Thales Alenia Space will participate in the 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026) from October 5 to 9 in Antalya, Turkey, under the theme “the world needs more space.” This event aims to inspire the public and future generations about space’s significance as a shared resource needing international cooperation.
Space to Explore
“Fly me to the Moon”
The launch of Artemis II in April 2026 marks a new era of lunar exploration, with Thales Alenia Space contributing to the Orion spacecraft and developing the Argonaut lunar descent module. This versatile vehicle will deliver cargo to the Moon, supporting future exploration.
Is there “Life on Mars”?
The ExoMars mission is set for launch between October and December 2028, aiming to search for signs of past life on Mars, with a rover capable of autonomous operation.
Space to Observe & Protect
Earth observation satellites are crucial for understanding climate mechanisms. Thales Alenia Space is launching four satellites in 2026, including Copernicus Sentinel-3C and FLEX, which monitor various environmental factors.
Space to Connect
Thales Alenia Space offers telecommunications solutions tailored for various applications. In 2026, contracts were signed for the Eshail-3/Türksat-Biruni and NigComSat-2A satellites, enhancing connectivity across multiple regions.
Space to Secure & Defend
With rising conflict intensity, Thales Alenia Space provides solutions for surveillance and telecommunications, including the IRIS² program, a new satellite communication system for Europe aimed at ensuring security.
Space to Travel & Navigate
Thales Alenia Space is key in developing satellite navigation systems like Galileo and is involved in the Celeste project, which aims to enhance low-earth orbit navigation accuracy.
Visit Us
Come and meet our teams at the NEST Convention Center in Antalya, Turkey, at Stand 1B-03, Hall 1. For more information, please check the links to our various missions and products:
