Simonetta Cheli, ESA Director of Earth Observation Programmes and Phil Evans, Eumetsat Director-General, cordially invite you to attend this exciting and historic moment as our guest.
During the evening, we will:
- Look back at the immense work and dedication of all teams involved in building this satellite system
- Witness the launch via live connection with Europe’s Spaceport
- Look forward, together with users and experts, at the highly-anticipated applications and benefits of this new mission
Programme (all times in CET)
| 18:00 | Welcome and registration |
| 19:40 | "Meteosat Third Generation: Next-generation weather and climate monitoring"- talk show moderated by Kelsea Brennan-Wessels, ESA |
| 21:00 | Start of live transmission from Europe’s
Spaceport |
| 22:15 | End of live transmission – drinks and live music |
| 22:45 | Solar array deployment success statements |
| 23:30 | End of event and bus transfer to hotels |
As with all satellite launches, the expected launch date can be subject to change. Should that turn out to be the case, you will be informed promptly of any programme adjustments and event rescheduling.