Joint stand at the International Astronautical Congress 2026
We will take companies to the international astronautics fair IAC 2026, which will take place from 5.-9. October 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye.
The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) is the world’s leading space event, bringing together over 6,000 participants from across the global space ecosystem – industry, science and the public sector – every year. The Congress covers a wide range of space topics and offers excellent opportunities for international visibility, collaboration and the creation of new partnerships.
Organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) in collaboration with the Turkish Space Agency and international partners, IAC 2026 offers a unique platform for companies to showcase their technologies and solutions and participate in a dialogue shaping the future of the global space industry.
Applications are opened until 13.02.2026!
Who is the fair for?
- We are looking forward to Estonian companies that offer various products, services and solutions in the space industry and astronautics to participate in the joint stand.
- Homepage: IAC 2026
- We prefer to include companies in the joint foundation that have a clear growth potential, have shown significant growth in recent years, have a value added per employee above the sector average and invest in research, development and innovation (R&D).
- At the IAC 2026 fair, we will participate with a smaller Estonian joint stand (33sqm), where each company does not have its own working place. The joint stand will display company samples, a presentation area and a meeting area for shared use.
- Small and medium-sized enterprise 1,500 EUR Large enterprise 2,000 EUR
- From the participation fees, the EIS will cover the costs of participation, stand rental, design and construction. It will also be used to finance joint marketing and communication activities between exhibitors.
- Participating company will be responsible for the participants’ travel, accommodation and catering costs, as well as the costs of their company’s promotional materials and samples.
- De minimis aid (de minimis aid) does not exceed EUR 300 000.
- See what your company’s VTA balance is
- For information on the estimated amount of the VTA for participation in this joint stand, please contact the project manager.
Why participate in a joint stand?
Increasing international competitiveness
Expanding the network of contacts
Increased export capacity
Apply for a joint stand
To apply, think about your goals and fill in the form.
Preparing to go to the fair
- Participate in work meetings and training sessions.
- Before going to the fair, we carry out preparatory activities with the participants that will help the company achieve its goals.
- Think through your needs in terms of the design of the joint stand and contribute to the development of the marketing and communication plan.
- Set the objectives and strategy for the fair;
- Let your partners and potential clients know that you will be attending;
- Prepare your team for the fair;
- Book accommodation and transport for the fair.
Attend the fair
Attend the fair where you can make new business contacts and introduce your products/services to potential business partners.
If possible, attend the fair seminars/conferences.
Follow-up
A feedback questionnaire must be completed shortly after the fair.
From a business development perspective, however, the real work only starts once the trade fair is over.
To turn contacts made at trade fairs into long-lasting business relationships, be sure to get in touch with the contacts you made after the fair. Craft personalised messages that address the individual concerns and desires of each potential client. Do all this within a few days of the fair.
Feedback from
A feedback questionnaire must be completed 1 year after the fair.
Participation in the fair
To apply, think about your goals and fill in the form.
- Participate in work meetings and training sessions.
- Before going to the fair, we carry out preparatory activities with the participants that will help the company achieve its goals.
- Think through your needs in terms of the design of the joint stand and contribute to the development of the marketing and communication plan.
- Set the objectives and strategy for the fair;
- Let your partners and potential clients know that you will be attending;
- Prepare your team for the fair;
- Book accommodation and transport for the fair.
Attend the fair where you can make new business contacts and introduce your products/services to potential business partners.
If possible, attend the fair seminars/conferences.
A feedback questionnaire must be completed shortly after the fair.
From a business development perspective, however, the real work only starts once the trade fair is over.
To turn contacts made at trade fairs into long-lasting business relationships, be sure to get in touch with the contacts you made after the fair. Craft personalised messages that address the individual concerns and desires of each potential client. Do all this within a few days of the fair.
A feedback questionnaire must be completed 1 year after the fair.