ICSO 2026 is the 16th edition of the largest meeting worldwide of experts working in all disciplines of Optical, Optoelectronic and Photonic Technologies for Space Applications.

This conference is the yearly gathering of European and Canadian industry leaders and subject matter experts, presenting the latest advancements in optical and quantum communication technologies under ESA’s Optical & Quantum Communications – ScyLight strategic programme and beyond. It offers a dedicated forum for stakeholders to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and explore future directions.

The event will include concise pitches, expert talks from industry and ESA representatives, and insights from leading voices in the satcom market.

Miratlas is proud to exhibit at SatelliteAsia, a leading event for satellite communications, space technology, and connectivity in Asia. Join us in Singapore to discover how our advanced atmospheric intelligence solutions are transforming laser communications between Earth and space.

At our booth, explore the Sky Monitor, our unique system capable of continuously measuring atmospheric turbulence and sky conditions, both day and night—an exclusive capability enabling unmatched precision for optical ground stations and satellite operators.

Learn how Miratlas helps optimize optical link availability, increase data throughput, and reduce operational risks through real-time monitoring and forecasting. Our solutions support next-generation space communications, including optical (laser) links, Earth observation, and space situational awareness.

With a growing international presence, including a U.S. subsidiary and strong partnerships across Asia and Europe, Miratlas is your trusted partner for reliable, data-driven atmospheric insights.

Visit us at SatelliteAsia 2026 and unlock the full potential of your space communications.

SATShow Week is the industry’s first and largest experience of the year — uniting commercial innovators, government and military decision-makers, and end-users from 110+​ ​countries in Washington, D.C. Anchored by the flagship SATELLITE event and enriched by the dedicated GovMilSpace event, it’s where critical conversations happen and business gets done.

We are thrilled to announce that Miratlas will be participating in Photonics West, specifically in the Free-Space Laser Communications conference. Jean-Edouard Communal, along with Frédéric Jabet and Marin Fouchier, will be presenting the latest results from their research.

Talk Details:

• Title: First results of a daytime turbulence monitoring campaign with eight SHABAR profilers, and performance analysis and upgrade of the C-DIMM nighttime monitor
• Authors: Frédéric Jabet, Marin Fouchier, Jean-Edouard Communal, Miratlas (France)
• Date and Time: 21 January 2026 • 5:29 PM – 5:46 PM PST

In this talk, we will share valuable insights from a measurement campaign conducted with SHABAR profilers across eight sites in Europe over more than a year. We will also present the qualification and validation campaign for the C-DIMM, a nighttime turbulence monitor, and compare it to a single aperture image motion monitor and an astronomy DIMM based on a C11 telescope.

At Photonics West, we look forward to engaging with industry leaders, researchers, and engineers to discuss the future of free-space laser communications. Stay tuned for more updates on our presentation and the groundbreaking work we will be showcasing at the conference.

For more information about the event, please visit the Photonics West website.

Join Us at Europe’s Largest B2B Space Event

We are excited to announce that Miratlas will be participating in Space Tech Expo Europe, the premier gathering for space engineering and technology. This event is a fantastic opportunity for us to connect with industry leaders, share our latest innovations, and explore new partnerships.

At Space Tech Expo Europe, we look forward to engaging with the European space community and showcasing our advancements in atmospheric data and optical communications. This event is the perfect platform for us to elevate our expertise and forge meaningful connections in the ever-evolving world of space technology.

Stay tuned for more updates on our participation and the groundbreaking work we will be presenting at the conference.

For more information about the event, please visit the Space Tech Expo Europe website.

Join Us at the 10th International Conference on Space Optical Systems and Applications

We are excited to announce that Miratlas will be participating in the 10th International Conference on Space Optical Systems and Applications (2025 IEEE ICSOS), taking place in Kyoto, Japan, from October 28 to 31, 2025. This prestigious event serves as a key platform for exploring the latest advancements in free-space laser communications for terrestrial, near-Earth, and deep-space applications.

At ICSOS 2025, we look forward to sharing our latest innovations and insights in atmospheric data and optical communications. This conference is a fantastic opportunity for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to come together and discuss the future of space optical systems.

Stay tuned for more updates on our participation and the groundbreaking work we will be presenting at the conference.

For more information about the event, please visit the ICSOS 2025 website.

La World Space Business Week est l’événement mondial de référence pour les leaders du secteur spatial. Pendant une semaine, cet événement rassemble les décideurs clés pour des négociations stratégiques et des discussions intenses qui façonnent l’avenir de l’industrie spatiale.

• 1400+ leaders du secteur présents en ligne et sur site
• 220+ intervenants de haut niveau
• 110+ partenaires et sponsors engagés
• 600+ organisations publiques et privées représentées
• 60+ pays participants

Cet événement unique offre une plateforme internationale pour promouvoir les innovations, développer des collaborations stratégiques et accélérer les dynamiques économiques de l’écosystème spatial mondial.

