Every year, the University of Texas hosts the Space Traffic Management (STM) Conference, bringing together global experts to discuss and exchange knowledge on STM. The conference hosts technical sessions dedicated to selected key topics such as the space environment, operational practices, economic considerations, and ecosystem development.

Prerequisites:

• Identify relevant stakeholders the nation wants to involve

• Build collaborative relationship with relevant stakeholders

• Procurement pathway

• Partner support as needed

Cost:

• Ballpark: USD150-600K (program setup; varies widely)

• Includes: scoping & design, venue, AV and logistics, speaker travel and accommodation, communications and outreach, post-event reporting

Timeframe:

• Overall: 6–12 mo

• Phase: concept (1–2 mo), coordination & contracting (2–4 mo), promotion & arrangements (2–4 mo), delivery & follow-up (1–1 mo)

Pros:

• Increased Reputation - Enhances the host nation's reputation in the global space community

• Cooperation - Fosters internal cooperation

Considerations:

• Risk of Ineffectiveness - Organisers risk low attendance If not well-promoted or timed.