6G-NTN

Open Lecture 11 — Non-Terrestrial Networks for 6G: Toward Seamless Network Convergence
2026-01-22 14:00 - 18:00 UTC
The one6G Open Lectures are coming back! After a short break, the one6G Association is delighted to announce that Open Lecture 11 will take place on January 22, 2026, at 14h00 CET, focusing on one of the most transformative areas of 6G research: Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs) and their role in achieving seamless network convergence.

Non-terrestrial networks (NTNs) refer to radio access networks where the access nodes are carried on platforms hovering high above the terrestrial surface – in the air or in space – including high-altitude platforms (HAPs), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and satellites. While 5G New Radio (NR) was originally designed as a terrestrial network (TN), it has since been extended to support NTN components, expanding coverage for its main services and enabling communication through any network node via the same end device.

The vision for 6G goes far beyond this extension. It envisages a full integration of NTN and TN at the network infrastructure level, leading to true network convergence. In this future, all radio services could be delivered seamlessly through any node (terrestrial or non-terrestrial) and completely transparent to the user. This paradigm promises to finally realize the longstanding goal of ubiquitous, resilient, and borderless connectivity, ensuring service continuity anytime and everywhere – a promise of mobile radio given ever since its previous generations.

Moderated by Dr. Malte Schellmann, Principal Research Engineer at Huawei Technologies German Research Center, one6G Open Lecture 11 will explore the technological, architectural, and regulatory aspects of NTN/TN convergence, its challenges, and its potential to close global coverage gaps. The event will feature four distinguished speakers who will share insights into the latest research directions, use cases, and standardization activities paving the way toward fully integrated 6G networks. Among the speakers will be two 6G-NTN project partners, Alessandro Vanelli-Coralli (UNIBO) and Miguel Ángel Vázquez (CTTC).

Join the lecture on January 22, 2026, at 2 p.m. CET to discover how 6G is extending connectivity beyond the Earth’s surface!

Participation is free, but registration is mandatory. Please click the button below to secure your spot.

Software & Standards for Smart Networks & Services 2026
2026-02-02 08:00 - 2026-02-05 17:00
Conference – Demos – Tutorials – Hackathon

With a multidisciplinary approach, the SNS4SNS event brings together open source communities, industry standardisation, and cutting edge research initiatives to discuss best practices and opportunities for global collaboration in defining tomorrow’s networks and services.

Through a series of engaging talks, panel discussions, interactive workshops and live demonstrations, participants will explore a wide range of collaborative frameworks and opportunities for driving innovation, fostering interoperability, and contributing to the long-term viability, security, resiliency, and sustainability of communication networks.

SNS4SNS 2026: Building an Open Software Ecosystem for Future Connectivity and Services

Key themes to be explored include:

The role of software and open source in accelerating the development and deployment of standardised communication technologies, fostering agility and adaptability.

The importance of standardisation efforts in establishing interoperable frameworks and ensuring global connectivity.

The impact of research advancements in pushing the boundaries of technological innovation, driving forward-thinking solutions for future challenges.

Strategies for fostering cross-pollination among industry, academia, and open source communities to facilitate knowledge exchange and global collaboration.

Concrete examples of collaboration, achievements, best practices, and challenges from ongoing initiatives.

Live Demos, Tutorials and Hackathon sessions will provide an interactive opportunity for attendees to learn and engage with open source groups and research activities experimenting with emerging technologies and the practical applications of the principles discussed during the conference.

MWC26 Barcelona
2026-03-02 08:00 - 2026-03-05 17:00
Much can happen in a year within our ecosystem of innovation and connectivity. As we build on the success of MWC25 and engage with MWC26 to activate a new theme – The IQ Era – the world is already shifting to greater heights of digital awareness.

In this new age of intelligence, the way to a better future is through smarter connection: human ideas leading technology, commercial impact and societal progress. MWC is where leaders of nations, business and technology assemble, and collective knowledge collaborates – make your insight count in The IQ Era.

IEEE International Conference on Communications
2026-05-24 00:00 - 2026-05-28 23:59
Welcome Message from ICC 2026 Executive Chairs

We, Professor Muhammad Zeeshan Shakir and Professor Muhammad Ali Imran, along with the ICC 2026 team, are delighted to welcome you to the upcoming IEEE International Conference on Communications (ICC) 2026, taking place in the vibrant city of Glasgow, Scotland, from 24th to 28th May 2026.

