Tracking and Removing of Space Debris.
The upcoming Space Debris Conference 2026 (SDC 2026), taking place on January 26–27, 2026,
aims to build upon the critical discussions and insights generated during the successful 2024 conference.
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Amidst the escalating threat of space debris to international space activities, SDC2026 emerges as a vital forum uniting stakeholders to navigate the dynamic landscape of space debris challenges. Join us for in-depth discussions, collaborative endeavors, and tangible solutions aimed at tackling the pressing space debris crisis head-on.



why attend?

High-Impact Keynotes and Discussion Panels
Explore current topical issues from active debris removal and space traffic management to long-term solutions for a safer orbital environment.

Cutting-Edge Technology Demonstrations
Experience live demonstrations showcasing groundbreaking technologies designed to detect, track, and remove orbital debris.

DebriSolver Competition
Witness the brightest minds compete to deliver creative, innovative and practical solutions to secure a better tomorrow.
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Policy, Ethics, and Space Sustainability.
For a Cleaner and Safer Orbit.
Economic and Societal Impact of Space Debris.
Space Debris in context of Space Exploration.

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09:00-10:00 | Reception & Registration | |||
10:00-11:10 | Opening of the Conference | |||
11:15-11:45 | Demo 1 | Artemis II: Space Weather Mission Demonstration | ||
11:50–12:35 | Panel Discussion 1 | Governance in Orbit: Shaping Policies for Space Debris Mitigation and Remediation | ||
12:35 – 13:05 | Break | |||
13:05 – 13:35 | Keynote 1 | Safeguarding the Final Frontier: Global Collaboration on Space Debris Mitigation | ||
13:40 – 14:25 | Panel Discussion 2 | Governance in Orbit: Shaping Policies for Space Debris Mitigation and Remediation | ||
14:25 – 15:45 | Break | |||
15:45 – 16:30 | Panel Discussion 3 | Next-Gen Satellites: Innovations in Servicing, Autonomy, and Sustainable Design | ||
16:35 – 17:05 | Keynote 2 | The Cost of Space Junk: SSA’s Scientific Study on Orbital Congestion and Its Expected Economical Impact | ||
17:10 – 17:55 | Panel Discussion 4 | Insuring Space: Economic Impacts and Risk Solutions for Space Debris | ||
17:55 – 18:00 | Day one Conference Closing |
Time | Title | ||||
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09:00-10:00 | Reception & Registration | ||||
10:00-10:10 | Opening of the Conference | ||||
10:10-10:40 | Keynote 3 | Reentry's Impact on Climate: A Hidden Threat? | |||
10:45-11:30 | Panel Discussion 5 | Beyond Earth: Space Debris and the New Age of Exploration | |||
11:35 - 12:05 | Keynote 4 | From Orbit to Impact: Operationalizing Space Law in the Context of Debris Reentries | |||
12:05 – 12:35 | Break | ||||
12:35 – 13:20 | Panel Discussion 6 | From Vision to Action: The Next Frontier in Active Debris Removal | |||
13:25 – 13:55 | Keynote 5 | Tracking the Threat: Space Debris and Traffic Management | |||
14:00 – 14:30 | Demo 2 | Space Debris Technology Demonstration | |||
14:30 – 16:00 | Break | ||||
16:00 – 16:45 | Panel Discussion 7 | Bridging the Gap: Academia and Industry Collaboration for Space Debris Mitigation | |||
16:50 – 17:30 | DebriSolver Awarding Ceremony | DebriSolver Competition Awarding Ceremony | |||
17:35 – 18:00 | Closing Remarks |
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Highlights of the panel sessions from SDC24
For any support or inquiries please contact us via E-mail: SDC@ssa.gov.sa