Austrade in partnership with the Space Industry Association of Australia (SIAA) and the state and territory governments invites expression of interest from Australian companies to participate in a potential space industry delegation to the 42nd Space Symposium to be held in Colorado Springs, CO from April 12-15, 2027.
Space Symposium is the largest annual space industry conference and trade show (outside of IAC). Featuring companies and professionals from 70+ countries, the delegation to the Space Symposium will provide participants with the opportunity to directly engage with a wide range of potential customers and partners aligned to key growth areas of the US space economy Save the Date - Space Symposium - April 12th - 15th, 2027
Why you should participate
This delegation will provide participants with the opportunity to directly engage with a wide range of potential customers and partners aligned to key growth areas of the US space economy through an Australian Pavilion on the Broadmoor campus.
Participation provides access to one of the world's premier space industry events, offering opportunities to connect with global customers, partners and decision-makers. At the 41st Space Symposium, the Australian Pavilion was exceptionally well attended, attracting hundreds of visitors throughout the event. Austrade also hosted two dedicated business networking receptions attended by more than 450 targeted guests and facilitated over 150 business-to-business meetings, generating valuable connections and partnership opportunities for Australian organisations.
EOI deadline: 25 November 2026
The Space Industry Association of Australia (SIAA) is exploring a four-day US Space Industry mission immediately prior to the 42nd Space Symposium in April 2027.
The proposed mission would provide Australian space companies with opportunities to engage directly with US government, prime contractors, potential customers and industry partners. Activities may include company and facility visits, targeted B2B meetings and industry engagement, with a focus on market access, supply-chain opportunities and strategic partnerships.
If you have interested in participating, please indicated during the EOI process.
Please note that the mission is subject to sufficient industry interest, with the final itinerary and participation costs to be confirmed.
Please note that the expression of interest is NOT yet an official registration to join the delegation. Austrade will evaluate all expressions of interest submitted. We will reach out to you to confirm your eligibility, as well as provide information on the next steps for registration and confirmation of participation.
