Space Startups to Connect with International Investors Through Beyond Orbit Program
The Beyond Orbit matching program, to be launched within the scope of the International Astronautical Congress, aims to bring innovative space startups together with global stakeholders and investors.
Applications have opened for the Beyond Orbit matching program, which will bring space technology startups together with investors and stakeholders within the framework of the International Astronautical Congress to be held in Antalya.
Beyond Orbit Applications Open
The application process has officially started for the Beyond Orbit program, which will bring innovative startups operating in the field of space technologies together with investors, industrial organizations, and international stakeholders.
Congress Hosting and Dates
The 77th International Astronautical Congress, one of the world's most comprehensive space events, will take place from October 5-9, 2026, at the Antalya NEST Congress Center.
Institutional Coordination and Support
The event is organized under the coordination of the Ministry of Industry and Technology, hosted by the Turkish Space Agency, and co-hosted by SAHA Istanbul.
Opportunities Offered to Startups
Selected startups will be allocated space in the Future Space area and provided with free participation in the congress to support them in establishing new collaborations.
Deadline and Criteria
Applications for the program, which space technology startups with a minimum viable product or at the growth stage can join, must be completed by September 11.