The 77th International Astronautical Congress Concluded in Antalya
The 77th International Astronautical Congress held in Antalya came to an end with a closing ceremony, and plans for future years were announced.
The closing ceremony of the 77th International Astronautical Congress, hosted jointly by the Turkish Space Agency and SAHA Istanbul under the coordination of the Ministry of Industry and Technology, took place in Antalya.
High Participation in the Congress
Organized at the Antalya NEST Congress Center from October 5 to 9, the event saw broad international participation.
International Participant Data
International Astronautical Federation President Gabriella Arrigo stated that more than 7,500 participants from 111 countries attended the congress.
Paper and Visitor Numbers
Turkish Space Agency President Yusuf Kıraç reported that more than 8,300 abstract papers were presented throughout the event.
Future Congress Hosts
Geneva will host the International Astronautical Congress in 2029, while the gathering in 2027 will take place in the Polish city of Poznan.
2026 IAF Awards Found Their Owners
During the ceremony, the 2026 IAF Awards were presented to their recipients, and various names were included in the honors list.
Flag Handover Ceremony Took Place
Within the scope of the program, an IAF flag handover ceremony was held between Turkey and Poland, and the contract was signed.