Satellite Show 2026
Solve. Empower. Soar.
Space solutions that connect the world and redefine what’s possible.
We are excited to introduce the new SES at Satellite Show 2026. Now with more than 100 years of combined global industry leadership, backed by a track record of bringing innovation ‘firsts’ to the market, we will showcase how we are building tomorrow's trusted space ecosystem and delivering connectivity through multi-orbit satellite solutions.
You can find our Empowerment Showcase at the Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center in Shaw Ballroom A to learn how we can help you use space to make a difference.
Panel Discussions
Attend one of the many executive-level panel discussions in which our leaders are participating.
Opening Fireside Chat: Building Global Multi-Orbit, Direct-to-Device Networks
Tuesday, March 24 | 8:30 – 9:00 am ET
Room: Ballroom A/B
Hear from SES CEO, Adel Al-Saleh and Lynk Global CEO, Ramu Potarazu in a discussion that will outline the strategic vision of the merge with Omnispace, and how the companies plan to integrate multi-orbit connectivity and D2D services to create a powerful global network that competes in all markets.
Opening General Session: Industry Leaders
Tuesday, March 24 | 9:00 – 10:00 am ET
Room: Ballroom A/B
CEOs of the world's leading operators, including SES CEO, Adel Al-Saleh, will join in this marquee event for a discussion that sets the tone for the industry and establishes benchmarks for the year. Setting the stage for new technologies, new solutions, and new directions for satellite service, this is SATShow Week's "can't miss" event.
In-Flight Connectivity: New Developments in Interoperability, Performance, and Cost Control
Wednesday, March 25 | 10:45 – 11:45 am ET
Room: Space Domain Theater
Hear Mike DeMarco, SESs President of Aero, and other in-flight connectivity and mobile services executives share how they are adapting to new airline business models, the rapid rise of multi-orbit services, interoperability challenges, and increasing competition to deliver lightning-fast connectivity to passengers.
Terabit Optics, Cloud Agility, Digitization, and AI: The Modernization Roadmap for Satellite Services
Wednesday, March 25 | 1:45 – 2:30 pm ET
Room: 145 A/B
Hear Michael Geist, SES Space and Defense’s Vice President of Product Management Government and other panelists explore how Terabit Class high-capacity optical ground systems, transport, waveform virtualization, and generative AI/ML are enabling more adaptive, efficient, and autonomous satellite systems.
Unlocking Commercial Value in Africa’s Emerging Markets
Wednesday, March 25 | 2:45 – 3:45 pm ET
Room: 146 A
Hear Jean-Philippe Gillet, SESs President, Fixed and Maritime Vertical and other panel experts explore trends shaping commercial satellite expansion in the region, including rising demand from mobile operators and governments, evolving pricing models, regulatory shifts, and emerging partnership frameworks.
VIP Session: CFO Forum: Factors that Shape Pricing Forecasts
Wednesday, March 25 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm ET
Room: 145 A/B
Lisa Pataki, SESs CFO and other industry CFOs join this forum to focus on the factors that they believe to be the biggest influences on future pricing forecasts for services, manufacturing, hardware, and launch costs. In this session, find out how the CFOs of the most successful companies in our industry are adapting business models to stay competitive and sustain long-term growth.
Book a Meeting
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