In 2026 ISEC will again be closely involved with the Space Elevator session at IAC, with our Chief Architect Dr Peter Swan acting as co-chair.

Abstracts for papers are now being accepted, with a deadline of 28th February 2026. Go to this page for more details on abstract submission : https://www.iac2026.org/call-for-papers-63

Details of the Space Elevator session will be posted when available.

More 2026 Congress details : https://www.iac2026.org/iac-2026

IAF message :

“ The International Astronautical Congress is the one place and time of the year where all global space actors come together. The event attracts more than 6.000 participants each year.

Covering all space sectors and topics, it offers everyone the latest space information and developments in academia and industry, networking opportunities to connect with the global space community and explore unique potential partnerships.

For over 75 years, the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) has been proudly organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), traveling each year to a new country, embracing a new theme, and partnering with a different local host to celebrate the global spirit of space endeavor. “