Sponsors & Co-hosts
Co-host
ESA ScyLight
The Optical and Quantum Communications – ScyLight is an ESA strategic programme line dedicated to optical communications, photonics and quantum communication. Forming part of the Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES), the programme that supports technology developments in satellite communications, seeking to keep European and Canadian industry at the leading edge of the global market. The ScyLight programme aims to address the development, demonstration and utilisation of innovative optical and quantum technologies for satellite communication. By supporting industry to develop and extend its manufacturing capabilities, it helps prepare stakeholders to seize related market opportunities.
Spanish Space Agency (AEE)
The Spanish Space Agency (AEE) is proud to co-organise the ScyLight Conference, a pivotal event for industry leaders and experts in optical and quantum communication technologies. As the national agency, our mandate is to lead and coordinate Spanish space policy, driving excellence in research, technological and industrial development, and innovation. ScyLight provides a critical platform for achieving one of our core goals: to establish Spain as a European and international leader in the sector, and actively boost the national space industrial fabric.
Our involvement as co-hosts in the ScyLight Conference confirms the priority we place on developing the full value chain of the space sector, from upstream design and manufacturing to downstream services and applications. The AEE ensures the coherent coordination of national efforts with the European Space Agency (ESA), guaranteeing that Spanish stakeholder interests are strongly represented. This event enables us to reinforce public-private partnerships and stimulate investment in disruptive technologies such as optical and quantum communications, firmly positioning Spain as a strategic and dynamic hub for the future of satellite telecommunications.
Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias (IAC)
The Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias (IAC) is a world-leading research centre dedicated to the study of the universe, based in the Canary Islands, Spain. Established in 1975, the IAC operates two of the most important astronomical observatories in the Northern Hemisphere: the Observatorio del Teide on Tenerife and the Observatorio del Roque de los Muchachos on La Palma.
The institute conducts cutting-edge research in astrophysics, cosmology, solar physics, and instrumentation, playing a key role in major international collaborations. Its strategic geographic location—characterized by exceptionally clear skies and minimal light pollution—makes it an ideal site for advanced optical and infrared observations.
For a conference on optical communications, the IAC is particularly relevant due to its expertise in high-precision optical systems, atmospheric propagation studies, and adaptive optics technologies. These areas are critical for improving free-space optical communication, laser transmission, and signal integrity through turbulent media.
The IAC also maintains strong partnerships with global research institutions and industry, fostering innovation at the intersection of astronomy and optical engineering. Its infrastructure, technical know-how, and interdisciplinary approach position it as a valuable contributor to advancements in optical communication technologies.
The Optical and Quantum Communications – ScyLight is an ESA strategic programme line dedicated to optical communications, photonics and quantum communication. Forming part of the Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES), the programme that supports technology developments in satellite communications, seeking to keep European and Canadian industry at the leading edge of the global market. The ScyLight programme aims to address the development, demonstration and utilisation of innovative optical and quantum technologies for satellite communication. By supporting industry to develop and extend its manufacturing capabilities, it helps prepare stakeholders to seize related market opportunities.
Spanish Space Agency (AEE)
The Spanish Space Agency (AEE) is proud to co-organise the ScyLight Conference, a pivotal event for industry leaders and experts in optical and quantum communication technologies. As the national agency, our mandate is to lead and coordinate Spanish space policy, driving excellence in research, technological and industrial development, and innovation. ScyLight provides a critical platform for achieving one of our core goals: to establish Spain as a European and international leader in the sector, and actively boost the national space industrial fabric.
Our involvement as co-hosts in the ScyLight Conference confirms the priority we place on developing the full value chain of the space sector, from upstream design and manufacturing to downstream services and applications. The AEE ensures the coherent coordination of national efforts with the European Space Agency (ESA), guaranteeing that Spanish stakeholder interests are strongly represented. This event enables us to reinforce public-private partnerships and stimulate investment in disruptive technologies such as optical and quantum communications, firmly positioning Spain as a strategic and dynamic hub for the future of satellite telecommunications.
Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias (IAC)
The Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias (IAC) is a world-leading research centre dedicated to the study of the universe, based in the Canary Islands, Spain. Established in 1975, the IAC operates two of the most important astronomical observatories in the Northern Hemisphere: the Observatorio del Teide on Tenerife and the Observatorio del Roque de los Muchachos on La Palma.
The institute conducts cutting-edge research in astrophysics, cosmology, solar physics, and instrumentation, playing a key role in major international collaborations. Its strategic geographic location—characterized by exceptionally clear skies and minimal light pollution—makes it an ideal site for advanced optical and infrared observations.
For a conference on optical communications, the IAC is particularly relevant due to its expertise in high-precision optical systems, atmospheric propagation studies, and adaptive optics technologies. These areas are critical for improving free-space optical communication, laser transmission, and signal integrity through turbulent media.
The IAC also maintains strong partnerships with global research institutions and industry, fostering innovation at the intersection of astronomy and optical engineering. Its infrastructure, technical know-how, and interdisciplinary approach position it as a valuable contributor to advancements in optical communication technologies.
Sponsors
Quside is a deep-tech company redefining the foundation of digital trust. By harnessing the intrinsic unpredictability of quantum physics, Quside develops quantum random number generation (QRNG) technologies that deliver true, measurable entropy, the essential building block of secure cryptographic systems. At the core of Quside’s innovation is a commitment to verifiability. Its hardware-based solutions generate randomness directly at the source and enable continuous, real-time monitoring of entropy quality, giving organizations unprecedented visibility and control over the integrity of their security infrastructure. This approach moves beyond assumptions of trust toward a model grounded in observable, provable performance. Designed for integration into critical environments, from data centers and financial systems to telecommunications, security, and space, Quside’s technologies provide scalable, low-latency access to high-quality entropy without compromising sovereignty or performance. In an era where security can no longer rely on abstraction, Quside positions entropy as a strategic asset: local, verifiable, and foundational to the systems that modern society depends on.
Quside is a deep-tech company redefining the foundation of digital trust. By harnessing the intrinsic unpredictability of quantum physics, Quside develops quantum random number generation (QRNG) technologies that deliver true, measurable entropy, the essential building block of secure cryptographic systems. At the core of Quside’s innovation is a commitment to verifiability. Its hardware-based solutions generate randomness directly at the source and enable continuous, real-time monitoring of entropy quality, giving organizations unprecedented visibility and control over the integrity of their security infrastructure. This approach moves beyond assumptions of trust toward a model grounded in observable, provable performance. Designed for integration into critical environments, from data centers and financial systems to telecommunications, security, and space, Quside’s technologies provide scalable, low-latency access to high-quality entropy without compromising sovereignty or performance. In an era where security can no longer rely on abstraction, Quside positions entropy as a strategic asset: local, verifiable, and foundational to the systems that modern society depends on.
Woodrow Scientific Limited (WSL) are experts in high-power Erbium-doped fibre lasers, amplifiers and systems. Our unique range of Beacon and Uplink laser-amplifiers are fully compatible with SDA and CCSDS standards, delivering high average powers with unique, distortion-free modulation-on-demand capabilities for combined data and tracking-tone modulation. WSL's technology platform allows simplified Optical Ground Station integration to enable future-proof compatibility with evolving free-space optical communications standards.
Woodrow Scientific Limited (WSL) are experts in high-power Erbium-doped fibre lasers, amplifiers and systems. Our unique range of Beacon and Uplink laser-amplifiers are fully compatible with SDA and CCSDS standards, delivering high average powers with unique, distortion-free modulation-on-demand capabilities for combined data and tracking-tone modulation. WSL's technology platform allows simplified Optical Ground Station integration to enable future-proof compatibility with evolving free-space optical communications standards.
Sener Founded in 1956, Sener is a private Spanish engineering and technology group with a strong industrial vocation and more than 4,500 professionals across five continents. Driven by the purpose of transforming the world by pushing the boundaries of technology, Sener designs and manufactures its own high‑performance, high‑value‑added systems that help major industry players remain at the forefront of technological innovation.
