Space Park Leicester representatives to join space industry colleagues in Germany
Representatives from Space Park Leicester will join colleagues from across the globe at Europe’s largest B2B event for the space industry in Bremen, Germany next week.
Vinay Patel, Head of Commercial and Innovation at Space Park Leicester, and Alex Wheldon, Head of Strategic Communications and Marketing, will attend Space Tech Expo Europe on Tuesday, 18 November.
Space Tech Expo Europe is the premier gathering for space engineering and technology where space technologies used in manufacturing processes are showcased.
Vinay, a Chartered Scientist and Engineer, has successfully delivered commercial solutions across a range of technical and industrial fields and has supported more than 300 high-impact projects, unlocking substantial revenue growth and operational savings for numerous partners.
At Space Park Leicester, he plays a pivotal role in connecting industry with world-leading research capabilities, facilitating strategic partnerships, and securing external funding to advance commercial opportunities.
He said: “Space Tech Expo Europe is the leading showcase for space manufacturing and testing services, components, and systems engineering for spacecraft, launchers, and satellite programmes.
“Providing the ultimate platform to connect with peers and industry leaders, we’ll be on hand to share how Space Park Leicester brings together world-class research, innovation, and commercial collaboration under one roof.
“From cutting-edge satellite data analysis to advanced manufacturing and testing facilities, we offer an environment where businesses, academics, and organisations can work side-by-side to drive the next generation of space-enabled solutions.”
Space Tech Expo Europe is the premier gathering for space engineering and technology. With more than 950 exhibitors, over 10,000 attendees and 200 speakers gathering to network and engage with top industry players and discover the latest advancements.
Alex Wheldon added: “Whether you’re a start-up looking to grow, a global company seeking R&D partnerships, or simply curious about the opportunities within the UK’s expanding space sector, Space Park Leicester is the place to explore, innovate and thrive.”.
If you are attending and would like to schedule a meeting with Vinay and Alex, please get in touch via: innovation@space-park.co.uk.
To find out more about Space Tech Expo Europe visit: www.spacetechexpo-europe.com
Space Park Leicester is the University of Leicester’s £100 million research, innovation and teaching hub for space-related high-tech companies and researchers.
To explore Space Park Leicester partnerships, missions, residents, facilities, training programmes and innovation products, visit www.space-park.co.uk or to learn more about the University of Leicester visit https://le.ac.uk/.
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