Aussie space innovations and Indo-Pacific partnerships will take centre stage this July at the latest edition of the Australian Space Forum.
Hosted by The Andy Thomas Space Foundation and supported by the Australian Space Agency this is one of the nation’s biggest space industry events.
Over two days, it will bring together leaders, innovators, researchers and businesses to explore big ideas, foster practical collaboration and drive forward-looking discussion.
It will be held in Adelaide on 21 and 22 July during Australian Space Week. This year’s theme – Global Challenges, Regional Solutions: Space Partnerships in the Indo-Pacific – puts a spotlight on Australia’s growing role in a region where space capability is becoming increasingly important for climate monitoring, communications, national security and scientific discovery.
What's happening? 19th Australian Space Forum.
When? 21–22 July 2026
Where? Adelaide, South Australia
What's the theme? Global Challenges, Regional Solutions: Space Partnerships in the Indo-Pacific
Who's attending? Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science Tim Ayers as well as delegates from Singapore amongst other internation and nation space partners who will be attending.
The Australian Space Forum is a valuable platform to grow and continue the momentum across the space industry, as well as identify new opportunities and drive both national and global partnerships.
~ Head of the Australian Space Agency
Enrico Palermo
19th Australian Space Forum
This leading event is not to be missed and represents one of the foremost events on the national space industry calendar.
Shaping the future of space across Australia and the Indo-Pacific region
The program features a standout line-up, including Australian astronaut and 2026 Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg, who has been delivering a national outreach program across the nation.
“The Australian Space Agency is proud to once again partner with the Andy Thomas Space Foundation for its 19th edition.
This year, we are focusing on the Indo-Pacific. We will welcome Singapore, among other partners, providing an opportunity to gain valuable insights, deepen engagement, and strengthen commercial collaboration regional."
~ Head of the Australian Space Agency Enrico Palermo, who will deliver the annual State of Space report, highlighting the ambition, capability and momentum of Australia’s space sector.
The 19th edition of the forum will explore the partnerships and opportunities shaping the future of space across the Indo-Pacific, while highlighting how Australia is helping anchor innovation in the region.
Beyond the headline sessions, the forum’s large exhibition will showcase the breadth of Australian space innovation – from emerging technologies and sovereign capabilities to companies building solutions with global potential.
The event will also examine Australia’s contribution to Artemis and future exploration, underlining how local expertise is increasingly connected to major international missions.
For industry audiences, the message is clear: Australia’s space sector is not only growing, but gaining influence. And in Adelaide this July, that momentum will be on full display.
19th Australian Space Forum
This leading event is not to be missed and represents one of the foremost events on the national space industry calendar.
