2023 AGENDA

The SESAR 3 JU is pleased to organise the 2023 Digital European Sky Awards against the backdrop of Airspace World. The Awards aim to celebrate the best of research and innovation in air traffic management in Europe. This session will present a shortlist projects which have been selected following rigorous evaluation by a distinguished jury. The awarded projects are emblematic of the work underway to deliver smarter and more sustainable air transport, across all three strands of research which make up the SESAR innovation pipeline.

Welcome and opening
Andreas Boschen, Executive Director, SESAR 3 JU

SESAR Exploratory Research Award
The SESAR Exploratory Research Award recognises projects, which are challenging the ATM status quo and demonstrating the potential to significantly advance aviation performance. 
Tanja Bolic, Chair SJU Scientific Committee

SESAR Industrial Research Award
The SESAR Industrial Research Award recognises projects, which are able to demonstrate specific and measurable achievements, providing evidence that the innovation can be sustained and lead to industry best practice.
Eduardo Garcia, Manager European ATM Coordination and Safety, CANSO  

SESAR Demonstration Award
The SESAR Demonstration Award recognises projects, which are showing the benefits of SESAR innovation in live operational contexts, helping to secure stakeholder buy-in and with potential to have long-term positive impact on ATM performance.
Mariagrazia La Piscopia, Executive Director, SESAR Deployment Manager

People’s Choice Award voting & closing remarks
The People’s Choice Award is voted for live on-site by the audience during the ceremony event based on all shortlisted candidates. Don’t miss the chance to vote for your favorite SESAR R&D project!

Andreas Boschen, Executive Director, SESAR 3 JU

Followed by networking drinks at 16:30 - 17:30