Space Weather Disrupting Critical Infrastructure
Space
  • Wednesday, 22 July 2026
  • 12:10 - 13:00
  • Location: Hall 4 - Space Zone Theatre

What happens to Earth’s critical infrastructure when space weather disrupts the systems we depend on?

Space weather can disrupt power, communications and satellite‑enabled systems on Earth. This session explores how space‑originating hazards translate into real‑world disruption, and what it takes to keep critical infrastructure running.

Confirmed speakers:

  • Dr Eamon Scullion, Professor, Northumbria University (Moderator)
  • Simon Machin, Space Weather - Business & Relationship Manager, Met Office
  • François Ginisty, Co-founder & CEO, Augura Space
  • Aleksandra Bavdaz, CEO and Founder, SensFish
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