IMEC25 concluded after two intensive days of insightful discussions, innovative concepts, and meaningful collaboration. From impactful keynotes to focused panel sessions, the conference brought together experts, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders shaping the future of the maritime, environmental, and coastal sectors.

SPEAKERS25

AGENDA25

5 Nov. 25

Problem Owners

6 Nov. 25

Problem Solvers

«Marine Pollution Emergencies: When the Sea Turns Black»

Participants: Antonio Padial – SASEMAR, Mahyar Golabi – Cheiron Energy, and Jorge García – REPSOL.

Moderator: Jana Pérez – SASEMAR

«Papua New Guinea. Protecting the land of the unexpected»

Speaker: Captain Krzysztof Orlowski – Papua National Maritime Safety Authority

«International Trends in Assessing Oil Spill Response Preparedness»

Speaker: Miguel Moyano – ARPEL

«When Science Guides Action»

Speaker: Mirem Garbiñe Ayensa Aguirre – INTECMAR

«Saving Lives Against the Clock: Current Challenges in Search and Rescue Missions»

Participants: José Manuel Allegue – SASEMAR, Amador Castro – Xunta de Galicia, and José Álvaro Martínez-Villalobos – CEC

Moderator: Jaime Sánchez Mayorga – AEE

«The Future of Maritime Emergency Management»

Speaker: Antonio Padial – MRCC

«Canary Islands International Maritime Emergency Base Project»

Participants: Armando R. Lopes – Maritime and Port Institute of Cape Verde, Eduardo Pereira – Technological Park of Fuerteventura, Augusto Sepp – Orbital and Eduardo Santana de Porras – Ghenova.

Moderator: Isabela Gómez-Luna – Orbital

“Space Data and Orbital Infrastructure for Sustainable and Resilient Operations”

Speaker: Maryia Urazaeva – Satellite Applications Catapult

«Sentinel-1 Next Generation and ROSE-L in the Context of Maritime Applications and Emergency Management»

Speaker: Lorenzo Iannini – ESA

«The Changes in the Maritime World and What Still Needs to Be Done to Fully Harness Space for Our Advantage»

Speaker: Guy Thomas – NATO

«The Role of Satellites in Maritime Emergencies»

Participants: Javier García – Open Cosmos, Miguel A. Redondo – Hisdesat, Carlos Fernández – Telespazio, and Carlos Román – Maxar

Moderator: Pablo Benjumeda – Orbital

«Cosine Remote Sensing Solution for Earth Observation and Water Quality»

Speaker: Marco Sposito – Cosine Remote Sensing BV

«From Challenge to Solution: Skyflare’s Answer To Maritime Emergencies»

Speaker: Fernando Ripoll – SkyFlare

«High Altitude Pseudo-Satellites (HAPS): Overcoming the Persistence Challenge»

Participants: Pol Llorca – Airbus, Valentín Canales – B2Space, Elisa Callejo – Thales, and Carlos Fernández – Telespazio

Moderator: Juan Peña – Orbital

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

«It was impactful to discuss the topic and explore real operational challenges and needs with key stakeholder.»

— Marco Esposito, Managing Director at Cosine.

«It was an enriching space to discuss challenges and solutions that directly impact the safety and sustainability of our operations.»

— Jorge García, Marine Terminal Management, Repsol.

«It was a wonderful experience to meet so many professionals in the field and attend a number of insightful sessions.»

— Lee Thomas, Global Sales Lead, SHECO.

«It was a highly productive session for everyone dedicated to maritime safety and technological innovation.»

— Valentin Canales, Co-Founder, CTO & Co-CEO , B2Space.

«IMEC25 was dedicated to listening to those who face the real challenges of the maritime environment every day.»

— Aerospace & Unmanned Aerial Systems, Sky Flare. 

«IMEC is bringing together those working at the intersection of maritime safety, emergency response, and innovation.»

— Earth Observation / Thermal & Remote Sensing, Aistech Space. 

