Record FCC approvals, landmark IPOs, and a surge in commercial lunar activity have pushed 2026 into breakneck acceleration. The commercial sector is now the undisputed engine of growth and they are calling the shots.
Space & Satellites USA 2026 is the post-Midterm focal point for industry, investment, and government leaders to process the year's volatility and define the 2027 roadmap. We’ve stripped away the trade show noise, capping attendance at 250 of the most senior decision-makers to focus exclusively on high-value strategy. In an interactive environment of Chatham House roundtables and engaging debates, this is the final opportunity of the year for primes, start-ups, and officials to hash out the real-world hurdles of orbital scale, cybersecurity, and defense acquisition together.
Space is a team sport, and I believe Reuters is uniquely positioned to be a strong team player in the quest for space innovation. That’s why I’m thrilled to join the Reuters Space Advisory Board, where we’re focused on elevating emerging technologies and driving breakthroughs in orbit that transform life on Earth. Space & Satellites USA 2026 will be a dynamic platform that empowers leaders across the space ecosystem to unite science, technology, and purpose.
Senior Reuters journalists will take to the main stage to lead incisive interviews, challenge industry leaders with data-driven questions, and provide the independent, agenda-setting perspective that defines Reuters.
Our editors will tackle the tough questions that matter, delivering newsworthy journalism in real time—all moderated under the Reuters Trust Principles that ensure the editorial independence and integrity you expect from us.
At a time where crowded exhibition halls dominate the events landscape for space & satellite industry, face-to-face interactions and valuable connections remain the most powerful way to build lasting relationships and drive business success.
At Space & Satellites USA, we've crafted a unique networking experience that fosters an environment where every conversation matters.
From the shifting priorities following the 2026 Midterm Elections to the complexities of aligning NASA, NOAA, and Space Force procurement, the industry is operating in an increasingly bureaucratic and politically sensitive environment. This theme addresses the critical challenge of navigating acquisition reform to bypass the "valley of death," secure 2027 budgets, and build a resilient strategy that survives the transition between administrations and international regulatory shifts like the EU Space Act.
The competition to secure a foothold in the permanent orbital economy has reached a fever pitch. With the focus moving toward "Launch Sovereignty" and the rapid expansion of mega-constellations, companies are fighting to solve the bottlenecks of launch cadence and orbital logistics. This pillar tackles the central challenge of transitioning from one-off science missions to repeatable commercial services, such as in-space manufacturing and lunar delivery, to ensure long-term ROI in an overcrowded and competitive market.
The pressure to transition from hardware-centric platforms to software-defined, autonomous satellite fleets is the single most important technological shift in the sector. This theme zeroes in on the core issues of standardizing optical mesh networks, deploying orbital data centers, and utilizing edge AI to transform data into real-time insights. It provides a forum for leaders to confront the technical hurdles of building interoperable, high-capacity architectures that can scale to meet the massive data demands of the next decade.
The escalating threats of kinetic debris, GPS jamming, and sophisticated cyber-attacks pose existential risks to multi-billion dollar orbital assets. This pillar addresses the urgent challenge of ensuring the physical and digital sustainability of the space environment through "Cybersecurity by Design" and active debris removal. It explores the strategic need for enhanced domain awareness and zero-trust architectures, providing a critical platform to discuss the measures required to protect critical infrastructure from both state-sponsored threats and environmental degradation.
The satellite industry is changing rapidly as more investment and new technologies accelerate what is possible and compress traditional timelines. However, a lot of this innovation can be hidden in the industry’s large conferences built around exhibit halls trying to address the broadest sets of interests. This creates an opportunity for a more focused event where thought leaders can share their viewpoints and stimulate discussion and debate. Reuters Space & Satellite USA is just such an event and I’m looking forward to attending.
Leverage the 170-year legacy of Reuters to access unparalleled, trusted intelligence. Our meticulously researched agenda is built from over 100+ hours of research with senior executives and features industry-leading speakers delivering candid case studies and actionable learnings on the most business-critical topics shaping the LEO ecosystem.
This event is intentionally curated for authentic, high-value networking among senior leaders and international players. Engage in filtered, closed-door discussions and use our networking app to forge direct, valuable relationships with top tier decision makers across civil, defense, and commercial domains.
Gain a global perspective by connecting with high-level buyers, senior executives, and handpicked government customers worldwide. This is your essential platform to secure lucrative commercial opportunities, bolster sovereign capabilities, and meet with your new technology partners for live demos and key use cases relevant to scaling your business in the new LEO era.
The four astronauts selected for NASA's Artemis II mission arrived in Florida on Friday, entering the final phase of preparations for the first crewed journey toward the Moon in more than five decades.
NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen hopped out of Northrop T-38 jets that they flew from Houston, Texas, to NASA's Kennedy Space Center, where they could launch to space as soon as April 1 aboard NASA's towering Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.
From rocket launches drawing millions of YouTube views to social media frenzy over its potential listing, SpaceX's debut is shaping up to be a landmark moment for Wall Street.
Traders are betting thousands of dollars on the company's ticker and speculating over its entry into the most elite club of U.S. companies, giving the world's most valuable startup a level of social media buzz that only a few companies enjoy, especially when they are yet to file their IPO paperwork.
Japanese spacecraft startup ispace (9348.T), opens new tab said on Friday it will further delay a U.S. government-sponsored lunar mission to 2030 and cut its global workforce, in a strategic shift after two failed lunar landings.
The announcement highlights the murky outlook for the venture, as the U.S. revamps space missions with commercial and international partners to send astronauts to the Moon before China does.
