NSE - New Space Economy European Expoforum

The European Forum for the New Space Economy in Rome

The NSE - New Space Economy European Expoforum is the benchmark event in Italy and Europe dedicated to the so-called space economy—the economic ecosystem tied to space and its countless applications. More than just a trade fair or a conference, NSE is an integrated expoforum that combines a vast exhibition area with a high-level technical-scientific conference, serving as a meeting point for public and private decision-makers, researchers, and businesses. The event takes place at Fiera di Roma, in the Portuense district of Rome, in the Lazio region.

The Eighth Edition: "Space Reloaded"

From November 25 to 27, 2026, Fiera di Roma hosts the eighth edition, centered on the theme "Space Reloaded: Recreating the Future." The message is clear: space is no longer just a scientific or symbolic frontier, but a genuine economic, industrial, and geopolitical ecosystem. The event explores the impact of space applications on daily life—meteorology, telecommunications, environmental management, navigation—and the ethical, political, and economic implications of expanding human activity in space.

Who Attends

Every year, NSE brings together the key players in the sector:

• Space agencies and institutions, with a central role played by the Italian Space Agency (ASI);
• Major corporations and SMEs specializing in aerospace technologies;
• Emerging start-ups showcasing innovative solutions;
• Italian and European universities and research centers.

Thanks to this international profile, NSE is a member of the Space Golden League, a circuit that brings together major European space conferences alongside events in Brussels, Munich, and Paris.

A Multidisciplinary Program

The expoforum is organized around several thematic areas that make it a highly structured event:

• A scientific conference with curated panels and round tables;
• The NSE Pitch Competition, dedicated to the most innovative start-ups;
• A Central Arena for presentations and talks;
• An Educational Hub for students and professionals, and the Career Opportunity project;
• A large exhibition area with B2B spaces and networking opportunities.

Rome: The Capital of Space

With NSE, Rome confirms its vocation as a reference hub for the aerospace industry, a sector where the Lazio region concentrates a significant portion of Italian expertise. For three days, Fiera di Roma becomes the European showcase for a rapidly growing sector, attracting industry professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts from all over Italy and abroad.