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18 February 2026

NLR sponsors Amsterdam Space Symposium 2026

The Amsterdam Space Symposium 2026 will take place on 3-4 March at the Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam, marking the first international space conference to be held in The Netherlands. This event closely aligns with NLR’s ambitions of contributing to a resilient and sustainable space infrastructure through knowledge and technology.

10 February 2026

NLR People: Rik Bosma, achieving space ambitions through united efforts

In the series ‘NLR People’, we show you who the experts at the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre are, what drives them, and what they are working on behind the scenes. In this episode: Rik Bosma, R&D Engineer and programme leader for NLR’s knowledge programme Space for Defence and Society.

Defence and Security

28 January 2026

Innovation and Safety: the Future of Non-Kinetic Operations

Defence and safety are undergoing a period of fundamental change. The rise of new technologies is changing the nature of conflict, with a growing focus on non-kinetic activities such as cyber attacks, influence through social media, and the disruption and manipulation of electromagnetic signals. These developments pose new challenges for defence organisations, making it essential to find innovative solutions to ensure safety. NLR supports Defence with knowledge and expertise to remain effective in non-kinetic operations.