North East Space Conference 2026

The theme of this year’s conference s theme is all about transformation and emerging opportunities for businesses and individuals to explore the rapidly growing space sector.

Entitle ‘Pivot into Space; Unlocking New Horizons’, the programme will highlight how organisations from adjacent industries can diversify, adapt existing capabilities and pivot into space markets, alongside sessions focused on skills development and career transitions. It will also provide a platform for established space companies to connect, collaborate and scale, strengthening supply chains and accelerating growth across the sector.

Attendees can expect inspiring panels, practical workshops and high-value networking designed to spark collaboration, new partnerships and future-ready business growth. This is more than a conference – it’s a launchpad for innovation, diversification and economic impact in the North East and beyond.​