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09 Nov 25. SDSC-UK 2026
3 & 4 February 2026
The NEC, Birmingham
Our event partners, The Total Events Company (TTEC), are offering a 30% early bird discount on selected items booked and paid for before 17 November – a great opportunity to plan ahead and make the most of your exhibition experience.
We’re pleased to see strong exhibitor interest in Day 2 of SDSC-UK 2026, with more than 40% of exhibition stands already booked.
If you’d like your organisation to be part of the Exhibition and Unclassified Conference on
4 February 2026 at The NEC, Birmingham, now’s a good time to secure your space.
The exhibition is a key part of the event, giving organisations the chance to meet decision-makers, connect with new partners, and showcase the latest innovations in defence and security.
Spaces are limited and allocation is on a first-come basis.
SDSC-UK 2026 Opportunities Brochure
If you’d like to confirm your stand or talk through the available options, please get in touch with Suzie and Emma at
We look forward to welcoming you to SDSC-UK 2026 at The NEC.
14 Nov 25. Space Tech Expo Europe Celebrates its 10-Year Journey in Bremen, Germany. Space Tech Expo Europe, the continent’s largest B2B space industry event, returns to Bremen, Germany, from November 18-20, 2025, bringing together over 950 exhibitors and more than 10,000 attendees at the MESSE Bremen. This year marks a milestone for the event as it celebrates its 10th anniversary – ten remarkable years of pioneering space technology excellence in Bremen, a major hub for the German and European aerospace industries. Highlighting exhibitors including Fraunhofer Aviation & Space, Glenair, ZARM, Luxembourg Space Agency, Tesat Spacecom, OHB SE – who have all been present at every edition.
“Our 10 years in Bremen have brought together the European space community in ways we could barely have imagined,” says Gordon McHattie, Event Director, Space Tech Expo. “We launched in 2015 with 100 exhibitors and have now grown to over 950 exhibiting companies from over 45 countries represented in 2025. This marks the largest number of exhibiting companies ever gathered for a space event, reflecting the extraordinary recent and future growth of the global space industry. We are thrilled to be welcoming the global space community back this year, as the event continues to be a vital platform for connecting industry leaders, fostering partnerships, and showcasing the latest advancements in space technology.”
As Europe’s premier gathering for space engineering and technology, Space Tech Expo Europe provides an unparalleled platform for industry professionals, researchers, and policymakers to connect, explore cutting-edge developments and establish strategic partnerships across the entire space supply chain. The global space technology market size was estimated at USD $466.1 bn in 2024 and is projected to reach USD $769.7 bn by 2030. The continued growth in the sector is furthered by government and private sector investments across key areas such as satellite communications, earth observation, space tourism and interplanetary exploration. Space Tech Expo Europe showcases innovations in launch services, satellite operations, ground systems, software, components, and dual-use technologies, making it the ultimate destination for space manufacturing and testing services, systems engineering for spacecraft, launchers, and satellite programs.
Comprehensive Programme Features
The 2025 edition offers an extensive programme designed to meet the diverse needs of the space community including four specialised conferences. Space Tech Expo Europe breaks new ground this year with the expansion of strategic security and defense programming, reflecting the perception of space as critical infrastructure for multiple domains. Leading the discussion on these critical topics are distinguished speakers including, Dr. Marcus Pleyer, State Secretary, Germany’s Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space; David Meigne, Major, French Space Command; Robert de Groot, Vice-President, European Investment Bank (EIB).
Four Specialised Conferences
- Industry Conference: Offers vital insights into the latest developments and trends within the European (and beyond) space sector, guiding the future of the thriving industry.
- Smallsats Conference: Unites pivotal stakeholders from satellite operations, ground segment operators, service providers, and mobility end-user markets, encompassing sectors such as aviation and maritime industries.
- Connectivity Conference: Focuses on advancing small satellite capabilities, data analysis, security, small launch, and how to attract new, non-space sectors to enhance Earth applications. The conference also covers the topics of Earth observation optimisation and business scaling.
- Technology Forum: Leading companies in the industry unveil top-tier solutions and showcase their latest projects to a focused audience.
New for 2025
New for 2025 is the Skills Lab, a specialised stream for masterclasses and workshops designed to enhance industry skills.
As the event continues to grow, it features the expansion into The Upper Deck (Hall 4.1) where attendees can find an arcade area and a 360-video booth to share their experiences on social media. There will also be even more exhibitors to meet, showcasing cutting-edge products and services; and more.
To learn more about Space Tech Expo Europe, visit: https://www.spacetechexpo-europe.com/
11 Nove 25. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the UAE Ministry of Defence announced its full readiness to host the 12th edition of the Dubai International Air Chiefs Conference (DIACC) on 16 November 2025, under the theme “Hypersonic Edge”.
The 12th edition represents the largest gathering of air force chiefs and commanders since the conference’s inception in 2003, bringing together more than 100 official delegations.
Major General Rashed Mohamed Alshamsi, Commander of the UAE Air Force and Air Defence, said that all preparations for the event, scheduled one day prior to the opening of the Dubai Airshow 2025, have been completed. He affirmed that the conference serves as a global platform for strategic insights, offering senior air force leaders, military decision-makers, and defence manufacturers an opportunity to address the evolving challenges of modern air and space defence amid rapid technological advancements.
He also highlighted that the event reflects the UAE’s commitment to comprehensive military readiness, defence coordination, and joint operational environments that enhance regional and global security. “The Dubai International Air Chiefs Conference 2025 is not just a military event, as it is a council for air and air defence forces shaping the future of air and space superiority, while exploring strategic deterrence tools in an era of rapid transformation.”
