Chongqing - On September 3, Christian Feichtinger, Executive Director of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), noted that China has become one of the most dynamic and influential players in the global space industry during his speech at the Aerospace Information Industry International Ecosystem Conference in Chongqing.

Christian Feichtinger, Executive Director of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), is delivering a speech at the Aerospace Information Industry International Ecosystem Conference. (Photo/MYLAKE)

Feichtinger emphasized China's advancements in space technology, particularly in space mitigation systems, and expressed his commitment to supporting the ongoing success and global integration of aerospace innovations.

The conference, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS), attracted more than 500 participants, including academicians, experts, and industry leaders, to explore the future of BeiDou's large-scale applications and the broader aerospace information industry.

Liu Jingnan, an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, discussed the integration of BeiDou with 5G technology. He explained that this combination allows for precise tracking of information flows through routers, switches, and servers, which is crucial for mega-city management and operations. 

Liu emphasized that this integration enhances the ability to trace and control information, supporting smart city management and governance.

Yu Xiancheng, President of GNSS and LBS Association of China, highlighted that BeiDou's large-scale application in China has entered a new marketization, industrialization, and internationalization phase. 

He suggested that future efforts should enable BeiDou-related companies to participate in major overseas projects, expand international investment channels, and support the global deployment of BeiDou products.

Yu Chengdong, Executive Director of Huawei, highlighted the company's recent advancements in satellite communications, introducing the Mate 60 series with satellite voice calling and the upcoming Pura 70 series, which features BeiDou satellite image messaging. 

Yu emphasized Huawei's goal of advancing these technologies for large-scale commercialization, aiming to create a seamless, three-dimensional super-connection via satellite internet.

Yu Chengdong, Executive Director of Huawei. (Photo/Li Wenke)

Addressing global trends in satellite navigation, Liu Jingnan emphasized the need for more integrated and comprehensive systems. He noted that future developments should ensure signal reception in various environments, including underground and dense urban areas. 

Liu also highlighted the importance of international collaboration among navigation systems, as seen in a recent United Nations convention between the United States, China, Russia, and the European Union.

The conference set ambitious goals for Chongqing, aiming to become a leading hub for BeiDou applications by 2027. The city plans to develop a hundred-billion-yuan aerospace information industry cluster.

In recent years, the city has attracted over 100 companies in the sector, including China Satellite Network Group Co., Ltd. and Beidou Intelligent Connected Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd., marking the early achievements of this emerging industry cluster. 

China Satellite Network Group Co., Ltd. and Chongqing unveiled a new initiative to further BeiDou applications at the conference. 

China Satellite Network will set up a national spatio-temporal big data center in Chongqing, leveraging a distributed cloud architecture. The center will integrate computing, data, communication, navigation, and remote sensing resources, aiming to shift BeiDou applications toward an "industry + regional" model.

China Satellite Network will also deploy a BeiDou application operating system in Chongqing, offering a comprehensive range of spatio-temporal information services for both government and society.