Join the Region’s First Space & Innovation Event

Discover emerging technologies, connect with industry leaders, and gain insight into the future of aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing.

📅 October 28–29, 2026
University of New Hampshire | Durham, NH

Why Attend?

The Northeast Space, Technology, Trade, and Research (STTAR) Expo brings together manufacturers, researchers, government agencies, startups, investors, educators, and technology leaders from across the Northeast and beyond. Designed to inspire the next generation of space/aerospace professionals, Education and Career Day connects students with industry leaders, researchers, educators, and employers.

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Industry Day

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Explore industry-leading exhibits and technology demonstrations
  • Learn from keynote speakers and expert panel discussions
  • Discover emerging space and aerospace technologies
  • Connect with suppliers, manufacturers, and procurement leaders
  • Build partnerships with researchers and academic institutions
  • Network with investors, entrepreneurs, and industry innovators
  • Explore workforce, education, and career opportunities
  • Open to students from middle school through graduate-level programs.

Registration Options

General Admission

No cost, but registration is required.

Networking Reception
Group/School Admission

Day One Agenda (exhibitor and research halls open from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM)

  • 8:00-9:00 AM – Arrival, badge retrieval, networking 
  • 9:00 AM – Opening remarks and show welcome
  • 10:00 AM – Optional, Noted Speaker, Theater One
  • 10:00 AM – Optional, tour leaves for Morse Hall (space research laboratory of UNH), limited space requires pre-registration
  • 1:00 PM – Optional, tour leaves for Morse Hall (space research laboratory of UNH), limited space requires pre-registration
  • 1:00 PM – Optional, Noted Speaker, Theater One
  • 3:00 PM – Optional, Noted Speaker, Theater One
  • 3:00 PM – Optional, tour leaves for Morse Hall (space research laboratory of UNH), limited space requires pre-registration
  • 5:00 PM – Expo closes 
  • 5:30 PM – Networking reception (tickets must be purchased in advance) in Huddleston Hall

Day Two Agenda

  • John Olson Advanced Manufacturing Center facility tours
  • Morse Hall facility tours
  • Teach the Teacher breakout session
  • Career Pathways breakout session
  • Career & Education Fair