From Space to Solutions
Leveraging Space Tech, Earth Observation & AI for Real-World Impact
From Space to Solutions, a High-Level Forum on Sustainable Innovation under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026.
8 June, 2026 – The Landmark Nicosia, Cyprus
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From Space to Solutions 2026
About
Overview
- Space to Solutions is a high-level forum which brings together policymakers, researchers, space agencies, AI experts, and end-users to bridge the gap between technology and application. We explore how satellite data and space technologies, integrated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, provide actionable solutions to real-world challenges.
- Space to Solutions is organized under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026, this event aligns with the European Commission’s priorities, specifically the Green Deal, the Digital Age, and an Economy that Works for People. It highlights Cyprus’ strategic role as a regional hub for Earth Observation and AI innovation in the Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East, and North Africa (EMMENA) region.
From Space to Solutions Highlights
Highlights & Thematic Tracks
Space Tech & Earth Observation
Satellite solutions for government and industry, equipping stakeholders for the future
AgriTech & Food Security
Precision farming, crop monitoring, irrigation optimization, and carbon sequestration for a net-zero future.
Climate & Environment
Early warning systems, natural disaster risk management, and sustainability metrics.
Smart Cities & Urban Planning
Digital twins, big earth data analytics, mobility solutions, and urban sprawl monitoring.
Marine & Maritime Surveillance
Coastal monitoring, pollution control, and detection of illegal activities.
Defence, Surveillance & Crisis Response
Defence, border surveillance, computer vision and humanitarian logistics
From Space to Solutions Organizers
Organizers & Coordination
The event leverages the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence’s cutting-edge infrastructure, including the Satellite Data Acquisition Station (sDAS), the easternmost EU station covering the Baltic to North Africa and the Cyprus Atmospheric Remote Sensing Observatory (CARO).
Under the Auspices
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From Space to Solutions Agenda
Agenda
9:00 - 9:30
Registration & Welcome Coffee
9:30 - 10:00
Opening Remarks
10:00 – 11:30
High-Level Panel I: Space Tech, Earth Observation, AI & Big Data Analytics for Innovation, the Digital Age, and an Economy for the People
11:30 – 12:00
Coffee Break
12:00 – 13:30
High-Level Panel II: Agriculture, Natural Disasters, Climate Resilience, Net Zero & Sustainability under the EU Green Deal
13:30 – 14:30
Networking Lunch
14:30 – 16:00
High-Level Panel III: Defence, Maritime and Surveillance
16:00 – 16:30
Space BIC Startups Pitch Session
16:30 – 17:00
Closing Remarks
17:00 – 18:00
Register to the B2B & B2G Matchmaking Sessions
From Space to Solutions High Level Panels
Our High Level Panels
OPENING 09:30 - 10:00
Opening Remarks
Conference Hosts
Ms. Lily Michaelides
Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KEBE)
Mr. Andreas Andreou
ERATOSTHENES Center of Excellence
Mr. Stavros Stavrou
President, Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KEBE)
Prof. Diofantos Hadjimitsis
Managing Director, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
Mr. Demetris Skourides
Chief Scientist for Research & Innovation
On behalf of H.E. President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides
Dr. Costas Kadis
EU Commissioner for Fisheries & Oceans, European Commission
Video address
Mr. Costas Mavrides
Member of the European Parliament
Mr. Panikos Pourgourides
Head of Representation, European Commission in Cyprus
Mr. George Komodromos
Acting Permanent Secretary, Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, Republic of Cyprus
Mr. Ben Butters
CEO, Eurochambres
Video address
Dr. Vinod Kumar
Director, Promotion Directorate, IN-SPACe (India)
Video address
Dr. Dirk Roland Haupt
Minister Counselor & Chargé d'Affaires a.i., German Embassy Nicosia
H.E. Mr. Manish
High Commissioner High Commission of India, Nicosia
H.E. Mr. K. Kollias
Ambassador Embassy of Greece, Nicosia
Mr. Suresh Yadav
Senior Director ‑ Climate Change and Oceans Directorate, The Commonwealth
Video address
Mr. Charalambos Prountzos
Mayor of Nicosia
Mr. Arjun Sreekumar
Associate Director, Defense, Space and Aerospace
KPMG Middle East
Video address
Mr. Lefteris Christou
International Wholesale Market Manager, CYTA
Dr. Kyriakos Themistocleous
External Affairs & Business Development Director, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
JOINT ANNOUNCEMENT
EARTHVIEW CYPRUS - JOINT VENTURE ERATOSTHENES CoE × CYTA — sDAS
Announcement of the joint venture between ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence and CYTA for the commercial exploitation of the satellite Data Receiving Station (Antenna).
