ABSTRACT
Inmarsat has commissioned the most in-depth research ever carried out on global perceptions of space. Taking in 20,000 respondents across 11 countries, it provides a comprehensive snapshot of global attitudes to space and the full report will be made available to download for attendees of MILCIS 2022 as part of this conference update. The report includes contributions from renowned figures in the sector - from the former astronaut and commander of the International Space Station, Scott Kelly – to the Director General of the European Space Agency, Dr. Josef Aschbacher. Perhaps because the technology deployed is essentially invisible, people do not appear to understand the role space is already playing in their everyday lives, nor its potential to deliver a brighter future for our planet. Peter Hadinger, Inmarsat CTO and architect of the most ambitious network of networks, ORCHESTRA, will outline the findings of the report, with a focus on both Australia and the insights the report delivers to government, particular in regards to the future planning of the Defence industry capability.

BIOGRAPHY
Peter Hadinger is Chief Technology Officer of Inmarsat, leading a team developing the next generation of global mobile connectivity. With four decades of engineering and innovation experience in the satellite industry, his background spans key roles in technology, regulatory, policy and business. Since joining Inmarsat, Peter was instrumental in the creation of the Global Xpress programme, ran the company’s US Government business for several years and has helped to create many new and innovative products to meet challenging customer needs. He previously worked on advanced government satellite programmes at TRW/Northrop Grumman.

BIOGRAPHY
Todd McDonell joined Inmarsat in May 2013 as Vice President of Global Government Solutions. He took up his current position as President of Inmarsat’s Global Government business in July 2019. An early stint running operational support for the Australian Navy’s submarine communications systems provided education in military communications and satellite communications systems. Following his naval career Todd & a number of other former Australian defence personnel created a company called TC Communications focused on the design, delivery and support of satellite communications systems. Todd became CEO of the TC business in 2000 and grew the business into one of the preeminent Inmarsat partners. Inmarsat acquired the company in May 2013 and integrated it into the Inmarsat Global Government business unit.