Paris, December 2025 — The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology of the Sultanate of Oman (MTCIT) and Novaspace announce the second Edition of the Middle East Space Conference (MESC), taking place from January 26 to 28, 2026, in Muscat, Oman, under the patronage of His Highness The Deputy Prime Minister for Relations and International Affairs and the Special Representative of His Majesty the Sultan, HRH A’Sayyed Asa’d Bin Tariq Al Said.
Building on the strong momentum of its inaugural edition, MESC 2026 will convene more than 450 senior-ranking decision-makers representing over 190 organizations from more than 20 countries. The conference will bring together government leaders, space agencies, industry executives, investors, innovators, and academic institutions to shape the next phase of growth of the Middle East space ecosystem. As a high-level platform for dialogue and deal-making, MESC reinforces Oman’s position as a strategic gateway for space applications, infrastructure development, and investment across the region.
A Region on the Move, Oman at the Forefront
Across the Gulf Cooperation Council, space is emerging as a core investment priority, anchored in national economic diversification strategies and supported by expanding satellite programs and international partnerships. Among the region’s most dynamic markets, the Sultanate of Oman is distinguishing itself through rapid execution following the launch of its national space policy in 2023. Aligned with Oman Vision 2040, the space sector overseen by MTCIT is fostering a stable, investor-friendly environment that supports infrastructure development, commercial applications, and public-private collaboration. As MESC returns in January 2026, Muscat will serve as a focal point for investors, industry leaders, and policymakers seeking to engage in the next phase of growth of the Middle East space economy.
A Three-Day Program Shaping the Future of the Middle East Space Ecosystem
Curated in close partnership with MTCIT, the three-day program of MESC 2026 addresses the strategic, operational, and enabling dimensions of space development in the Middle East. Discussions will cover national space policies, agency strategies, satellite program development, ground-segment ecosystems, financing mechanisms, and international cooperation, while highlighting Oman’s evolving space landscape. The program will also focus on the real-world impact of space applications, including satellite communications and Earth Observation across connectivity, urban development, energy, climate resilience, environmental sustainability, and critical infrastructure. The conference will conclude with a dedicated focus on enablers, bringing together regulators, investors, startups, incubators, accelerators, and academic institutions to examine regulatory frameworks, innovation ecosystems, venture financing, and talent development.
Strengthening Regional and Global Collaboration
By convening senior stakeholders from across the public and private sectors, MESC 2026 aims to accelerate collaboration, mobilize investment, and support the development of sustainable space capabilities aligned with regional priorities and global market dynamics. The conference reflects Oman’s ambition to play a constructive and distinctive role in the Middle East space economy, while reinforcing its position as a neutral and forward-looking platform for international cooperation.
About the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology of Oman
The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) oversees Oman’s space sector, a forward-looking domain focused on building national capabilities in space science and technology. The sector leverages satellite communications, remote sensing, and space-based monitoring to support economic development, environmental protection, and national security, in alignment with Oman Vision 2040.
About Novaspace
Novaspace is a global leader in space consulting, market intelligence, and executive summits, formed through the merger of Euroconsult and SpaceTec Partners. With more than 40 years of heritage, Novaspace supports governments, space agencies, industry leaders, and investors in strategic decision-making across the entire space value chain. Its integrated offering spans management consulting, technology consulting, market intelligence, and high-level executive events. Trusted by more than 1,200 clients across 60+ countries, Novaspace operates from offices in Brussels, London, Montreal, Munich, Paris, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, Toulouse, Washington D.C., and now Bangalore, India.
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