Midtown, Inc. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Takahiro Nakamura) participated in the 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026), held in Antalya, Türkiye, from October 5 to 9, 2026. On October 6, CEO Takahiro Nakamura spoke as Acting Chair of the Lunar Industry Vision Council (LIVC).
The presentation was titled "Evolution of Japan's Lunar Industry Vision: From Planet 6.0 to Commercial Ecosystem Development." Nakamura introduced LIVC's progress since it published "Lunar Industry Vision: Toward the Planet 6.0 Era" in 2021, an overview of "Lunar Industry Vision 2024" released in 2024, and LIVC's activities toward international collaboration.
During the congress, Midtown also held meetings with space agencies and companies from various countries, deepening discussions on the potential for global collaboration.
[Event Overview]
Name: 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026)
Dates: Monday, October 5 – Friday, October 9, 2026
Venue: Antalya, Türkiye
[Related Links]
Official website: https://www.iafastro.org/events/iac/international-astronautical-congress-2026/
Lunar Industry Vision Council (LIVC): https://www.livc.jp/
Midtown Inc. aims to "solve global challenges and create the space industry," primarily providing consulting in the fields of space development and climate change. For inquiries regarding business development in the deep tech sector, new entry into the space business from other industries, or startup support through the "Midtown Frontier Fund Limited Liability Partnership," please contact us through our website.