SmartSat CRC Master Class: Space Law
Date: Thu 7 Dec 2023
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Novotel Sydney Central, 169-179 Thomas Street Haymarket, NSW 2000
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Join us for an exciting Master Class on Space Law, where we will explore the legal aspects of the rapidly evolving space industry. Whether you’re a space enthusiast, a legal professional, or simply curious about the future of space exploration, this event is for you! Industry experts, Steven Freeland and Donna Lawler of Azimuth Advisory, will delve into various topics, including international space treaties, commercial space activities, liability issues, and more. You’ll have the opportunity to engage in lively discussions, gain valuable insights, and expand your knowledge of this fascinating field.
Morning Session 1
Space law applicable to launch services
Content Topics:
- The international legal framework for space relating to:
- Liability
- Registration
- Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)
- Interaction between these issues within the international legal framework and Australia’s national space laws
- Launch Facility Licenses, Australian Launch Permits and Overseas Payload Permits
- Insurance and Financial Responsibility requirements under Australia’s national space laws
- Activities in High-Altitude
- Launch agreements:
- Dedicated vs ride-share
- Delay and termination
- Why universal acceptance of cross-waivers is key to having a launch industry in Australia
- Launch insurance
- Case Study – launching a satellite
Afternoon Session 2
Space Law applicable to in-orbit operations
Content Topics:
- The international legal framework for space relating to:
- International Cooperation
- Small Satellite Constellations
- Remote sensing
- Debris Mitigation
- Space Resource Activities
- Interaction between these issues within the international legal framework and Australia’s national space laws
- Australia’s national remote sensing advantage
- Contractual aspects relevant to in-orbit operations
- In-orbit insurance policies
- In-orbit services for spacecraft (from ground and in space)
- Contracts for TT&C, uplink and downlink services
- Remote sensing contracts
- De-orbiting activities / space debris mitigation / space debris removal
- à lunar activities
- Case Study – in-orbit operations