aXenic Showcases Cutting-Edge Photonics at Space-Comm Expo Europe alongside Space North East England

LONDON, UK – This week, the London ExCeL was transformed into a global hub for the space industry as Space-Comm Expo Europe 2026 opened its doors. Among the vanguard of innovators representing the UK’s growing space capabilities was aXenic, the Durham-based leader in high-speed optical communications, attending alongside Space North East England.

The event, which is the UK’s largest space industry exhibition, brought together over 5,000 delegates and 250 exhibitors from across the globe. For aXenic, the expo served as a critical platform to showcase their world-class optical modulators—technologies that are becoming the “gold standard” for the next generation of satellite constellations.

Strengthening Regional Bonds

Attending as part of the Space North East England delegation, aXenic highlighted the strength of the regional cluster. Based at the North East Technology Park (NETPark), aXenic is a prime example of the high-growth, high-tech companies emerging from the North East.

“Collaborating with Space North East England at events like Space-Comm is vital,” said aXenic CEO Stephen Clements. “It’s about more than just showing off our hardware; it’s about demonstrating the collective expertise of our region. From academic research at local Universities to the commercial manufacturing at NETPark, we are proving that the North East is a global powerhouse for space-grade photonics.”

Powering the Future of Satellite Communications

As the demand for bandwidth in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) continues to skyrocket, traditional radio-frequency (RF) systems are reaching their limits. aXenic’s technology offers a solution by enabling optical inter-satellite links (OISLs)—essentially “fibre optics in space.”

At the expo, aXenic engaged with international space agencies and global aerospace primes, discussing how their modulators can reduce the size and weight of satellite payloads while significantly increasing data transmission speeds. This efficiency is crucial for the “Innovation to Delivery” pillar of the 2026 expo, which focuses on accelerating the commercial deployment of space technology

As the doors close on another successful Space-Comm Expo, the message from the London ExCeL is clear: the future of European space is being built on partnerships, and with the support of Space North East England, aXenic is leading the charge from the ground up.