Multi-format conference program
Every year
Paris Space Week combines expert talks, innovation spotlight and the PSW Innovation Challenge final pitch to explore the key topics shaping the space industry.
Over two days, attend high-level sesions, discover innovation solutions from exhibitors, and watch finalist startups pitch live on stage.
SOME OF THE LEADING VOICES WHO JOINED PSW 2026
Laurence MONNOYER-SMITH
CNES
Head of Sustainable Development
Gregory MANN
NASA
NASA Europe Representative
Claire BORDAS
KPMG
Head of Sales, Marketing & Communications
Alexander SOUCEK
European Space Agency
Head of External Relations Department
Claire ELSS
Cosmos for Humanity
President
Aaron COHEN
SpacePharma
Scientific Director
TWO STAGES. ONE PROGRAM OF IDEAS AND INNOVATION
Signature Talks
Signature Talks are 35-minute sessions featuring major players in the sector, including institutions, industrial leaders, and experts. These talks cover the main trends and challenges shaping the space industry, from European sovereignty to the use of satellite data with artificial intelligence, as well as space access, connectivity, orbital sustainability, and collaboration betweenstartups and large companies.
Innovation Spotlight
Sessions for presenting innovative products and technologies
Innovation Spotlights are 20-minute sessions that allow exhibitors to present a product, technology, or innovative solution. This dynamic format offers high visibility at the event, draws the attention of visitors and partners, and helps generate qualified contacts throughout the program.
The PSW Innovation Challenge
2026 Edition
10
pioneering
companies
5
minute
pitches
1
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of a lifetime
The Paris Space Week Innovation Challenge is back in 2026 to spotlight the most disruptive solutions in the industry.
From all over the world, innovators will take the stage to pitch their technology in front of a panel of top-level executives, contractors, and investors from leading space organizations such as: Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Thales Alenia Space, RUAG, CASC, CEA, and many more.
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What’s at stake?
- Global visibility during the event
- Recognition by major industry players
- A chance to win the Innovation Challenge Award
- Direct connections with potential partners & investors
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Who can apply?
The Challenge is open to startups and solution providers ready to demonstrate how their innovation can impact the space ecosystem.
PSW Innovation Challenge
The finalist startups of the PSW Innovation Challenge present their innovations to a panel of experts
The PSW Innovation Challenge highlights the most innovative projects and companies in the space sector. After a selection process conducted with ASTech, up to 15 finalists have 10 minutes to present their innovation to a jury of experts directly at their stand. The final pitch takes place on the first day, and the awards ceremony is held during the official cocktail, a flagship moment of Paris Space Week.
THE PROGRAMME IS BEING PREPARED…
09:00am - 09:30am
09:40AM - 10:10AM
11:40am - 12:10pm
5:15pm - 5:45pm
10:00am - 10:30am
11:20am - 11:50am
2:00pm - 2:30pm
4:00pm - 4:45pm
INNOVATION SPOTLIGHT
Showcase Your Solutions
10:20am - 10:50am
11:00am - 11:30am
1:40pm - 1:55pm
2:00pm - 2:15pm
2:20pm - 2:35pm
2:40pm - 2:55pm
3:00pm - 3:15pm
3:20pm - 3:35pm
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3:40pm - 3:55pm
4:00pm - 4:15pm
4:20pm - 4:35pm
4:40pm - 4:55pm
09:40am - 09:55am
10:40am - 11:10am
1:40pm - 1:55pm
2:40pm - 3:10pm
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