«Congratulations to ORBITAL on the excellent organization and to all participants for their energy, vision, and valuable contributions.»

— SkyFlare, Aerospace & Unmanned Aerial Systems. 

«Congratulations to Orbital for the great organisation of this outstanding Conference.»

— Elisa Callejo, Sales Manager, Thales Alenia Space España. 

«A big thank you to the organizers for hosting such an incredible event and bringing together global stakeholders on one platform.»

— Miroslav Rozloznik, Business Development & Bidding Manager, ZAITRA. 

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Two Days of Ideas, Collaboration & Future-Shaping Dialogue.

AGENDA25

Talks

Roundtables

5 Nov. 25

Problem Owners

Roundtable
«Marine Pollution Emergencies: When the Sea Turns Black»
Participants: Antonio Padial – SASEMAR, Mahyar Golabi – Cheiron Energy, and Jorge García – REPSOL
Moderator: Jana Pérez – SASEMAR

«Papua New Guinea. Protecting the land of the unexpected»
Speaker: Captain Krzysztof Orlowski – Papua National Maritime Safety Authority

«International Trends in Assessing Oil Spill Response Preparedness»
Speaker: Miguel Moyano – ARPEL

«When Science Guides Action»
Speaker: Mirem Garbiñe Ayensa Aguirre – INTECMAR

«Saving Lives Against the Clock: Current Challenges in Search and Rescue Missions»
Participants: José Manuel Allegue – SASEMAR, Amador Castro – Xunta de Galicia, and José Álvaro Martínez-Villalobos – CEC
Moderator: Jaime Sánchez Mayorga – AEE

«The Future of Maritime Emergency Management»
Speaker: Antonio Padial – MRCC

«Canary Islands International Maritime Emergency Base Project»
Participants: Armando R. Lopes – Maritime and Port Institute of Cape Verde, Eduardo Pereira – Technological Park of Fuerteventura, Augusto Sepp – Orbital and Eduardo Santana de Porras – Ghenova
Moderator: Isabela Gómez-Luna – Orbital

6 Nov. 25

Problem Solvers

09:15 – 9:35 Talk (15’)
“Space Data and Orbital Infrastructure for Sustainable and Resilient Operations”
Speaker: Maryia Urazaeva – Satellite Applications Catapult

09:35 – 09:55 Talk (15’)
«Sentinel-1 Next Generation and ROSE-L in the Context of Maritime Applications and Emergency Management»
Speaker: Lorenzo Iannini – ESA

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

«It was impactful to discuss the topic and explore real operational challenges and needs with key stakeholder.»

— Marco Esposito, Managing Director at Cosine.

«It was an enriching space to discuss challenges and solutions that directly impact the safety and sustainability of our operations.»

— Jorge García, Marine Terminal Management, Repsol.

«It was a wonderful experience to meet so many professionals in the field and attend a number of insightful sessions.»

— Lee Thomas, Global Sales Lead, SHECO.

«It was a highly productive session for everyone dedicated to maritime safety and technological innovation.»

— Valentin Canales, Co-Founder, CTO & Co-CEO , B2Space.

«IMEC25 was dedicated to listening to those who face the real challenges of the maritime environment every day.»

— Aerospace & Unmanned Aerial Systems, Sky Flare. 

«IMEC is bringing together those working at the intersection of maritime safety, emergency response, and innovation.»

— Earth Observation / Thermal & Remote Sensing, Aistech Space. 

«Congratulations to ORBITAL on the excellent organization and to all participants for their energy, vision, and valuable contributions.»

— SkyFlare, Aerospace & Unmanned Aerial Systems. 

«Congratulations to Orbital for the great organisation of this outstanding Conference.»

— Elisa Callejo, Sales Manager, Thales Alenia Space España. 

«A big thank you to the organizers for hosting such an incredible event and bringing together global stakeholders on one platform.»

— Miroslav Rozloznik, Business Development & Bidding Manager, ZAITRA. 

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