It is with great pleasure that the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) invites you to the 68^thannual International Astronautical Congress (IAC). #IAC2017, hosted by the Space Industry Association of Australia (SIAA) will take place in Adelaide, Australia from 25 – 29 September 2017. An intense week during which all space players will gather to discuss the advancement and progress of space in its various features; in particular, this year will be targeting secure access to satellites that provide communications, timing and navigation services and remote sensing data.

IAC 2017 will unlock imagination by focusing on innovation and security, and will offer a rich programme of Plenaries, Highlight Lectures, Technical lectures as well as a Global Networking Forum and many social events abundant in networking opportunities.