1,800 Global Leaders Converge in Paris for the Most Powerful Week in Space 

Published on August 22, 2025

Paris, August 20, 2025 – In less than 30 days, Paris becomes the center of the space economy. From September 15 to 19, 2025, more than 1,800 decision-makers, 250+ top-tier speakers, and 600+ organizations from 60+ countries will unite at World Space Business Week (WSBW), the Space Defense and Security Summit (SDSS), and the newly launched Space Innovation Summit (SPIN)

Together, these three flagship events form the world’s most influential gathering of defense leaders, government officials, business executives, innovators, and investors — where strategies are set, deals are signed, and the future of space is defined. 

Three Events. One Global Stage. 

  • World Space Business Week (WSBW) | September 15–19, 2025 – Hôtel du Collectionneur 
    1,400 decision-makers | 200+ top-tier speakers | 600+ organizations | 60+ countries 
    The premier global space business event spotlighting market trends, investment flows, satellite communications, Earth observation, mobility, and space infrastructure. 
  • Space Defense and Security Summit (SDSS) | September 16–17, 2025 – Les Salons Hoche 
    300+ decision-makers | 60+ global speakers | 50+ institutions | 35+ countries 
    A strategic platform for governments, militaries and industry leaders to address the evolving challenges of space defense, resilience, and security. 
  • Space Innovation Summit (SPIN) | September 17, 2025 – Hôtel du Collectionneur 
    200+ decision-makers | 80+ organizations | 25+ speakers 
    Novaspace’s newest summit, dedicated to breakthrough technologies, start-up showcases, dual-use innovations, and entrepreneurial visions transforming the space sector. 

The strategic proximity of the three events provides an unparalleled environment for connecting with potential investors, innovators, clients, and partners — driving cross-sector collaboration and real deal-making opportunities. 

World-class Lineup of Global Space Leaders 

Notable confirmed speakers include European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius, General Brian W. Gibson (United States Space Command), General Vincent Chusseau (French Space Command), General Michael Traut (German Space Command), Jeong Gyuheon (Defense Acquisition Program Administration – DAPA), Josef Aschbacher (ESA), Gwynne Shotwell (SpaceX), Adel Al-Saleh (SES), Max Haot (Vast), Jean-François Fallacher (Eutelsat Group), and Ricky Freeman (Amazon Kuiper Government Services) — among many other government representatives, high-ranking officers, C-level executives, investors, and innovators shaping the next era of the global space domain. 

A Pivotal Moment for the Space Domain 

“With these three summits taking place simultaneously, Paris becomes the decision-making hub for the global space domain,” said Pacôme Révillon, CEO of Novaspace. “We are proud to host the conversations, partnerships, and deals that will shape the industry for years to come.” 

Registration & Media Accreditation 

  • Media: Apply for press accreditation before September 5, 2025. Limited spaces are available. 

Access the full Media Toolkit (logos, visuals, and key information) here: Media Toolkit