Organizer
IAF
Founded in 1951, the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) is the world’s leading space advocacy body with more than 510 members in 77 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) – 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.
Host
Space Industry Association of Australia (SIAA)
The Space Industry Association of Australia is the national peak body for the space industry in Australia. SIAA and its member companies work closely with Australian governments, international partners, academia, and industry to advance Australia’s space industry and economy.
SIAA hosted the 68th International Astronautical Congress in Adelaide, Australia in 2017, where the establishment of the Australian Space Agency was announced and is proud to host the 76th International Astronautical Congress in Sydney, Australia in 2025.
Co-hosts
NSW Government
The New South Wales (NSW) Government drives economic growth and social prosperity by cultivating a thriving environment for business, innovation, and talent.
As the lead agency for industry development, investment attraction, and export capacity building efforts, Investment NSW is responsible for the growth of the space industry in partnership with Australia’s space strategy. The NSW space sector boasts over AUD $300 million in investment, the largest concentration of Australian space organizations, eight world-class universities actively engaged in space-related programs, and five space industry incubators, accelerators, and hubs.
With strong connections across industry, academia and government, Investment NSW is your partner for growth.
Australian Space Agency
The Australian Space Agency works across government, industry, and academia to advance Australia’s position in the global space economy. The Agency provides leadership on civil space capability to improve the lives of Australians. This is done by: leading policy and coordination of civil space activities across government as well as international civil space engagement; shaping and growing national space capability; promoting a responsible space sector for current and future uses of space through education and regulation; and promoting the value and benefits of space to the community, including to inspire a highly skilled workforce.