Glasgow—an IEEE City—is renowned not only for its rich history and cultural heritage but also as a hub of scientific innovation, technological advancement, and academic excellence. Home to four distinguished universities—the University of Glasgow, the University of the West of Scotland, the University of Strathclyde, and Glasgow Caledonian University—this dynamic city seamlessly blends intellectual brilliance with warm Scottish hospitality.

IEEE ICC 2026 will be held at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and the Crowne Plaza Hotel, two of Glasgow’s premier venues. Themed “Connected World for a Sustainable Future,” this flagship conference of the IEEE Communications Society will present a comprehensive and high-quality technical program, featuring 12 symposia, cutting-edge tutorials, and diverse workshops spanning the full spectrum of communications research and innovation.

We are equally excited to deliver a strong industry program, led by global experts from academia, industry, and government. The program will include keynotes, high-level panels, industry forums, and technology exhibitions, providing an excellent platform for collaboration, exchange, and inspiration.

With the support of our volunteers and sponsors, we are committed to making ICC 2026 not just another conference, but a memorable experience for all attendees.

We encourage you to submit your papers, proposals, and contributions and to stay updated via our conference website, launching in the coming days. Please follow the site for upcoming deadlines and submission guidelines.

We very much look forward to welcoming you to Glasgow to learn, share, network, and shape the future of global communications in a world striving for sustainability.

Thank you and see you in Glasgow!

Best regards,Professor Muhammad Zeeshan ShakirProfessor Muhammad Ali ImranIEEE ICC 2026 Executive Chairs

2026 EuCNC & 6G Summit
2026-06-02 00:00 - 2026-06-05 23:59
The 2026 EuCNC & 6G Summit builds on putting together two successful conferences in the area of telecommunications: EuCNC (European Conference on Networks and Communications), supported by the European Commission, and the 6G Summit, originated from the 6G Flagship programme in Finland, one of the very first in its area. The conference is sponsored by the IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc), the European Association for Signal Processing (EURASIP) and the European Association on Antennas and Propagation (EurAAP), and focuses on all aspects of telecommunications ranging from 5G deployment and mobile IoT to 6G exploration and future communications systems and networks, including experimentation and testbeds, and applications and services. It brings together cutting-edge research and world-renown industries and businesses, globally attracting in the last years more than 1000 delegates from more than 40 countries all over the world, to present and discuss the latest results, and an exhibition with more than 50 exhibitors, for demonstrating the technology developed in the area, namely within research projects from EU R&I programmes.

The conference has a not-for-profit organisation, hence, registration fees are as low as possible and all surplus will be made available in grants. Best Papers and Booth Awards will be granted. Accepted and presented papers for regular sessions will be published in the Conference Proceedings and submitted to IEEE Xplore and other Abstracting and Indexing (A&I) databases.

IEEE International Symposium on Personal, Indoor and Mobile Radio Communications 2026
2026-09-01 00:00 - 2026-09-04 23:59
IEEE International Symposium on Personal, Indoor and Mobile Radio Communications (PIMRC) brings together leading researchers and professionals in the cellular, PCS, wireless LAN, and mobile data industries to discuss key topics such as AI and machine learning in communications, channel modeling, cooperative communications, integrated sensing, millimeter wave and terahertz communications, multi-user communications, optical wireless communications, physical layer security, and quantum communications.

one6G Summit 2026: Connected Intelligence for 6G
2026-09-10 00:00 - 2026-09-11 23:59
The one6G Summit returns for its sixth edition, continuing its legacy as a premier platform for global expert discussions on the future of connectivity. This year, the one6G Summit will be held at Kings College London together with the 2026 IEEE International Conference on Standards for Communications and Networking (CSCN) as part of the London 6G Week.

The 2026 edition of the one6G Summit will focus on the 6G native Artificial Intelligence (AI). As the industry moves toward the realization of IMT-2030, the event will bring together international industry leaders and technical experts to discuss the pivotal role of AI in transforming next-generation mobile communication networks.

Space Tech Expo Europe
2026-11-17 00:00 - 2026-11-19 23:59
Welcome to Space Tech Expo Europe, the premier gathering for space engineering and technology. Get ready to ignite your network, engage with top industry players, and discover the latest advancements in one convenient location. Join us for an unparalleled opportunity to elevate your expertise and forge meaningful connections in the ever-evolving world of space technology.

From launch services, satellite operations, communications and ground systems, to materials suppliers, subsystems, engineering services, components, software suppliers and more, this is where the European space community converges to source solutions, build partnerships, and drive progress.

Don’t miss the chance to attend Europe’s largest B2B space event. Register your interest to be notified when visitor registration opens and ensure your place at the forefront of space innovation.
