Ad Astra Summit 2026

On Thursday, 26 March 2026, the Ad Astra Summit 2026 will take place at the European Space Operations Centre (ESOC) in Darmstadt. Organised by the Centrum für Satellitennavigation Hessen (CESAH), the event provides a key platform for technologies and innovations from and for the space sector.

The Ad Astra Summit is much more than a traditional conference featuring presentations and panel discussions. Thanks to the use of silent headphones, three stages can run in parallel, allowing participants to choose at any time from a diverse programme tailored to different target groups. In addition to expert talks, visitors can also look forward to product demonstrations, an accompanying innovation exhibition featuring start-ups from the ESA Business Incubation Centre programme, as well as insights into the opportunities offered by technology transfer from the space sector for established companies.

In addition, the event offers numerous opportunities for exchange and networking with experts, start-ups, companies, as well as other stakeholders from industry, academia and politics. The Ad Astra Summit is therefore an important meeting place for everyone who wants to learn about current developments, make new contacts, and gain fresh inspiration at the intersection of space, technology and business.