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- DATE: 22–23 October 2026
- VENUE: PVA EXPO PRAGUE
- OFFICIAL LANGUAGE: English
- FORMAT: international conference
- CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
- CONFERENCE FREE REGISTRATION
- EVENT is part of the Future Forces Exhibition & Forum 2026
The Conference on Security and Defence Interests in Space provides an expert platform for bringing together representatives of public administration, the armed forces and security institutions, as well as representatives of industry and academia. Its aim is to foster discussion on the growing importance of space for defence, security, the functioning of the state and the protection of society.
Why to Attend
Over the last decade, space has transformed from a supporting environment into a critical operational domain that has a fundamental impact on the planning and conduct of modern military operations and is increasingly affecting national security. NATO’s recognition of space as an operational domain in 2019 confirmed its importance for command and control, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, satellite communications, navigation, precision weapon guidance, and strategic decision-making.
The dependence of the armed forces, public administration and the private sector on satellite-based space capabilities also increases the requirements for their protection, resilience and ability to respond to cyber, hybrid and physical threats.
The conference provides a space for strategic and operational dialogue among the armed forces, the security community, public administration authorities, industry and academia. The programme reflects NATO’s allied approach as well as the European dimension of space security, including related European Union initiatives. Particular attention is paid to the resilience of space systems, the protection of critical infrastructure, civil-military cooperation, and the use of commercial technologies and services.
Attendance Delivers
- Strategic relevance – understanding the political, security and operational context of the growing importance of the space domain
- Bridging defence and security perspectives – joint discussion among military representatives, security experts, policymakers and representatives of public administration
- Direct contact with key stakeholders – an opportunity to establish cooperation with institutions and experts involved in the development of space capabilities and the shaping of related policies
- Industry as a key capability development partner – an overview of technologies, services and innovations that are transforming today’s operational and security environment
- Civil-military and international cooperation – sharing experience and seeking common solutions for the protection of space and terrestrial infrastructure
- Targeted networking – structured opportunities to establish contacts among the public, military, academic and private sectors.
Conference Programme
| Operational Perspectives: Military Use of Space and Future Defence Capabilities | ||
| 09.30 - 10.00 | BG Voker Heinz Semanns – Head of the JAPSS | |
| 10.00 - 10.30 | COL Patrik Heim – Director, NATO SPACE CoE | |
| 10.30 - 11.00 | Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic | |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | COL Ladislav Stahl – Space Advisory Coordinator, HQ NATO | |
| 11.30 - 12.00 | Dr. Jakub Pražák – Project Coordinator, ACT | |
| SPACE Initiative Development | ||
| Lunch | ||
| Innovation Perspectives: Industry, Technology and Future Space Solutions | ||
| 13.00 - 13.20 | Mr. Václav Kobera – Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic | |
| 13.20 - 13.40 | Mr. Robert Kerby – Director, Business Development, Defence & Intelligence, Planet Labs | Moving Beyond "Innovation" towards Rapid Operational Adoption in Space |
| 13.40 - 14.00 | Prof. Achille Gastzrogiovanni | |
| 14.00 - 14.20 | Mr. Lee Norton – Defense and Government Sales Director EMEA, Global Defense, Gilat Defense | Resilient Military Operations in DDIL Environments: Leveraging Multi-Orbit Space and Network Architectures for Decision Advantage |
| 14.20 - 14.40 | TBD – Zaitra | |
| 14.40 - 15.00 | TBD – TRL Space | |
| 15.00 - 15.20 | TBD – CEVRO University | |
| 15.20 - 16.30 | Q&A Networking | |
Block 1 – Operational Perspectives: Military Use of Space and Future Defence Capabilities
1st block we are going to examines SPACE from the perspective of military and governmental users responsible for defence planning, operational employment, and security decision-making. As SPACE has become an indispensable operational domain, the session explores its contribution to NATO's deterrence and defence posture, Multi-Domain Operations (MDO), and the protection of critical military capabilities.
