The organization is pleased to announce that the technical visits are now available. Participants will have the opportunity to explore prominent aerospace facilities and institutions, gaining exclusive insights into cutting-edge research, innovation, and industry practices.
The available visits include:
D-Orbit – A leading company in space logistics and in-orbit transportation services.
Politecnico di Milano – Campus Durando – Featuring the MADE Competence Center for Industry 4.0 and the LAST Crash Laboratory.
Politecnico di Milano – Campus La Masa – Home to the Wind Tunnel, Additive Manufacturing, and Space Propulsion Laboratories.
Further details about each visit can be found below.
D- ORBIT
D-Orbit is a leading company in space logistics, revolutionizing the way satellites are deployed, managed, and decommissioned in orbit. With headquarters in Fino Mornasco, near Milan, D-Orbit provides innovative solutions for in-orbit transportation, satellite servicing, and end-of-life management—paving the way for a more sustainable and efficient space economy.
About the Visit
Participants will have the opportunity to visit D-Orbit’s facilities and learn about its pioneering role in space logistics and orbital services. The visit includes an overview of D-Orbit’s mission, technological innovations, and ongoing projects supporting the future of space mobility.
Logistics
Location: D-Orbit, Fino Mornasco (approx. 30 minutes by train from Milan Domodossola Station)
Maximum participants: 15 (first come, first served)
Transfer: By train (round trip ~12 EUR). Staff will assist with ticket purchase.
Schedule: Departure from the hotel at 14:45; return around 19:00
Visit duration: Approximately 45–60 minutes
Guided tour: Yes
Please note: Places are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Politecnico di Milano – Campus Durando (MADE & LAST Laboratories)
About the Visit
Participants will explore the MADE Competence Center for Industry 4.0 and the LAST – Crash Laboratory, two of Politecnico di Milano’s leading innovation hubs. The visit offers a unique opportunity to discover cutting-edge research and technologies in advanced manufacturing, digital transformation, and automotive and aviation safety.
Logistics
Location: Politecnico di Milano, Campus Durando (Milano Bovisa Station – approx. 5 minutes by train from Milan Domodossola Station)
Maximum participants: 20 (first come, first served)
Transfer: Public transport (2.20 EUR each way). Staff will assist with ticket purchase if needed.
Schedule: Departure from the hotel at 14:45; visit ends around 17:30
Visit duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Guided tour: Yes
Please note: Places are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Politecnico di Milano – Campus La Masa (Wind Tunnel & Space Propulsion Labs)
About the Visit
This visit will take participants inside the La Masa Campus of Politecnico di Milano, home to world-class research facilities in aerospace, mechanical engineering, and advanced manufacturing. Attendees will gain direct insight into the university’s research and testing environments supporting the next generation of aeronautical and space technologies.
Logistics
Location: Politecnico di Milano, Campus La Masa (Milano Bovisa Station – approx. 5 minutes by train from Milan Domodossola Station)
Maximum participants: 20 (first come, first served)
Transfer: Public transport (2.20 EUR each way). Staff will assist with ticket purchase if needed.
Schedule: Departure from the hotel at 14:45; visit ends around 18:00
Visit duration: Approximately 120 minutes
Guided tour: Yes
Please note: this visit is fully booked.
