Where senior leaders from defence, government, and commercial space converge to shape the policies, capabilities, and partnerships defining the next generation of space operations.
"Space is no longer a permissive domain. The decisions made in the next five years will define its character for the next fifty."
Counterspace convenes the world’s space defence and security community to turn shared threats into coordinated action. Designed for NATO, EU, and partner nations, it connects decision-makers across defence, government, and industry to map current and future capability needs, advance R&D, and operationalise new technologies. The result: stronger cooperation, faster procurement, and more resilient space architectures.
Across plenary briefings, roundtables, technical theatres, and an exhibition hall, Counterspace maps current and near-term requirements essential for building counterspace capabilities including SDA, resilient SATCOM, PNT assurance, missile warning/tracking, cyber protection of space systems, responsive launch and ISR.
Senior leaders from government, defence, civil space, industry and research — shaping the Counterspace agenda.
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Counterspace is not just a date on the calendar; it is a catalyst for the industry. We are moving beyond the traditional event model to build a continuous platform. Our mission is to bridge the gap between commercial innovation and national security, creating a space where the dual-use capabilities of the space sector are not just showcased, but actively integrated into the fabric of defence.
Guiding critical decision-making by providing direct access to the commercial space landscape and its leading innovators.
Supporting the development of new commercial space solutions, diversifying supply chains and reducing single-point dependencies.
Enhancing interoperability between government and commercial solutions for seamless joint operations across allied forces.
Seamless integration of commercial space solutions to attain national security objectives at speed and scale.
Improving mechanisms to accelerate defence space procurement through streamlined pathways and reformed acquisition processes.
We believe that the dialogue started at Counterspace must continue long after the event concludes. To ensure accountability and foster actionable progress, we commit to publishing an in-depth report post-event.
Counterspace operates with a profit-for-purpose philosophy. We are not just an event organiser; we are an active contributor to the sector's intellectual foundation.
Profits generated from Counterspace are directly reinvested into Neo Asteri Foundation C.I.C., a non-profit think tank dedicated to the sustainable growth of the space industry.
Ten critical themes structuring every session, working group, and keynote plenary at Counterspace 2027.
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Persistent monitoring, characterisation and attribution of threats across the full orbital spectrum — multi-sensor data fusion, behavioural analytics, and cross-domain integration.
Counter-jamming technologies, resilient waveform design, GNSS spoofing mitigation, spectrum monitoring, and EW attribution in high-threat scenarios.
End-to-end cyber risk across satellites, ground segments and user terminals — secure-by-design architectures, threat detection, supply chain security and cyber resilience.
Strategic implications of dual-use servicing capabilities — in-orbit refuelling, inspection, relocation and repair — alongside coordination in shared orbits and international guidelines for proximity risks.
How governments and industry share data, responsibilities and resources to reduce debris risk, protect critical space assets and enable sustainable operations in congested orbital regimes.
Procurement and partnership models, operational tasking of commercial assets, interoperability standards, and frameworks that deliver speed, adaptability and mission assurance in contested environments.
From high-resolution imaging to signals intelligence and persistent surveillance — ensuring ISR systems are more responsive, integrated and interoperable as geopolitical tensions intensify.
How PNT services from orbit underpin precision engagement, command and control, joint manoeuvre, and secure synchronisation — and allied responses with resilient, diversified architectures.
Small launch providers, mobile platforms and pre-integrated payloads enabling timelines from decision to orbit in days. Rapid regeneration of lost capabilities is now central to deterrence.
Gaps in current treaties, the role of alliances in norm-setting, and how legal tools can keep pace with emerging capabilities to govern responsible behaviour in orbit and manage crises.
Eleven programme features — from the main stage to the show floor — designed to deliver insight, connections and commercial momentum across every day of Counterspace 2027.
Senior-level dialogues bringing together heads of command, agency leaders, ministers and CEOs to shape doctrine and strategic direction.
