The first ESA virtual conference devoted entirely to telecommunications will take place between 11 October and 14 October. “Space2connect” will explore and discuss the emerging space-based solutions to address the challenges and opportunities of today’s and tomorrow’s digital economy. Giving an overview of satellite telecommunications business, applications and space solutions, it aims to foster partnerships and inspire new strategies. It is the first ESA conference that seeks to connect the whole of satellite communication’s upstream and downstream value chains.