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and become more important to how businesses operate, as a result of the development of the

connected digital economy. As a major diary date in the satellite and space technology industry

calendar, CABSAT is committed to supporting stakeholders in their efforts to collaborate and

make a difference.

CABSAT 2023 will also host the SATEXPO Summit, where leading industry experts will discuss

how to spearhead sustainable space operations. The summit will include two days of panel

discussions and networking opportunities for all participants, which will provide a great venue for

business leaders to underscore sustainability in space. This is further relevant as the UAE

prepares to host the COP28 conference in November 2023, to address challenges and encourage

countries to embrace sustainability as a key priority. With more than 6,800 active satellites in the

orbit, many of which are used for both military and civilian purposes, and more than 30,000 pieces

of orbital debris, there is an increasing urgency surrounding space sustainability.

Space debris poses huge risks and safety threats to the existing space systems and activities since

it may cause a collision with other space stations, satellites, or any other equipment. Therefore,

it is necessary to explore and implement innovative ways to reduce debris hazards for sustainable

future space operations. Governments, space agencies, and other institutions are funding or

implementing their own initiatives to advance space sustainability, outside of multilateral efforts.