In the defence sector, Sener is a leading player in actuation and control systems for missiles; guidance, navigation and control (GNC); communications (data links, Satcom, active antennas); and UxVs, including target drones.
In the fields of space and science, Sener’s capabilities cover the full spectrum of products and technologies for satellites and launchers across institutional, telecommunications and scientific programmes. Sener takes part in some of the most significant ESA and NASA programmes, as well as projects of the European Southern Observatory (ESO), among others.
Further information about our solutions and projects is available on our website, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Sener Founded in 1956, Sener is a private Spanish engineering and technology group with a strong industrial vocation and more than 4,500 professionals across five continents. Driven by the purpose of transforming the world by pushing the boundaries of technology, Sener designs and manufactures its own high‑performance, high‑value‑added systems that help major industry players remain at the forefront of technological innovation.
In the defence sector, Sener is a leading player in actuation and control systems for missiles; guidance, navigation and control (GNC); communications (data links, Satcom, active antennas); and UxVs, including target drones.
In the fields of space and science, Sener’s capabilities cover the full spectrum of products and technologies for satellites and launchers across institutional, telecommunications and scientific programmes. Sener takes part in some of the most significant ESA and NASA programmes, as well as projects of the European Southern Observatory (ESO), among others.
Further information about our solutions and projects is available on our website, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Viasat is a leading global technology company, with a DNA built on pioneering innovation and a belief that everyone and everything in the world can be connected.
We don’t just provide satellite communications; we solve complex connectivity challenges, combining advanced technologies, digital platforms, and deep customer expertise, to power smarter, safer and more efficient operations, while building a more sustainable future in space.
With 90 offices worldwide and a global satellite constellation, we bring high-quality, resilient, and secure connectivity to the places and missions that need it most.
Viasat is a leading global technology company, with a DNA built on pioneering innovation and a belief that everyone and everything in the world can be connected.
We don’t just provide satellite communications; we solve complex connectivity challenges, combining advanced technologies, digital platforms, and deep customer expertise, to power smarter, safer and more efficient operations, while building a more sustainable future in space.
With 90 offices worldwide and a global satellite constellation, we bring high-quality, resilient, and secure connectivity to the places and missions that need it most.
Shaping the future of space operations. DLR GfR provides reliable, safe and secure space services and operates Europe’s largest satellite constellation with 32 Galileo satellites, on behalf of the European Commission from the Galileo Control Center (GCC-D) in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany.
With 24/7 operations and 99.99% service availability, DLR GfR delivers end-to-end space operations services – from mission planning and flight dynamics to launch, early orbit, in-orbit testing, routine operations and maintenance for the worldwide distributed ground segment.
In addition to Galileo operations, DLR GfR drives innovation through key projects such as JASPR and OPTIMUS, advancing automation, resilience and efficiency in future space operations.
With a European team of more than 342 experts, DLR GfR stands for operational excellence and innovation in space.
Together with DLR, we will host SpaceOps 2027 in Germany, bringing the global space operations community together.
Shaping the future of space operations. DLR GfR provides reliable, safe and secure space services and operates Europe’s largest satellite constellation with 32 Galileo satellites, on behalf of the European Commission from the Galileo Control Center (GCC-D) in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany.
With 24/7 operations and 99.99% service availability, DLR GfR delivers end-to-end space operations services – from mission planning and flight dynamics to launch, early orbit, in-orbit testing, routine operations and maintenance for the worldwide distributed ground segment.
In addition to Galileo operations, DLR GfR drives innovation through key projects such as JASPR and OPTIMUS, advancing automation, resilience and efficiency in future space operations.
With a European team of more than 342 experts, DLR GfR stands for operational excellence and innovation in space.
Together with DLR, we will host SpaceOps 2027 in Germany, bringing the global space operations community together.
