What is UTES?
Unmanned Technologies for Earth and Space (UTES) is a symposium dedicated to strengthening the ecosystem surrounding autonomous and unmanned systems across Sweden and the European Union.
The event brings together industry leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, students and the wider public to exchange ideas, showcase innovations and foster collaboration.
From autonomous aerial systems and intelligent traffic management to advanced space applications and AI-enabled operations, UTES highlights how unmanned technologies are transforming life both on Earth and beyond.
Our Mission
Connect
Create meaningful connections between industry, academia, government agencies, SMEs and citizens.
Innovate
Showcase emerging technologies, research breakthroughs and operational solutions that enable new capabilities.
Inspire
Encourage future generations to engage with engineering, science, entrepreneurship and exploration.
Focus Areas
Uncrewed Aviation
Drones, autonomous aircraft, advanced air mobility and future aviation systems.
Space Technologies
Satellite services, Earth observation, exploration and emerging commercial space applications.
Intelligent Traffic Systems
U-space, UTM, digital infrastructure and integrated mobility ecosystems.
AI & Autonomy
Decision support, autonomy, machine learning and resilient operations.
UTES 2026 is free of charge for attendees. By removing financial barriers, we aim to encourage participation from small and medium-sized enterprises, startups, researchers and innovators.
The symposium provides a unique opportunity for emerging companies to showcase their products, services and ideas while networking with established industry leaders, government agencies, investors and academic institutions.
By bringing together organizations of all sizes, UTES helps strengthen the Swedish and European unmanned technology ecosystem through collaboration, visibility and knowledge exchange.
Shaping the Future Together
UTES is more than a conference. It is a platform for collaboration, innovation and public engagement, helping Sweden and Europe strengthen their position in the rapidly evolving world of unmanned technologies.