10:00 - 11:30
High Level Panel I:
Space Tech, Earth Observation, AI & Big Data Analytics
MODERATOR
Dr. Dirk Roland Haupt
Minister Counselor & Chargé d'Affaires a.i.
German Embassy Nicosia
Mr. Andronikos Kakkouras
Acting Director, Department of Electronic Communications & Cyprus Space Office, Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy
Mr. Gunter Schreier
EXCELSIOR Horizon 2020 Teaming Project, ERATOSTHENES CoE, Retired Deputy Director DLR German Remote Sensing Data Center
Dr. Haris Kontoes
Reasearch Director, IAASARS & National Observatory of Athens
Mr. Jorge Pimenta
Innovation Director, Instituto Pedro Nunes & Director ESA BIC Centro, Portugal & Board member EIT Health & EBN Boards Member
Mr. Kendeas Karantonis
Director of Space and Innovation, Hellas SAT
Dr. Sotiris Alexandrou
Head of Satellite Services, International Wholesale, CYTA
Ms. Vasiliki (Betty) Charalampopoulou
Director Geosystem Hellas & Geomatics Cyprus
Mr. Gerasimos Ntouskas
Board Member & Technology Consulting, KPMG Cyprus
Mr. Aristos Andreou
Commercial Manager, Cloudlayer8 (CL8)
Dr. Michalis Mavrovouniotis
Deputy Coordinator, Big Earth Data Analytics, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
12:00 - 13:30
High Level Panel II:
Agriculture, Natural Disasters, Climate Resilience, Net Zero & Sustainability
MODERATOR
Ms. Barbara Ryan
Earth Observations Advocate
Former Director WGIC, GEO Secretariat & WMO Space Programme
Board Member, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
Dr. Joanna Drake
Deputy Director-General: Planet, People and Science for Policy & Acting Director: Clean Planet, DG Research and Innovation, European Commission.
Mr. Vincent Ambrosia
Department of Applied Environmental Sciences, College of Science, California State University - Monterey Bay & Retired Associate Program Manager - Wildfires, NASA Applied Science Program, NASA HQ
Prof. Ioannis Gitas
Director of Lab of Forest Management and Remote Sensing, Dpt of Forestry and Natural Environment, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Dr. Christiana Papoutsa
Deputy Coordinator, Environment & Climate, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
Dr. Ivelina Kadiri
Vice-Chair, SEREN Space Life Sciences European Research Network
Mr. Caio Miranda
Sales EMEA, Pixxel Space Technologies
Mr. Yiannis Tsouloftas
Chairman, EOA Lemesos (Limassol District Local Government Org.)
Dr. Michalis Omirou
Agricultural Research Officer A, Agrobiotechnology Section, Agricultural Research Institute of Cyprus
14:30 - 16:00
High Level Panel III:
Defence, Maritime, Surveillance
MODERATOR
Dr. Constantinos Hadjisavvas
Digital Resilience and Defence Director
DIGITALEUROPE
Mr. Subhash Jangala
First Secretary, High Commission of India Nicosia
Mr. Zacharias Siokouros
CEO, Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI)
Dr. Georgios Vozikis
Head of Sales EMEALA & Head of Radar Program, AIRBUS Defence and Space
Ms. Despina Panayiotou Theodosiou
CEO, Tototheo Global
Dr. Tasos Kounoudes
CEO, SignalGeneriX
Dr. Panayiotis Philimis
Founder & CEO, CyRIC
Prof. Andreas Anayiotos
Technology Transfer Office Director, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
Mr. Stefan Hefter
Partner, Defence & Space, Consulting KPMG AG & Head of EMA Defense CoE
Dr. Panayiotis Hadjipavlis
Defence Director, Directorate of General Procurements and Defence Capabilties Development, Ministry of Defence , Republic of Cyprus
16:00 - 16:30
Space BIC Startups Pitch Session
MODERATOR
Dr. Eleni Loulli
Space BIC Coordinator & Researcher, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
Ms. Andrea Chrysostomou
Founder, Director
AX GAIA INTELLIGENCE LTD
Mr. Christos Charalambous
Founder, ORIZONTAS by Altair Astronomy & Space
Mr. Marios Zittis
Project Manager, Periopsis LTD
16:30 - 17:00
Closing Remarks
Mr. Nikos Christoforou
Head of Radio Access Network, CYTA & DAS Expert, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
Mr. Andreas Andreou
Business Development & Technology Commercialization Executive, ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
Ms. Lily Michaelides
Head, Department of International Relations & Economic Diplomacy, Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry
From Space to Solutions Highlights
The Landmark Nicosia
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Contact
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Phone number
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