The French-Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FHCCI) and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hungary (SCCH) cordially invite you to

Conference & Roundtable Discussion for decision-makers and professionals

SPACE INDUSTRY AS A BUSINESS

DRIVING INNOVATION AND KNOWLEDGE-BASED ECONOMY

Why is the space industry emerging as one of the most promising high-tech sectors of the future — and what opportunities does it offer for businesses beyond aerospace?

Valued at USD 630 billion in 2023, the global space industry is on track to reach USD 1.8 trillion by 2035. Built on international collaboration and complex global value chains, its influence extends far beyond science and technology.

From satellite systems to AI and automation, innovations in the space sector are shaping solutions to some of today’s most pressing global challenges—including climate change, precision agriculture, and digital infrastructure. For Hungary, this dynamic industry offers a strategic opportunity to leverage its strong engineering capabilities and research talent.

The space flight of Hungarian astronaut Tibor Kapu marks not only a national milestone but also a catalyst for broader engagement between the space sector and the business community.

We invite you to join us for a business breakfast to explore:

Which companies are already succeeding in the space industry - and what can we learn from them?

How can non-space businesses tap into this fast-growing sector?

What are the pathways to participate - as suppliers, technology developers, or innovation partners?

Keynote speaker

Dr. Orsolya FERENCZ

Ministerial Commissioner for Space Research

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Szabolcs SZOLNOKI

Deputy Secretary of State for Technology, Space and Defense Industry

Ministry of National Economy

Date:

October 16th, 2025 (Thursday), 9:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m.

Registration and coffee corner from 8:30

Venue:

HUN-REN Headquarters / Hungarian Research Network (1054 Budapest, Alkotmány u. 29.)

PROGRAM:

8:30-9:00 Arrival, registration, coffee corner

9:00-9:10 OPENING REMARKS:

- László KÁROLYI, President of the French-Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry

- Roland JAKAB, President of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hungary

9:15-10:15 KEYNOTE SPEACHES

dr. Orsolya FERENCZ, Ministerial Commissioner for Space Research &

Tibor KAPU, research astronaut, HUNOR Hungarian Astronaut Program Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (invited)

Szabolcs SZOLNOKI, Deputy Secretary of State for Technology, Space and Defense Industry, Ministry of National Economy

10:15-11:30 ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION, Q&A

Moderator: László KÁROLYI, President of the FHCCI

Participants:

- Tamás BÁRCZY, president - HUNSPACE Cluster

- Szabolcs BELLA, Managing Director - Aedus Space Kft.

- Roland JAKAB, CEO - HUN-REN

- György NAGY, Managing Director - Sigma Technology Magyarország Kft.

- Dr. István SÁRHEGYI, CEO - 4iG Space and Technology Zrt. & REMRED Zrt. (invited)

Additional corporate participants under invitation.

11:30 Informal networking, Snacks

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Partitipation fee:

FHCCI and SCCH members: 16.900 HUF + VAT / pers

Members of partner organizations: 19.900 HUF + VAT / pers - as a Member of BELGABIZ, this fee applies to you (don't forget to mark BELGABIZ at the registration)

Non members: 26.900 HUF + VAT / pers

The event will be held in English. No interpretation provided.

Parking is self-arranged.

Please confirm your participation directly at the CCIFH by October 12th, 2025 by clicking the registration button below:

REGISTRATION

If you cannot open the link, please register by email at info@ccifrance-hongrie.org, providing your billing details.

Cancellations will be accepted until October 12th, 2025. After this date, cancellation entails payment obligations.

If the space industry is a potential new direction for expanding your business—or even if it isn’t on your radar today—discover how leaders in the space sector stay ahead through innovation, and learn how to apply these strategies to secure a competitive edge in your own market.

Best regards,

Az FHCCI and the SCCH Team