Momin Ashraf has a background in BA Geography and an MSc in Sustainable Urban Development from the University of Oxford. He is currently at the Satellite Applications Catapult working as a geospatial consultant. The majority of his experience lies in working with Governmental and Non-governmental organisations in conflict and post-conflict zones utilising geospatial data to enhance research for policy formation and data-informed development strategies.
Stefan is the Chair of the New Professionals Committee for the 40th edition of the International Symposium on Remote Sensing of the Environment and Farnborough International Space Show 2025. Stefan is also the Strategic Engagement Manager for Space at ADS, the premier trade association for UK aerospace, defence, security and space, where he is responsible for managing and driving engagement with ADS members, government, academia and international institutions in support of the delivery of the ADS Space Programme. Before joining ADS in 2024, Stefan spent several years at Airbus in London, where he supported public affairs and policy activity for the organisation’s defence, space and security business. Outside of work, Stefan enjoys travelling, as well as cycling and running around Southwest London – where he lives.
Roaya Bubshait is a passionate enthusiast of big data. Currently, she serves as the Head of Geospatial Analytics at the National Space Science Agency of Bahrain. In her pursuit of professional growth, she dedicated herself to obtaining a master’s degree with a specialization in Space Engineering, aiming to further refine her expertise in the field.
As the Head of Geospatial Analytics, Roaya leads a dynamic team dedicated to processing satellite images and analysing geospatial data. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies and strategic plans, they generate actionable business insights that optimize operations, identify new growth opportunities, and provide a deeper understanding of customer behaviour patterns. Their efforts contribute significantly to achieving the Kingdom’s economic vision for 2030 and fostering a sustainable space science sector.
Roaya has a proven track record of utilizing geospatial tools and techniques to produce highly valuable analytical studies. Through her expertise, she skill-fully analyses and evaluates earth observation data, effectively meeting the national requirements. Her ability to employ geospatial data contributes to the successful fulfilment of critical objectives and supports informed decision-making processes.
In her commitment to knowledge sharing and experience transfer, Roaya has been a representative of the Kingdom, participating in a number of international conferences. Her purpose is to showcase the pivotal role played by the Kingdom of Bahrain in leveraging space science technologies to foster sustainable development. Through her engaging presentations and insightful discussions, she effectively highlighted the nation’s contributions and accomplishments in this field, inspiring collaboration and further advancement on a global scale.
obias has 20 years of GIS and remote sensing experience, with a broad background through working at Airbus, Magellium Ltd and through institutions like the Metropolitan Police Service. As the CTO and co-founder of SatVu, Tobias leads on the technical and operational aspects of bringing high thermal resolution data to solve the most pressing national security and economic monitoring problems.
Dan Wicks is the UK Managing Director of GHGSat, the world leader in independent and global greenhouse gas emissions intelligence. Holding more than 15 years’ experience in Earth observation (EO) innovation and strategy, he has been at the forefront of UK EO industry growth, holding several roles in both private sector and academia. Most notably Dan led EO programmes at the UK’s Satellite Applications Catapult, uniquely established to transform the UK’s capability for innovation and to help drive future economic growth. Dan is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology.
John S. Latham is the International Co-Chair for ISRSE-40’s Technical Programme. As President of ICRSE and Visiting Professor at the University of Southampton, he leverages expertise in geospatial data standards, agroecology, and agricultural monitoring. His leadership advances food systems transformations, climate resilience, and remote sensing applications for sustainable development globally.
Rear Admiral Nick Lambert concluded a long naval operational career as the UK National Hydrographer in 2012, becoming a passionate proponent of the Blue Economy concept. A co-founder and director of NLA International, he majors on the significant value of the blue natural capital possessed by island and coastal states and their opportunity to derive socio-economic benefit from that capital whilst regenerating the marine environment. This can be achieved through the imaginative development of
multi-function offshore infrastructure, combining zero emissions power generation with aquaculture, wild fish stock and marine habitat regeneration, ecotourism and pragmatic marine protected areas; informed and actively managed by comprehensive maritime situational awareness
Jonathan Williams founded MSE International in 2005. He has led the company’s development to become a catalyst for business-led investment in innovation across the Blue Economy.
MSE is internationally recognised as a leading European marine cluster organisation. Jonathan’s role at MSE includes consortium-building, securing investment and technology commercialisation planning.
He has directed a diverse portfolio of collaborative projects on topics ranging from surveillance to decarbonisation.
Dr Sunday Popo-Ola is currently an Associate Professor at Imperial College London and his work reflects the level of multidisciplinary expertise that he has obtained. His work cuts across three sub-sections within the department namely Engineering Structures, Environmental, Transportation and Systems and Mechanics. Sunday teaches Engineering Construction, Communication and Creative Design to University students.
Dr Popo-Ola takes full responsibility for the technical and managerial decisions on the Anchorage products used on both Crossrail and HS2 projects. He takes responsibility for technical and strategic decisions on other projects as and when appropriate, as on the FutureHome project introducing Modern Method of Construction to Affordable Housing in UK and Continental Europe.
Sunday won the Rector’s inaugural award for Equality and Diversity in 2006 for his work with Imperial As One and Presidential Awards for Societal Engagement in 2018. Sunday is also the founder of an initiative called Creative Futures – Achieving your Potential. This is a special event created for school pupils to come to Imperial College for a day of fun, excitement, and interactive learning for young people, and to be inspired by role models and mentors. Sunday is the recipient of President’s Medal for Excellence in Societal Engagement in 2022. He is a member of a team from Imperial College London to deliver a Future Leader’s programme in Integrated Space Science and Engineering in Riyadh Saudi Arabia in 2022.
Dr. Held is a Senior Principal Research Scientist in CSIRO’s Astronomy and Space Science Research Unit, and an Associate Professor at the Australian National University. He has a PhD from the University of California – Davis and currently leads the ‘AquaWatch Australia’ program. Alex is Australia’s principal at the international Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS), and received the COSPAR Massey Award in 2022.