DLR GfR at the Space Forum in Brussels: Advocating for Europe’s Strategic Autonomy in Space
03.07.2025
DLR GfR at the Space Forum in Brussels: Advocating for Europe’s Strategic Autonomy in Space
As the Space Forum in Brussels draws to a close, DLR GfR is proud to have participated as a sponsor and contributor to one of the key discussions shaping the future of Europe’s role in space.
A highlight of our presence was the participation of our Galileo Project Lead, Christian Heßmann, in Session 6: “Delivering Autonomy – Ensuring Europe’s Independent Space Capabilities”. Together with high-level representatives from the European Commission, UK government, and the space industry, he explored how cooperation, innovation, and strategic policymaking are essential to strengthening Europe’s sovereignty in space.
f.l.t.r.: Olivier Lemaitre, Isabella Poldrugo, William Smith, Christine Leurquin, Christian Heßmann
Christian emphasized the importance of secure and resilient navigation systems like Galileo as a backbone of Europe’s autonomous capabilities. Representing DLR GfR’s operational exper-tise at the Galileo Control Centers in Oberpfaffenhofen and Fucino, he brought a practical perspective to the panel’s discussion on the challenges and opportunities ahead.
We thank the organizers of the Space Forum for bringing together such a diverse and impact-ful group of voices. DLR GfR remains committed to shaping the future of secure European space infrastructure—today and in the decades to come.
