2026 Antalya 77th International Astronautical Congress, Turkey

The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) is the most influential and largest annual event in the global space sector, known as the "Olympics of Space." The 77th International Astronautical Congress in 2026 will be held in Antalya, Turkey, jointly organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), and the International Institute of Space Law (IISL), and co-hosted by the Turkish Space Agency (TUA) and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI). The history of IAC dates back to 1950, and since then, it has been held annually in different countries, bringing together scientists, engineers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, students, and the public passionate about space from around the world. The congress aims to promote international cooperation and exchange in the space field, share the latest research findings, discuss future development trends, and provide a platform for networking and learning for space professionals. This congress is expected to attract over 6000 participants from more than 100 countries and regions worldwide, including heads of national space agencies, professors and scholars from renowned universities, CEOs and technical experts from leading aerospace companies, government officials, and representatives from emerging space companies. During the congress, hundreds of technical sessions, specialized seminars, roundtables, student competitions, and young professional activities will be held. In addition, a large-scale exhibition will be held concurrently, showcasing the latest technologies, products, and services in the global space sector. IAC is not only a platform for technical exchange but also an important window for promoting industry cooperation, facilitating policy formulation, and inspiring public interest in space. The 2026 Antalya congress will particularly focus on development opportunities for emerging space nations, sustainable space utilization, the latest progress in lunar and Mars exploration, and innovative breakthroughs in the commercial space sector, expected to inject new vitality into the development of the global space industry.