MACOM designs and manufactures high-performance semiconductor products for the Industrial and Defense, Data Center and Telecommunications industries. MACOM services over 6,000 customers annually with a broad product portfolio that incorporates RF, Microwave, Analog and Mixed Signal and Optical semiconductor technologies. MACOM has achieved certification to the IATF16949 automotive standard, the AS9100D aerospace standard, the ISO9001 international quality standard and the ISO14001 environmental management standard. MACOM operates facilities across the United States, Europe, Asia and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts.
MACOM designs and manufactures high-performance semiconductor products for the Industrial and Defense, Data Center and Telecommunications industries. MACOM services over 6,000 customers annually with a broad product portfolio that incorporates RF, Microwave, Analog and Mixed Signal and Optical semiconductor technologies. MACOM has achieved certification to the IATF16949 automotive standard, the AS9100D aerospace standard, the ISO9001 international quality standard and the ISO14001 environmental management standard. MACOM operates facilities across the United States, Europe, Asia and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts.
TOPTICA Projects is the world’s leading commercial supplier of high-power sodium guide star lasers for atmospheric adaptive optics. Applications range from ground-based astronomy to space situational awareness, atmospheric research, and satellite communications. In combination with our high-power lasers and amplifiers for free-space optical communication we provide complete uplink solutions for optical ground stations.
TOPTICA Projects is the world’s leading commercial supplier of high-power sodium guide star lasers for atmospheric adaptive optics. Applications range from ground-based astronomy to space situational awareness, atmospheric research, and satellite communications. In combination with our high-power lasers and amplifiers for free-space optical communication we provide complete uplink solutions for optical ground stations.
Single Quantum has been a pioneer in single-photon detection technology since 2012, being among the first to manufacture and commercialize superconducting nanowire single photon detectors (SNSPDs). Today, our SNSPDs are deployed by more than 400 academic and industrial laboratories worldwide to perform complex optical measurements in fields such as quantum key distribution (QKD), and quantum computing, laser communication, and many more.
Single Quantum has been a pioneer in single-photon detection technology since 2012, being among the first to manufacture and commercialize superconducting nanowire single photon detectors (SNSPDs). Today, our SNSPDs are deployed by more than 400 academic and industrial laboratories worldwide to perform complex optical measurements in fields such as quantum key distribution (QKD), and quantum computing, laser communication, and many more.
Bertin Alpao, a subsidiary of the Bertin Technologies group, designs and manufactures adaptive optics components and systems for research and industrial applications. A recognized lead in the field, Bertin Alpao offers a wide range of deformable mirrors (DM), wavefront sensors (WFS), and custom systems, specially designed for demanding applications such as astronomy, free-space optical communications, space, defense, or life sciences. Thanks to its unique technology, Bertin Alpao enables the real-time correction of optical aberrations, delivering ultra-high-resolution imaging and very low optical communication losses.
Bertin Alpao, a subsidiary of the Bertin Technologies group, designs and manufactures adaptive optics components and systems for research and industrial applications. A recognized lead in the field, Bertin Alpao offers a wide range of deformable mirrors (DM), wavefront sensors (WFS), and custom systems, specially designed for demanding applications such as astronomy, free-space optical communications, space, defense, or life sciences. Thanks to its unique technology, Bertin Alpao enables the real-time correction of optical aberrations, delivering ultra-high-resolution imaging and very low optical communication losses.
CanarySat is a next-generation satellite operator committed to becoming a global leader in sovereign, resilient and high-performance satellite communications services through the deployment of a LEO constellation. The company delivers sustainable value to shareholders and partners through experience, innovation, and an unwavering customer focus.
CanarySat is a next-generation satellite operator committed to becoming a global leader in sovereign, resilient and high-performance satellite communications services through the deployment of a LEO constellation. The company delivers sustainable value to shareholders and partners through experience, innovation, and an unwavering customer focus.
Airbus is Europe's leading provider of secure communications services, offering extensive satellite communications bandwidth and world-class capabilities in network and cloud services and solutions.
A trusted and reliable partner to some 40 armed forces and governments around the world, Airbus has more than 50 years of proven experience and expertise in managing everything from satellite communications and network operations to in-field support services.
Airbus is Europe's leading provider of secure communications services, offering extensive satellite communications bandwidth and world-class capabilities in network and cloud services and solutions.
