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WHAT IS IAC – Where the world shapes the future of space
The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) is the world’s premier global space event and has been held annually since 1950. It is the one time each year when all the stakeholders in the space industry come together, attracting as many as 10,000 participants annually. Organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) and hosted in a new country each year, the IAC 2027 will take place in Poland, Poznań (27 September – 1 October 2027), making it one of the largest economic and technological events in the CEE region at that time.
Welcome Message
As President of the European Space Foundation, I am honored to personally invite you to attend the 78th International Astronautical Congress in Poznań, Poland, from September 27 to October 1, 2027.
Central and Eastern Europe has become one of the most vibrant regions in the continent – a hub of impressive economic growth and untapped opportunities for business development, investment, and strategic partnerships. Poland has experienced a significant transformation over the past decades, and our space sector has developed alongside it. IAC 2027 will mark a milestone in this journey, positioning Poland as a gateway to the CEE market. Inspired by our motto “One Space and Shared Future,” we are dedicated to strengthening the connections between space and space-enabledindustries and strategic sectors, while creating new opportunities across the region.
This is also a unique moment for the next generation – Central and Eastern Europe is home to exceptionally ambitious, highly educated young professionals for whom IAC provides life-changing connections and career-defining experiences. In organizing IAC 2027, the European Space Foundation is proud to partner with MTP Group (Poznań Congress Center) and THE WAY, an award-winning production company. We also appreciate the strong support from the Ministry of Economic Development and Technology and the Polish Space Agency (POLSA).
Beyond the Congress itself, we invite you to experience legendary Polish hospitality, exceptional cuisine, and the beauty of our country – ranging from historic sites to stunning natural landscapes. I warmly invite you to join us at IAC 2027 – let’s make the 78th edition a platform for sharing your ideas, business, and vision.
We are excited to welcome you to Poznań! Do zobaczenia!
Łukasz Wilczyński
President, European Space Foundation
Poznań – host city for IAC 2027
In 2027, Poznań will become the beating heart of the global space community. Renowned as one of Central Europe’s most dynamic hubs, the city combines an ambitious, high-tech economy with active involvement of European space sector, contributing to fields like space robotics, Earth observation, and autonomous systems.
Beyond its scientific leadership, Poznań offers international delegates an unforgettable host experience. Perfectly compact and easy to navigate, the city effortlessly connects centuries of history—from its vibrant Old Town to historic landmarks—with modern infrastructure and world-class hospitality. Known as Poland’s culinary capital with 16 Michelin-awarded restaurants and a rich cultural scene, Poznań will provide a warm, inspiring, and seamless environment where world-changing ideas in space exploration can take flight.
IAC in numbers
By creating opportunities for technology showcases, networking, and collaboration, the Congress drives innovation across space and downstream sectors, enabling new forms of cooperation within the global space economy.
Congress brings together the entire global space ecosystem – from space agency leaders, pioneering astronauts, and world-class scientists to industry executives, visionary business leaders, investors, innovative startups, and ambitious students. Designed for anyone passionate about driving the commercial and scientific future of space, IAC 2027 offers an unparalleled platform to connect, explore new business horizons, share groundbreaking research, and transform bold space ideas into real-world achievements.
It is a unique global event that offers opportunity to connect global stakeholders, demonstrating how space technologies generate tangible value for economies and societies alike. Furthermore, it provides an ideal platform to build partnerships with a rapidly growing CEE region that is consolidating its role in the global innovation ecosystem.
IAC 2027 MISSION:
One Space.
Shared Future.
IAC 2027 Organizer
International Astronautical Federation (IAF)
Founded in 1951, the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) is the world’s leading space advocacy body with 604 members in 82 countries, including all leading space agencies, industries, research institutions, universities, societies, associations, institutes, and museums worldwide.
Following its motto “Connecting @ll Space People” and its vision of “A space-faring world cooperating for the benefit of humanity”, the Federation advances knowledge about space, supporting the development and application of space assets by promoting global cooperation.
As organizer of the annual International Astronautical Congress (IAC) – the world’s premier global space event – and other thematic events, the IAF actively encourages the development of space activities for peaceful purposes and supports the dissemination of scientific and technical information related to space.
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European Space Foundation
The European Space Foundation is engaged in educational, promotional, and R&D activities related to space exploration. It engages with space and non-space NGOs, public administrations, businesses, and scientific organisations.
Since 2014, the Foundation has been organising the European Rover Challenge, an international robotics and space event that combines a conference, a mobile robot competition, and a STEM zone.
Since 2021, the Foundation has been organising workshops and lectures for elementary and secondary school students on the possibilities of using satellite data to observe climate change and its effects. In 2023, the project won the Pratt & Whitney E-STEM Global Award.
The Foundation is also a consortium member of the ESA Business Applications project, responsible for the business model for the transfer of resource exploration technology using the MIRORES far-infrared spectrometer to search for sulfide and oxide ores on Earth and on the Moon.
IAF member since 2021, participated in IAC since 2016. ESF is composed of 10 executive staff and over 80 volunteers. It is also backed up by affiliate partners, including partners in Colombia.
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Grupa MTP
Grupa MTP, both the venue operator and a chosen PCO for IAC 2027, is the undisputed leader in the exhibition and meetings industry market in Central and Eastern Europe.
MTP organises and hosts nearly 400 events and 1,000,000 visitors annually, including trade shows, events, association congresses and high-level governmental meetings with up to 30,000 participants.
Its portfolio includes three editions of the United Nations Climate Change Conference: Poznań 2008, Warsaw 2013 and Katowice 2018, the World Urban Forum 2022 in Katowice and the FDI Annual World Dental Congress in Poznań in 2016.
Grupa MTP is an experienced, reliable, and solvent partner for the organisation of international events, with Poznań Congress Center ranking among Poland’s most modern event venues. Together with 15 exhibition halls, it forms a multifunctional complex ideal for hosting large-scale events.
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THE WAY
THE WAY specialises in providing comprehensive event production services for the B2B segment.
The agency has produced events for many of the most important institutions in Poland, including BGK, PGNiG, PFR – the Polish Development Fund, GovTech Polska and The Łukasiewicz Research Network, as well as globally recognised brands including Mastercard, IBM, Roche, Bain & Company, Philip Morris International and Samsung.
THE WAY has also been the sole executive producer of Impact – the most prestigious economic event in the CEE region – since 2016.
The agency produces large-scale economic meetings “from A to Z”, including event promotion, sponsor acquisition and other forms of funding.
THE WAY has been recognised among the 100 best event agencies in the world according to Eventex, having won 9 Eventex Awards in 3 years. In 2024, the agency was also nominated for a Forbes Diamond Award and found itself among the fastest-growing and most innovative companies in Poland.
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