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Earth Observation
Space4Good receives investment to scale its environmental insights services
SBIC’s technical partner Space4Good has closed a funding round with investment by Arches Capital, Empower Impact and Indigo Ventures. This will enable expansion of its satellite-data insights for rainforest protection into new areas and new projects.
NSO Report EuroGEO Workshop: Collaborating to maximise the use of satellite data for our society
Earth observation was the focus for the attendees gathered in The Hague for the 3-day EuroGEO Workshop 2025, organised by the European Commission, EuroGEO and Netherlands Space Office. Read NSO report.
ESA BIC alumnus interview: Agtuall supports smallholder farmers with ecosystem approach
In enabling global access to insurance products for smallholder farmers, ESA BIC alumnus Agtuall plays an essential role via its ecosystem approach. CEO and founder Vikram Sarbanja shares more about the startup’s journey.
NL Space Week 2025 featuring two events for tech startups at SBIC Noordwijk
NL Space Week 2025 is shining a spotlight on how space contributes to society and the economy with events across the Netherlands from 4 to 12 October, including two events at SBIC Noordwijk. Register now for the launch event of the Space Meets Manufacturing startup competition!
ESA BIC alumnus interview: Trabotyx launches first Dutch laser weeding robot for precision farming
ESA BIC Noordwijk alumnus Trabotyx has launched the first Dutch autonomous weeding robot incorporating laser tech. Read the interview with co-founder Tim Kreukniet about highlights and challenges along the path.