The discussions will address the strategic implications of NATO space policy, the role of satellite communications, navigation and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), as well as the growing importance of Space Situational Awareness (SSA). Particular attention will be devoted to operational resilience against cyber, electronic warfare, jamming, spoofing, anti-satellite (ASAT) threats and other hybrid challenges that increasingly affect both military operations and national security. Through operational experience and strategic perspectives, the session aims to identify future capability requirements necessary to ensure secure and uninterrupted access to the space domain.
Main Topics:
- Space as an operational domain and its role in MDO
- Satellite communications, navigation, and ISR as the foundation of combat capability
- Resilience of space systems against jamming, spoofing, cyber, and ASAT threats
- Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and orbital space defence
Block 2 – Innovation Perspectives: Industry, Technology and Future Space Solutions
The afternoon programme highlights the essential contribution of industry, research organisations and academia to the future development of space capabilities. As technological innovation increasingly determines operational advantage, the session provides a platform for presenting advanced solutions, emerging technologies and collaborative initiatives supporting both defence and civilian security.
The programme will explore the role of commercial space operators, dual-use technologies, Earth Observation, satellite communications, artificial intelligence, advanced data exploitation and resilient space architectures. Particular emphasis will be placed on public–private partnerships, cooperation between government, armed forces and industry, and the rapid delivery of innovative capabilities that strengthen national, NATO and European space ambitions. The session also provides an opportunity to discuss how academia and industry can contribute to future operational concepts, resilience, and technological superiority in an increasingly contested space environment.
Together, both conference blocks provide a comprehensive perspective on the SPACE domain—from the operational employment of space capabilities and emerging security challenges to the technologies, partnerships and innovations that will shape the future of defence and security in space.
Main Topics:
- GNSS protection (Galileo, GPS) and critical infrastructure dependence on space
- Earth Observation (EO) for internal security, crisis management, and border protection
- Hybrid and cyber threats to space and ground segments
- Space blackout scenarios and crisis preparedness
- Civil–military and international cooperation in the field of space security
Call for Papers
The organisers invite papers, presentations, and panel proposals that address current challenges, emerging trends, and future capability development related to the defence and security use of space.
Submissions may be operational, technical, or policy-oriented, and should demonstrate clear relevance to defence, security, and resilience stakeholders.
Role of Industry and Innovation
Submissions are strongly encouraged to highlight the role of industry as a capability enabler, including:
- Technological innovation and rapid capability delivery
- Public–private partnerships
- Dual-use technology development
- Support to national, NATO, and EU space ambitions
Proposed Thematic Areas
1. Space as a Key NATO Operational Domain
- Space as a domain of modern warfare
- Role of space in Multi-Domain Operations (MDO)
- NATO space policy and implications for member states
- Strategic autonomy in access to space data and capabilities
2. Satellite Systems: Communications, Navigation, and ISR
- Military satellite communications and resilience
- GNSS protection and interoperability (e.g. Galileo and GPS)
- Earth Observation (EO) for tactical and strategic ISR
- Protection against jamming, spoofing, cyber, and hybrid threats
3. Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Orbital Security
- Monitoring of space objects, threats, and debris
- Detection and response to anti-satellite (ASAT) threats
- Orbital congestion, norms of behaviour, and deconfliction mechanisms
- National and allied approaches to space domain awareness
4. Dual-Use Space and Civil–Military Cooperation
- Role of commercial space operators in defence and security
- Use of commercial EO, SAR, and hyperspectral data
- Data-sharing frameworks within NATO and the EU
- Standardisation and interoperability of civil–military space services
5. Resilience, Cyber, and Hybrid Threats in Space
- Space as a vulnerability in hybrid warfare
- Cybersecurity of space and ground segments
- Protection of ground stations and SCADA systems
- Space blackout scenarios and crisis preparedness
6. The Future of Conflict and Security in Space
- Militarisation versus weaponisation of space
- Defensive technologies for satellite protection
- International law, norms, and escalation prevention
- Long-term implications for global security and stability