He added: “What distinguishes this conference is its ability to present and discuss future operational challenges with an exceptional group of global air force leaders, exploring practical insights and solutions within an international platform defined by cooperation, mutual trust, and professional camaraderie.”
This year’s theme reflects future operational concepts for airpower, emphasizing readiness, technological superiority, and multi-domain integration across increasingly complex battlespaces. The 12th edition comes at a pivotal time, as the world witnesses unprecedented acceleration in hypersonic systems, artificial intelligence, and unmanned aerial technologies, creating a new reality that demands readiness and rapid adaptability.
Since its inception in 2003, the conference has established itself as a strategic global platform, uniting air force commanders from across the world in high-level dialogue to address major shifts in air and space combat systems and anticipate future tools of warfare. The conference agenda will include panel discussions on key operational priorities, such as hypersonic technologies, artificial intelligence, unmanned aerial systems, air and space integration, the evolution of the future fighter, military alliances and defence policies, and the UAE Air Force’s readiness for innovation and strategic partnerships. The conference is backed by a distinguished group of strategic partners in the sector, contributing to the achievement of its objectives and demonstrating their commitment to advancing innovation in aviation and defence. Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement participates as the National Industry Enablement Partner, while EDGE Group, a global leader in defence and advanced technology, serves as the Strategic Partner. Airbus takes part as the Premium Partner. Northrop Grumman, RTX Collins Aerospace, and Lockheed Martin support the event as Platinum Sponsors, with Saab Technologies, MBDA, Dassault Aviation, Thales, Boeing, and General Atomics participating as Gold Sponsors. The organising committee has made full details of the 12th edition available on the official website diacc.ae. The website also hosts a specialized scientific bulletin, serving as a comprehensive knowledge reference on air and space power, offering quality content aligned with the conference’s strategic goals.
11 Nov 25. Rostec to Unveil the Yak-130M and the Domestically Produced Ansat-M at Dubai Airshow 2025. The International Aerospace Exhibition will be held on November 17-21 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Rostec State Corporation will showcase dozens of samples of its products at the Dubai Airshow 2025 International Aerospace Exhibition. The upgraded Yak-130M jet trainer and combat aircraft and the domestically produced Ansat-M helicopter will be presented abroad for the first time. In addition, the Su-57E fifth-generation Russian fighter jet will make its debut in the Middle East and take part in the flying display. The Yak-130M aircraft produced by the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) features a new aviation weapons system and airborne equipment. The upgraded aircraft is designed for the training of pilots of fourth- and fifth-generation fighters, as well as for strike and fighter missions as a light combat aircraft. The introduction of new airborne systems will enable the Yak-130M to operate both in the daytime and at night in any conditions, and will expand its combat capabilities. The event will also mark the world premiere of the domestically produced version of the Ansat-M light multipurpose helicopter built by Russian Helicopters, with Russian VK-650V engines produced by United Engine Corporation. The aircraft, which made its maiden flight this autumn, features an upgraded fuselage, a new powerplant and airborne systems. The helicopter is highly maneuverable and has the most spacious cabin in its class. It can perform a wide range of tasks, including in dense urban areas. The capabilities of Russia’s most advanced aircraft systems, namely the Su-57E fifth-generation fighter and the Ka-52 reconnaissance and attack helicopter, will also be showcased in the skies over Dubai. Thanks to a coaxial rotor configuration, the Ka-52 is unique in terms of its maneuverability, as it can quickly turn towards the target, and is capable of high-speed lateral movement and steep dives. In turn, the Su-57E aircraft will perform an aerobatic display. It is the world’s only fifth-generation fighter that has proven its efficiency in large-scale combat operations. It is capable of using a wide range of precision guided weapons and is characterized by low visibility to enemy radars.
“Dubai Airshow is one of the key global venues where current trends in aviation and defense are shaped. As always, we have something to show and offer to the global community, in both the military and civilian segments. I am sure that there will even be a number of surprises, as this year we will unveil several products that are new for the Middle East. These include the new Ansat with a Russian-made powerplant, the upgraded Yak-130M, and, of course, the Su-57, which has proven its status as a fifth-generation fighter in real-world combat conditions. The advantages of our aircraft include the fact that they do not rely on foreign components, as well as their state-of-the-art performance characteristics, and an extensive track record of their operation, which speaks for itself. This is why our airplanes and helicopters are sought after in many countries around the world,” said Sergey Chemezov, CEO of Rostec State Corporation.
The Il-76MD-90A(E) military transport aircraft and the Ka-32A11M transport helicopter will also be on static display.
In addition, participants and visitors to the exhibition will be shown next-generation aircraft engines, air defense systems, navigation systems and airborne equipment. A wide range of modern and next-generation munitions, such as unguided and guided air-launched missiles, as well as powerful bombs, including high-explosive fragmentation bombs and bunker-busting bombs, will be presented. The Dubai Airshow 2025 International Aerospace Exhibition will be held on November 17–21 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Russian display will feature exhibits from the leading groups of companies of Rostec State Corporation, such as the United Aircraft Corporation, Russian Helicopters, United Engine Corporation, High-Precision Systems, KRET, etc. (Source: ASD Network)
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DSEI 2027 – POWERING PROGRESS, DEFINING YOUR FUTURE
DSEI connects governments, national armed forces, industry thought leaders and the entire defence & security supply chain on a global scale. With a range of valuable opportunities for networking, a platform for business, access to relevant content & live-action demonstrations, the DSEI community can strengthen relationships, share knowledge and engage in the latest capabilities across the exhibition’s Aerospace, Land, Naval, Security & Joint Zones.
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