Seminar and Networking Event for SMEs Entering the Aerospace Industry

Seminar for SMEs Entering the Aerospace Sector

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government, in collaboration with the Tokyo Small and Medium Enterprises Support Center, is excited to announce a seminar and networking event. This event is targeted at small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and startups looking to enter or expand their presence in the aerospace industry, a sector projected to experience significant growth in the coming years.

Event Details

Date and Time

- Date: June 24, 2024 (Wednesday)
- Time: 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Registration begins at 1:00 PM)

Program Schedule

Part 1: Seminar (1:35 PM - 3:15 PM)

1. New Trends in Space Development and Targets in Space Business
Speaker: Shinichi Nakasuka, Professor at Ritsumeikan University
- An exploration of the latest developments in space and potential areas for business expansion.

2. Small Satellite Technology and Applications in Space Business
Speaker: Takashi Nagashima, Co-founder and Co-CTO of Axelspace Corporation
- Insights into the technology driving small satellite capabilities and its relevance in the industry.

3. Current Status and Future of the Aircraft Industry: Perspectives for SMEs
Speaker: Yukio Ikawa, Project Director at All Nippon Airways Trading Co., Ltd.
- Discussion on market dynamics and strategies for SMEs looking to penetrate the aircraft sector.

Part 2: Business Overview (3:20 PM - 3:50 PM)

- Tokyo Metropolitan Aviation Network Support for Entry into the Aircraft Industry
- Subsidies for the Development of Space Products
- Support for Entry into the Aerospace Industry

Part 3: Networking Session (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM)

- An invaluable opportunity for attendees to engage in discussions, share experiences, and make connections with seminar speakers and fellow participants.

Venue

- Location: Muromachi Mitsui Hall & Conference, COREDO Muromachi Terrace 3rd Floor, Chuo City, Tokyo, Japan
- Capacity: 100 participants onsite; 500 participants for online live streaming (only Part 1, via Zoom Webinar)

Participation Fee

- Free of charge

Target Audience

- SMEs and startups interested in entering or expanding their transactions in the aerospace industry.
- Large manufacturers involved in the aerospace sector.
- Organizations connected to the aerospace industry (universities, public research institutions, etc.).

Profiles of the Seminar Speakers

Shinichi Nakasuka

A professor at Ritsumeikan University, Nakasuka holds a Ph.D. in engineering from the University of Tokyo and has been a pioneer in the earth observation satellite field. He contributed to the development and launch of 16 ultra-small satellites, including the world's first CubeSat. Nakasuka's expertise spans intelligent autonomous systems in space and he has significantly contributed to global space education and ventures.

Takashi Nagashima

With experience at the University of Tokyo, Nagashima was part of the team that developed the first CubeSat. He co-founded Axelspace Corporation in 2008 and has since led numerous satellite projects focusing on engineering and technological roadmaps. Currently, he serves as the Co-CTO responsible for satellite technology.

Yukio Ikawa

Ikawa has extensive experience in the aircraft maintenance sector, working with All Nippon Airways. He has played a key role in the technical analysis and research of aviation operations and maintenance and is currently engaged in aircraft parts development and support initiatives at All Nippon Airways Trading.

Registration Information

To participate, please apply through the Tokyo Small and Medium Enterprises Support Center’s official webpage. Registration opens on May 12, 2024, at 2 PM and will close on June 19, 2024, or once the capacity is reached.
Click here to register

Contact Information

For general inquiries about the event, please reach out to the Industrial Labor Bureau’s Small and Medium Enterprises Entrepreneurship Support Division at 03-5320-4762.
For details regarding the seminar or networking event, contact the Tokyo Small and Medium Enterprises Support Center’s Business Promotion Division at 03-5822-7250.

This event is part of the 2050 Tokyo Strategy, aimed at promoting participation and investment in growth industries.