Riyadh:The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has concluded the Global Space Connectivity & Sustainability Events 2026 in Riyadh. The event, held from October 12 to 14, saw participation from over 8,000 senior officials, industry leaders, and experts under the theme "Connected Earth, Sustainable Space."
According to Saudi Press Agency, the event was organized in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and was patronized by Eng. Abdullah Amer Alswaha, the Minister of Communications and Information Technology and CST Chairman. It brought together the Connecting the World from the Skies Forum (NTN) and the Space Sustainability Forum (SSF), featuring 33 sessions and presentations with global officials, decision-makers, and specialists in telecommunications and space.
Participants discussed international cooperation to connect the unconnected, focusing on challenges and solutions. Topics included the integration of satellites with 6G networks, spectrum policies, and the importance of Space sustainability and reducing Space debris. The event also highlighted the value of the Space economy and addressed issues like orbital sustainability, legal frameworks, and international Space law.
During the event, CST and the Saudi Space Agency announced the winners of the SpaceUp global competition, which attracted over 690 submissions from more than 50 countries. The winning companies were SARsatX from Saudi Arabia, Smart Orbits from Jordan, and Orbital Universe from Australia.
A specialized session on Space Communications & Satellite Regulation Masterclass was conducted by CST’s Digital Regulatory Academy (DRA) in partnership with ITU, focusing on building technical and regulatory capacity in satellite communications and orbit management.
The event featured presentations from various technology companies, including Aramco Digital and ATON, showcasing innovations like satellite connectivity for remote areas and solutions for tracking Space debris. An interactive exhibition at CST’s headquarters displayed prominent solutions and innovations in non-terrestrial networks and Space-based solutions.
The event was sponsored by Saudi National Bank, STC, SITE, Neo Space Group, and the Saudi Space Agency. It is part of Saudi Arabia’s initiative to foster international dialogue on Space connectivity and sustainability.