A trusted and reliable partner to some 40 armed forces and governments around the world, Airbus has more than 50 years of proven experience and expertise in managing everything from satellite communications and network operations to in-field support services.
TESAT is a leading manufacturer of satellite equipment. The product range spans the smallest space-specific components to modules, entire assemblies or payloads for telecommunication, navigation, earth observation and science missions. In Backnang, Germany, more than 1,100 employees develop, assemble and test systems and equipment for satellite communications. TESAT is the technology leader for in-orbit-verified optical communication terminals. Its optical terminals enable secure, high-speed data transfer for next generation space networks.
TESAT is a leading manufacturer of satellite equipment. The product range spans the smallest space-specific components to modules, entire assemblies or payloads for telecommunication, navigation, earth observation and science missions. In Backnang, Germany, more than 1,100 employees develop, assemble and test systems and equipment for satellite communications. TESAT is the technology leader for in-orbit-verified optical communication terminals. Its optical terminals enable secure, high-speed data transfer for next generation space networks.
Glenair manufactures a broad range of high-performance cables and components for space. From our innovative line of non-pyrotechnic HDRMs to Blind Mate and high-reliability assisted separation force connectors to Micro/Nano and miniature circular connectors. Our composite accessories and AmberStrand/ArmorLite EMI-Braid has revolutionized weight-saving efforts in a variety of launch/satellite applications.
Glenair manufactures a broad range of high-performance cables and components for space. From our innovative line of non-pyrotechnic HDRMs to Blind Mate and high-reliability assisted separation force connectors to Micro/Nano and miniature circular connectors. Our composite accessories and AmberStrand/ArmorLite EMI-Braid has revolutionized weight-saving efforts in a variety of launch/satellite applications.
TNO/Laser Delta/FSO Laser Delta focuses on strengthening Europe’s position in optical wireless (laser satellite) communications. It brings together industry, research institutions, and government in a collaborative ecosystem to accelerate innovation, reduce fragmentation, and increase collective impact. By fostering cooperation, visibility, and knowledge sharing, Laser Delta supports the development and deployment of secure and sovereign communication technologies, aiming to build a competitive European value chain and enhance strategic autonomy in advanced data communication systems.
FSO Instruments develops laser communication equipment for satellites and mobile ground stations. Laser communication offers faster and safer communication than RF connections. Building on a close connection with TNO, FSO implements new technology in commercial products, making laser communication available for real-world applications. Public and private applications requiring laser satellite communication are being developed now and require working solutions in larger numbers. This drives the need for industrialization and higher volume manufacturing of components and assemblies for laser satellite communication.
TNO/Laser Delta/FSO Laser Delta focuses on strengthening Europe’s position in optical wireless (laser satellite) communications. It brings together industry, research institutions, and government in a collaborative ecosystem to accelerate innovation, reduce fragmentation, and increase collective impact. By fostering cooperation, visibility, and knowledge sharing, Laser Delta supports the development and deployment of secure and sovereign communication technologies, aiming to build a competitive European value chain and enhance strategic autonomy in advanced data communication systems.
FSO Instruments develops laser communication equipment for satellites and mobile ground stations. Laser communication offers faster and safer communication than RF connections. Building on a close connection with TNO, FSO implements new technology in commercial products, making laser communication available for real-world applications. Public and private applications requiring laser satellite communication are being developed now and require working solutions in larger numbers. This drives the need for industrialization and higher volume manufacturing of components and assemblies for laser satellite communication.
Exhibition Space Returns This Year!
We are pleased to share that the exhibition space introduced last year will continue as part of this year’s conference. This dedicated area offers participants an opportunity to showcase hardware, present services, and engage in meaningful conversations with peers and partners.
The exhibition space will be integrated into the heart of the event, creating a natural setting for interaction throughout the day. Whether you are looking to reconnect with familiar faces or explore new collaborations, having a presence here can help spark valuable discussions and open doors to future opportunities. If you are interested in sponsoring or in joining the exhibit please contact the organisers.
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