2026 China Space Conference - Flying to Deep Space-International Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation Cooperation and Development
Conference / Seminar
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Date
16 - 17 Apr 2026
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Organiser
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Chinese Society of Astronautics, International Astronautical Federation
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Time
00:00 - 00:00
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Venue
Chiang Chen Studio Theatre, Core A, PolyU
Summary
As space technology moves from research into a high-growth industry, how can we seize the opportunities and work with global partners to build a sustainable space innovation ecosystem?
Jointly organised byPolyU, the Chinese Society of Astronautics, and the International Astronautical Federation, The 2026 Flying to Deep Space–International Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation Cooperation and Development will take place at PolyU on 16–17 April 2026. Building upon the successful sessions previously held at the China Space Conference, this high-level forum brings together senior representatives from national space authorities, international astronautical organisations, leading enterprises, research institutions, and renowned experts worldwide to advance dialogue and joint efforts across space science education, commercial space innovation, and lunar exploration.
The event will feature a main forum and three parallel sessions. Parallel Session 1: Commercial Space Innovation and Exploration (17 April) will spotlight commercial space ecosystem development and industrial innovation, offering a chance to connect with industry leaders, policy-makers and pioneers, and to explore technology pathways, applications and international collaboration in the new space era.
Kick-off Ceremony & Main Forum
🗓️Date: 16 April 2026
⏰Time: 14:00 – 17:30
📍Venue: Chiang Chen Studio Theatre, PolyU
Forum 1: Commercial Space Innovation and Exploration
🗓️Date: 17 April 2026
⏰Time: 9:30 – 12:00
📍Venue: Chiang Chen Studio Theatre, PolyU
Highlights of Forum 1:
- Chip Opportunities and Commercialization Prospects in the Era of Integrated LEO Satellite Communication and Navigation (Speaker: Mr Zhongliang SUN, Chairman of Allystar Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.)
- Development Support and Prospects for Integrated Space-Ground Computing Infrastructure (Speaker: Mr Yizhe WANG, Chairman of Thermal AI Limited)
- The Path to Internationalization of China’s Commercial Space Technology (Speaker: Ms Danying FAN, Partner of Star Vision (Hangzhou) Space Technology Co., Ltd.)
- Prospects and Adjustments of Ultra-Low Earth Orbit Constellations (Speaker: Mr Yan SHEN, Chairman of Beijing Yidong Aerospace Technology Co., Ltd.)
- Roundtable Discussion: Commercial Space Ecosystem Co-construction and Global Expansion (Moderator: Mr Bo GAO, Executive Chairman of The Hong Kong Young Scientist Association; Panelists: Prof. Peifeng MA, Chief Designer of the Satellite Constellation of Chinese University of Hong Kong; Mr Zhenyu SHEN, R&D Director of AoTian Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd.; Ms Xi WANG, Director of CAS Space Technology Co., Ltd.; Mr Heng LUO, Vice President of Geovis Technology Co.)
