The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2026 will take place in Antalya, Türkiye, from 5–9 October 2026. The IAC is the one place and time of the year where all global space actors come together. The event attracts more than 6.000 participants each year.

The 77th edition will covering all space sectors and topics, offering the latest space information and developments in academia and industry, networking opportunities to connect with the global space community and explore unique potential partnerships.

Explore business opportunities in the Dutch aerospace ecosystem

The Invest in Holland team of aerospace and defense specialists will be at the IAC to highlight opportunities for international companies that want to expand and grow in the Netherlands and Europe.

The Netherlands is dedicated to innovation in aerospace. The Dutch ecosystem is fast-becoming synonymous with industry-leading urban air mobility, drones and sensors. From the the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre and Unmanned Valley to Earth Valley, Utrecht, which focuses on geo-data  infrastructure and construction. The ecosystem is evolving from an ESA-centric hub to a new-space commercial community where 80% of Dutch space activities now take place in the Zuid-Holland Aerospace Delta cluster.

Eager to learn more about opportunities for innovation and business growth in the Netherlands aerospace sector?

Meet us at IAC 2026 or contact the NFIA team in Türkiye or at NFIA headquarters in The Hague.