→ 02 TheatreStrategic and operational realities of maintaining security in the contested space domain, from situational awareness to resilient operations.
→ 03 TheatreEngineers, developers and innovators showcasing cutting-edge solutions redefining space access, propulsion, communications and sensing.
→ 04 SymposiumSatellite Communications for Operational Effect — focused on assured connectivity as a foundational requirement for multi-domain operations.
→ 05 Innovation ZoneEarly-stage companies on the show floor — pitching bold ideas and forging relationships with primes, investors and government buyers.
→ 06 Networking & VIPStructured meeting programmes, executive briefing rooms and curated networking spaces designed to turn conversations into outcomes.
→ 07 Deep LearningIn-depth technical sessions and an academic forum for researchers and early-career professionals to share findings and accelerate learning.
→ 08 End of DayNetworking drinks reception bringing together all attendees to continue the day's conversations in a relaxed and informal setting.
→Counterspace convenes the senior decision makers, military leaders, and industry experts shaping the future of space security.
Space commanders, defence ministers, intelligence chiefs, and senior procurement officials shaping national space strategy.
New space companies, prime contractors, dual-use technology developers, and investors defining the commercial edge of defence space.
Policy architects, think tank analysts, and academic institutions providing the strategic and legal framework for space governance.
Alliance political coordination and strategic direction
Operational command and military capability requirements
Transformation, interoperability and future capability development
Defence science and technology collaboration across Allies
Dual use innovation and emerging technology acceleration
Communications, information systems and digital capability delivery
Space support integration into allied operations
Doctrine, education, training and specialist space expertise
EU defence industry, space policy and strategic programmes
Defence in space cooperation, capability development and R&T
Operational delivery and uptake of EU space services
Geospatial intelligence and imagery analysis for EU security missions
External action, security coordination and military staff alignment
Border security, surveillance, situational awareness and operational end use
Political mandate, scrutiny, legislation and funding direction
Space surveillance, tracking and operational awareness
Technical programme leadership and mission delivery
Space security, operations and cyber resilience expertise
Weather and environmental data for resilience
Delivery across launch, EO, navigation and secure connectivity
National priorities, doctrine, requirements and procurement needs
Operational users of space enabled capability
Sovereign space programmes and civil security links
Crisis response, resilience and critical infrastructure protection
Operational use of satellite data, communications and situational awareness
Link national priorities with Brussels decision making
Translate requirements into funded capability pathways
Major platforms, mission architectures and sovereign capability delivery
SATCOM, EO, ISR, PNT, data and downstream services
Secure infrastructure, processing, resilience and protection
Agile dual use innovation and niche technologies
R&D, talent, testbeds and applied research
Scaling strategic technologies into deployable capability
Flexible exhibition formats designed to meet your visibility, networking and business development goals at the world's leading defence space event.
Thought Leadership
Take the stage to drive dialogue and influence policy and capability thinking at the highest level.
Audience That Matters
Reach procurement teams, programme offices and technical evaluators who make capability decisions.
Strategic Networking
Build powerful relationships with buyers, partners and investors through curated networking.
Direct Exhibitor
A dedicated stand under your own brand, with option to host co-exhibitors.
SharedCo-Exhibitor
Join an established exhibitor and showcase within their space.
InnovationStart-up Pods
High-visibility 6 sqm pods in the Start-up Quarters for emerging companies.
NationalNational Pavilions
Exhibit alongside leading companies from your country in a unified pavilion.
CollectiveTrade Associations
Participate as a group led by a trade association or business network.
RegionalRegional Cluster
Bring together companies and institutions from a specific geography.
Meet industry leaders, discover capability developments, and build meaningful connections at the Counterspace Expo in Brussels.
Register InterestGain direct access to European defence stakeholders, national ministries of defence, armed forces, and international partners.
Stand Enquiry
Interview The conversation covers key issues in space security today. Why is it challenging to define dual use, and how does this impact governance? What problems…
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