Held alongside the Singapore Airshow 2026, Space Summit 2026 brought global stakeholders together to advance collaboration, policy alignment, and innovation across the rapidly expanding space ecosystem
Organised by Experia Events, Space Summit 2026 marked the launch of a new vertical under Experia’s flagship Singapore Airshow. The two-day space-focused conference and exhibition was endorsed by the Economic Development Board (EDB) and the Office for Space Technology & Industry (OSTIn), and supported by a wide range of government agencies and industry partners, positioning the Summit as a premier high-level platform for global dialogue and cooperation in the space sector.
Taking place from 2 to 3 February 2026 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, the inaugural Summit convened policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, and international stakeholders to address the future of space governance, technology development, and commercial opportunities. The event aligned closely with the growing importance of the space economy, projected to reach US$1.8 trillion by 2035.
A key announcement at the Summit was Singapore’s plan to establish the National Space Agency of Singapore (NSAS). Speaking at the event, Tan See Leng, Minister-in-charge of Energy, Science and Technology, said that NSAS would build on the strong foundations laid by OSTIn, further strengthening research and development, industry growth, and international partnerships. The new agency would leverage Singapore’s established strengths in artificial intelligence, aerospace, microelectronics, and precision engineering.
The Summit also delivered several concrete outcomes highlighting Singapore’s growing role in the global space ecosystem. Letters of Intent were signed with the Maldives Space Research Organisation and the Agencia Espacial Española, expanding international cooperation. In addition, Aetosky announced the establishment of its global headquarters in Singapore, underscoring confidence in the country as a strategic base for space-related growth and innovation.
Talent development and cross-sector collaboration featured prominently throughout the Summit. Initiatives included partnerships between the School of Science and Technology, Singapore and the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), as well as the launch of a new Space Technology specialisation at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. Industry collaborations were also showcased, including a partnership between Arkadiah Technology and Golden Agri-Resources to apply satellite remote sensing for forest monitoring in Southeast Asia, and a consortium comprising Airbus, ST Engineering iDirect, Keysight Technologies, and MediaTek to explore 5G/6G non-terrestrial network solutions in Singapore.
Source: Singapore Economic Development Board
