3rd India Europe Space and Geospatial Business Summit
(27th April 2026)
Novotel Amsterdam City, Europaboulevard 10 - 1083 AD,
Amsterdam – Netherlands
The India-Europe Space and Geospatial Business Summit aims to foster strategic dialogue between government and industry leaders from both regions, with a focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation, enabling a favorable business environment, and advancing long-term, sustainable partnerships in the space and geospatial sectors.
Held against the backdrop of growing collaboration under the India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC), the Summit builds upon shared priorities such as digital infrastructure, clean technologies, resilient supply chains, and innovation-driven growth. Space and geospatial technologies have emerged as key pillars in this relationship, opening new avenues for co-investment, data-sharing, joint R&D, and technology transfer.
Europe plays a leading role in the global geospatial economy, with its industry projected to reach USD 195.0 billion by 2030. Simultaneously, india’s geospatial market is currently valued at around ₹50,000 crore and is projected to more than double to about ₹1.06 lakh crore (USD 12.7–13 billion) by 2030, backed by progressive policy frameworks and rising exports of geospatial solutions to European nations. Netherlands, the host country, stands out as a growing strategic partner with expanding investments in technology and infrastructure.
This Summit will spotlight commercial opportunities, encourage cross-border collaboration, and promote innovation in areas such as satellite applications, climate resilience, infrastructure development, and location-based services. By bringing together stakeholders across government, industry, and academia, the event seeks to shape a shared vision for a resilient, tech-driven, and globally competitive space and geospatial ecosystem.
SPEAKERS
Opening Session: Setting the Context: India–Europe Space & Geospatial Business Partnership
Sanjay Kumar
CEO
Geospatial World
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Shri Anupam Anand
Joint Secretary
IN-SPACe
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Amb Kumar Tuhin
Indian Ambassador
The Netherlands
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
SESSION 2 : EU–India Space Cooperation: Turning Space Policies into Collaborative Business Partnerships
Pacome Revillon
CEO
NovaSpace
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Coco Antonissen
Director Space Applications
Netherlands Space Agency
The Netherlands
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Zaynab Guerraou
Data Application Scientist
European Space Agency
Italy
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Dr Chandra Prakash Singh
Deputy Director
IN-SPACe, Department of Space, Govt. of India
India
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Dr Sudheer Kumar N
Vice President Global Strategy, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Operations
XDLINX Space Labs
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Anand Raj Gopalan
Executive Vice President
TakeMe2Space
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
SESSION 3 : National Mapping Agencies: Redefining Commercial Engagement in the AI & Automation Era
Srikant Sastri
Chairman
Geospatial Data Promotion and Development Committee, Dept of Science and Technology
India
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Nicolas Paparoditis
Dy Director General
National Institute of Geographic and Forest Information (IGN)
France
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
James Norris
Head of International Affairs
Ordnance Survey
UK
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Avinash
Senior VP
DSM Soft
India
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Saurabh Rai
Chief Strategy Officer
NeoGeoinfo Technologies
India
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
SESSION 4 Technology Innovation and Product Development: Enabling Viable Space and Geospatial Business Opportunities between Indian and European Companies
Milena Lerario
CEO
e-GEOS
Italy
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Javier Alexander Santos Wybenga
Business Development Director
GeoSat
Spain
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Pooja Mahapatra
Head of Product - Climate & Nature
Fugro
The Netherlands
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Prateep Basu
CEO
Satsure
India
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Agendra Kumar
Managing Director
Esri
India
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Vishesh Vatsal
Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
SkyServe
India
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
SESSION 5 : Emerging Market Opportunities: Growing the India–Europe Space & Geospatial Business Ecosystem
Aravind Ravichandra
Founder & CEO
TerraWatch Space
France
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Jereon
AI Infrasolutions
The Netherlands
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Rajanikant Muppalla
Head - Geospatial Strategy
TechMahindra
India
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
Raj Alla
CEO
IIC Technologies
India
Amit spent three and a half decades as an Indian diplomat and retired as Ambassador to the Philippines, Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Post retirement, he has worked in the area of international education. He spends much of his time writiing and speaking extensively on foreign and security policy, negotiations, goal-setting, leadership, team work, and other soft skills. He is also a published author and his last book (non-fiction) is titled Why We Fail. He has nineteen books to his credit. He has worked in the area of international education for the last ten years, initially as the Inaugural Head of the Mumbai Campus of the SP Jain School of Global Management, where he was also a faculty member. Thereafter, he was appointed the Inaugural India Country Director for the University of New South Wales, Sydney in July 2016. Since July 2020, he has been the Senior Advisor Strategy (India) for the University. He was a Director on the Board of UNSW Global India Private Limited for seven years. In 2022, the Australian government appointed him as an Honorary Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contribution in strengthening India-Australia relations, making him the third Indian citizen to be appointed to the Order of Australia. The previous Indian citizens, who are recipients of this high distinction are the late Soli Sorabjee, an eminent jurist, and Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket icon. The fourth recipient is Ratan Tata. In 2013, the Multicultural Commission of the New South Wales government in Australia awarded him the gold medal in recognition of his contribution, during his tenure as the Indian Consul General, in promoting multiculturalism and harmony. Amit was a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of McGill in Montreal (1980-82). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia-India Institute, and of CUTS International, and a Senior Fellow at the Society for Policy Studies. He is married and lives in Noida.
Dr Roshan Srivastava
Project Director
InnovationHUB Foundation, IIT Tirupati
India
Greg Scott is the Executive Director of the SDG Data Alliance at the PVBLIC Foundation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the geospatial and data sectors. In this role, he leads efforts to advance the use of data and geospatial strategies in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation across governments, international organizations, and the private sector. Dr. Scott is recognized for his leadership in global data initiatives, including his recent work presenting the SIDS Global Data Hub at the SIDS4 Conference and his participation in major workshops and forums dedicated to sustainable development and geospatial strategies. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging data for resilient futures and inclusive progress, particularly in regions such as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and landlocked developing countries. With a distinguished reputation in the international geospatial community, Greg Scott continues to drive impactful solutions and partnerships that empower data-driven decision-making for sustainable development worldwide.
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