L’événement réunit une large communauté d’experts et d’acteurs clés du secteur :

• Plus de 100 participants prêts à échanger, partager et collaborer autour des enjeux technologiques et scientifiques.
• 41 startups spécialisées dans la Spacetech présentent leurs innovations et solutions disruptives.
• 165 intervenants de renom apportent leurs connaissances et éclairages sur les avancées du domaine.
• 21 partenaires engagés soutiennent et enrichissent l’événement par leur expertise et leur présence.
• 4 cycles de conférences offrent des débats et discussions approfondis sur des thèmes stratégiques pour le futur de l’industrie spatiale.

ScyLight Conference 2025

June 2025 – Ireland

The conference is the annual meeting of European and Canadian industries, as well as for subject matter experts showcasing the latest developments in the domain of optical and quantum communication technologies under the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Optical & Quantum Communications – ScyLight strategic programme line and beyond. The event will allow stakeholders in the optical and quantum communication technologies to engage and discuss in a dedicated forum.

The workshop focuses on the impact of atmospheric turbulence on advanced optical systems and explores mitigation strategies across various fields. Originally driven by astronomy, these challenges now extend to near-ground imaging, satellite observation, optical free-space communications, and laser focusing. The event provides an overview of current research, addressing issues like strong turbulence, scintillation, high apparent wind speeds from target tracking, and anisoplanatism effects related to field of view or point-ahead angle.START7 April 2025 at 09:00END9 April 2025 at 18:00

OFC 2025: Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition

The Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibition (OFC) is the premier conference and exhibition for optical communications and networking professionals.

Moscone Center

Weather Resilient Communications of the Future

This panel explores the challenges and solutions related to weather resilience in communications technologies, focusing on satellite-to-ground links. Radiofrequency (RF) communications, known for their robustness against atmospheric conditions, are compared with free-space optical communications, which are more susceptible to weather disruptions. The dialogue evaluates the bandwidth limitations of RF and the high data rate capabilities of free space optical (FSO) communications, despite their vulnerability to atmospheric disturbances.

The panel will focus on the art of the possible in point-to-point communication links. However, we will explore as well what can be achieved through hybrid strategies and by focusing on availability on a network level, e.g. utilizing geographic diversity by locating FSO ground stations where the weather conditions are most favorable in combination with terrestrial technologies. Finally, we will discuss the potential of using wavelengths (e.g. long-wavelength infrared or mid-wavelength infrared) less sensitive to atmospheric effects to enhance the reliability of FSO communications. Does this provide sufficient benefits compared to 1550 nm wavelengths, which allows for the re-use of mature and cost-effective technologies from the telecom industry ecosystem?

Organizers

Kevin Shortt (Lead), Airbus, Germany

Katherine Newell, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab, United States

Dirk van den Borne, Juniper Networks Inc., Germany

Speakers

Andres Catelo, Airbus Defence & Space GmbH, Germany

Jean-Edouard Communal, Miratlas, France

Joerg-Peter Elbers, Adtran, Germany

Baris Erkmen, Aalyria Technologies Inc., United States

Olivier Liandrat, Reuniwatt, France

Luca Possidente, Nokia Corp., Italy

Le moteur de l’entreprise : Inspirer l’objectif

Conférence : du 10 au 13 mars 2025
Exposition : du 11 au 13 mars 2025

Driving Business : Inspiring Purpose

Conference: March 10-13, 2025
Exhibition: March 11-13, 2025

PERSPECTIVES SPATIALES

Dynamiques, menaces et opportunités du modèle spatial européen

Le rendez-vous annuel incontournable

Perspectives Spatiales rassemble chaque année plus de 200 décideurs publics et privés de l’ensemble de la chaine de valeur du secteur spatial français et européen pour une journée incontournable de rencontres, d’échanges, et de rendez-vous d’affaires.Depuis plus de dix ans les grands décideurs économiques et politiques, dirigeants des agences spatiales, groupes industriels ou opérateurs de satellites se réunissent à Perspectives Spatiales pour faire le point sur la situation actuelle et les perspectives du secteur spatial.

📅 Quand ? 12 février 2024
📍 Où ? Salons Hoche, Paris

Mini planning de la journée :

• 08h00 : Accueil café
• 09h00 : Début des conférences
• 11h05 : Notre table ronde
• 12h45 : Déjeuner et networking
• 16h30 : Fin de la journée

SPIE Photonics West est le plus grand événement mondial consacré aux technologies photoniques. Partagez vos recherches en optique biomédicale, biophotonique, lasers industriels, optoélectronique, microfabrication, MOEMS-MEMS, écrans, technologies quantiques – y compris quantique 2.0 – et autres sujets similaires avec un public ciblé et engagé.

