Architectural Concepts WG webinar: Episode 2: Lunar Base Projects at Thales Alenia Space

Episode 2: Lunar Base Projects at Thales Alenia Space

19^th of October 2026 | 17:00 CEST

How might we live and work on the Moon?

Join Maria Antonietta Perino from Thales Alenia Space for an introduction to the company’s lunar base projects, followed by selected presentations from our open call. A moderated discussion among participants will then explore the next steps for lunar architecture.

First Part — Public

17:00–17:15 | Welcome and Introduction
Sandra Häuplik-Meusburger and Piero Messina

17:15–17:40 | Keynote and Q&A
Maria Antonietta Perino, Thales Alenia Space
How might we live and work on the Moon?

17:40–18:00 | Selected Presentations from the Open Call

Second Part — Participants Only, Live

18:00–18:55 | Moderated Open Discussion
Moon Architecture: How might we live and work on the Moon?

18:55–19:00 | Closing Remarks and Next Steps

Register to participate

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eHltjWk5TZOnSoDJ9QCXAQ

About the Speaker

Maria Antonietta Perino is Director of Space Economy Exploration and International Network at Thales Alenia Space Italia. With four decades of experience in the space sector, she has managed major European Space Agency and Italian Space Agency activities related to Moon and Mars exploration.

Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales and Leonardo, develops satellites, exploration systems, and orbital infrastructure. Its expertise includes pressurised habitats and technologies supporting future human activities around and on the Moon.