Description
APSAT 2026 marks the 22nd edition of the Annual APSAT Conference, organized by ASSI (Asosiasi Satelit Indonesia – The Indonesian Satellite Association). Over the past two decades, APSAT has grown into one of the most prominent satellite industry gatherings in Indonesia, widely recognized by international telecommunication societies, government institutions, industry leaders, and the global satellite community.
As an established international forum, APSAT brings together policymakers, satellite operators, technology innovators, investors, engineers, academics, and end-users to exchange insights and explore opportunities within the evolving satellite ecosystem. For more than twenty years, APSAT has played an important role in shaping strategic discussions on how satellite technologies can support the future of telecommunications, digital connectivity, and space-based innovation in Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region.
ASSI, established in Bandung in 1998, is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the development of the satellite industry and strengthening the satellite community in Indonesia. Through collaboration with national and international stakeholders, ASSI continues to support the advancement of satellite technologies, regulatory frameworks, and industry cooperation across multiple disciplines.
Indonesia, the world’s largest archipelagic nation, faces unique challenges in ensuring equitable connectivity across its vast territory. With more than 17,000 islands spanning three time zones and a population exceeding 270 million people, delivering reliable telecommunications infrastructure across remote and maritime regions remains a complex undertaking. While major urban centers benefit from advanced digital infrastructure, many rural and remote communities continue to face connectivity limitations due to the geographic and economic constraints of terrestrial networks.
In this context, satellite technology plays a crucial role in bridging the digital divide and enabling inclusive digital transformation. As Indonesia advances toward its Golden Indonesia 2045 Vision, satellites are increasingly recognized as strategic infrastructure supporting economic growth, national resilience, maritime connectivity, disaster management, and universal digital access.
At the same time, the global satellite industry is entering a new era of transformation. The rapid expansion of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations, the integration of Artificial Intelligence in satellite operations and data analytics, and the convergence of satellite and terrestrial networks are redefining the architecture of global connectivity. These developments are accompanied by growing concerns regarding space sustainability, orbital congestion, cybersecurity, and technological sovereignty.
For many nations, including Indonesia, the ability to maintain sovereign capabilities in satellite infrastructure, data governance, and space-based services has become increasingly important in ensuring national resilience and strategic autonomy in the digital age. Building a sustainable and future-ready satellite ecosystem therefore requires close collaboration between governments, industry players, research institutions, and international partners.
Recognizing these developments, APSAT 2026 adopts the theme:
“The Future of Satellite Ecosystems: Importance of Sovereignty, AI, Innovation and Technological Integration.”
This theme reflects the growing importance of integrating satellite technologies with artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and next-generation communication networks, while also strengthening national and regional capabilities within the global space economy.
APSAT 2026 will take place on 12–13 May 2026 at the Fairmont Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia, bringing together global experts, policymakers, satellite operators, and industry stakeholders for a two-day international conference addressing the future of satellite ecosystems.