Conférences et cours : 25-30 janvier 2025
BiOS Expo : 25-26 janvier 2025
Quantum West Expo : 28-29 janvier 2025
Exposition Photonics West : 28-30 janvier 2025

SPIE Photonics West is the world’s largest photonics technologies event. Share your research in biomedical optics, biophotonics, industrial lasers, optoelectronics, microfabrication, MOEMS-MEMS, displays, quantum technologies—including quantum 2.0—and other similar topics with a focused, engaged audience.

Conferences and courses: 25–30 January 2025
BiOS Expo: 25–26 January 2025
Quantum West Expo: 28–29 January 2025
Photonics West Exhibition: 28–30 January 2025

Join us at PTC’25 to connect with global telecom leaders, gain cutting-edge industry insights, and enhance your professional network. Experience unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii. Don’t miss out on the event that shapes the future of digital connectivity!

Orange OpenTech

Le rendez-vous incontournable du groupe Orange pour explorer les dernières innovations technologiques et dialoguer avec nos experts et chercheurs. Orange accueille au sein de son éco-campus de l’innovation, les acteurs clés de l’écosystème Tech et Telco, réunis autour d’une vision commune : innover ensemble pour façonner l’avenir. Avec plus de 45 démonstrations, des keynotes et des tables rondes inspirantes, Orange OpenTech promet une immersion totale dans l’avenir des réseaux à l’ère de l’intelligence artificielle (IA).

the winners of our challenge « enabling non terrestrial and hybrid networks

« the winners of our challenge « enabling non terrestrial and hybrid networks » — Fab France

“Des événements comme Space Tech Expo Europe sont essentiels pour l’industrie, car ils nous permettent d’entrer en contact avec des milliers de professionnels de l’espace. Nous reviendrons sans aucun doute l’année prochaine”
Jean-Benoit Jalliot, responsable des opérations, Thales DMS

Découvrez l’élite de Space Tech Expo Europe 2024 ! Avec plus de 700 exposants, allant des startups aux leaders de l’industrie, explorez les produits et technologies de pointe qui conduisent l’avenir de l’exploration spatiale à travers cinq halls d’exposition.

“Events like Space Tech Expo Europe are crucial for the industry because we can engage with thousands of space professionals. We’ll definitely be returning next year.”
Jean-Benoit Jalliot, Responsable Operations, Thales DMS

Discover the elite lineup at Space Tech Expo Europe 2024! With 700+ exhibitors, spanning from startups to industry leaders, explore cutting-edge products and technologies driving the future of space exploration across five exhibition halls.

ICSO 2024 | Conférence internationale sur l’optique spatiale

21-25 octobre 2024 | Antibes Juan-les-Pins, France

ICSO 2024 est la 15e édition de la plus grande réunion mondiale d’experts travaillant dans toutes les disciplines des technologies optiques, optoélectroniques et photoniques pour les applications spatiales.

ICSO 2024 | International Conference on Space Optics

21-25 October 2024 | Antibes Juan-les-Pins, France

ICSO 2024 is the 15th edition of the largest meeting worldwide of experts working in all disciplines of Optical, Optoelectronic and Photonic Technologies for Space Applications.

Réunir les leaders de l’industrie mondiale

La World Space Business Week – le principal événement mondial consacré à l’espace – rassemble 1 600 décideurs sous un même toit pour une semaine de négociations et de discussions intenses qui façonnent l’avenir du secteur.

Bringing Together the World’s Industry Leaders

The World Space Business Week – the leading global business space event – brings together 1,600 decision makers under the same roof for a week of deal-making and intense discussions shaping the future of the industry.

From September 9th to 10th, the Instituto de Telecomunicações in Lisbon, located at the Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), will host the second workshop of the PTQCI Portuguese Quantum Communication Infrastructure project. The event, titled “Free-space Quantum Communications Workshop,” will focus on the latest advancements and research in quantum communication.More specifically, the workshop will focus on the topic of free-space quantum communication, an important topic for airborne and space-based quantum communication. Today, space-based quantum communication plays an important role in the development of a future global quantum communication network. In this context, new theoretical protocols and experimental methods must be developed.» Topics of Interest include:

• Quantum Communication;
• Quantum Cryptography;
• Free-space quantum communication;
• Space-based quantum communication.

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Mardi 25 Juin à 14h15 : Table ronde – Perspective sur la 6G et la promesse des Non Terrestrial Networks (NTN)

• Samy Nicolas BOUCHALAT, Responsable des solutions de réseaux spatiaux, Orange
• Jean-Edouard COMMUNAL, Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, Miratlas
• Charles DELFIEUX, Président, Constellation Global
• Julie DUCLERCQ, Chief Executive Officier, Ternwaves
• Guillaume SCOTTEZ, Director Innovation and Corporate Venturing, Eutelsat

Programme 2024 – Assises du NewSpace (lesassisesdunewspace.org)

Observations play a pivotal role in understanding and mitigating the climate impact of contrails. Contrail observations come from many sources (ground cameras, satellite imagery, in-situ measurements, and more) with active research in each area.

We’re presenting our all new compact all-sky thermal imager