landscape and the role of a resilient space ecosystem 

  • Tore O. Sandvik, The Ministry of Defence, Minister of Defence, Norway
  • Ole Morten Olsen, Norwegian Space Agency, Director, Business Development and Innovation
  • Jarle Maaren, Rheinmetall Nordics, Vice President, International Coordination & BD
  • Jon Widerøe Harr, Andøya Space, Director of Corporate Development & Sales
  • Daniel Metzler, Isar Aerospace, CEO
17.30 -17.55

Session II: Applying European Space Capabilities to Strengthen Strategic Autonomy 

  • Tore O. Sandvik, The Ministry of Defence, Minister of Defence, Norway
  • Maja-Stina Ekstedt, KSAT, EVP Sustainability, Public Relations & Communication, Kongsberg Satellite Services
  • Odd-Harald Hagen, Space Norway, VP Defence and Security market and sales/Major-General (ret.)
  • Sean Sutcliffe, Oxford Space Systems, CEO
17.55 – 18.00

Closing remarks & thanks to participants

  • Dr. Dalia Samra-Rohte, German-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce, CEO

 

Norway's strategic location and launch capabilities, combined with Germany's industrial and technological strength, illustrate the kind of complementary competencies Europe needs to draw on. The UK's expertise further reinforces this growing network of cooperation.

Rather than starting from scratch, the path to strategic autonomy lies in connecting and building on existing space capabilities already developed in Europe. 

 

Join policymakers, industry leaders, and experts aboard MS Brisen as we discuss how joint solutions - grounded in existing European strengths - can deliver security and resilience the continent needs in a new space domain. See you there! 

 

WELCOME TO ARENDALSUKA 2026

Arendalsuka is the largest political gathering in Norway, held annually since 2012. The event’s mission is clear: strengthen the belief in political empowerment and democracy through open debate and involvement.

 

Arendalsuka is the result of co-creation between national and local political parties, NGO's, universities, research institutions, private companies, and the Municipality of Arendal.

 

Arendalsuka takes place every year in mid-August. For 5 days, the city of Arendal is filled with an interesting and educational variety of exhibitions and events.

Logo mit orangefarbenem Kreis und weißem Segelboot-Symbol; darunter steht „MØT OSS PÅ ARENDALSUKA“.
Arendalsuka

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Logo mit dem Text „eesa“, daneben „Phi-Lab NET“ und rechts „Norway“ auf weißem Hintergrund.
Norwegion Space Cluster

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