The European Space Agency has announced a collaboration with Euronext to support the growth of European space companies by improving access to finance, increasing investor visibility and strengthening the capabilities needed to scale.
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Netherlands Space Agency webinar series on financing opportunities for the space sector
Join the serios of info sessions (in Dutch) organised by the Netherland Space Agency covering various financing opportunities for the space sector. The six webinars offer details of the financing options available via various schemes. Registration is open now.
Gravity Gardens raises 2.6 million euros for a dry, chemical‑free seed activation technology
Gravity Gardens has raised 2.6 million euros in funding in a round supported by VP Capital, Brightlands Venture Partners and Graduate Ventures alongside a group of private investors, and follows earlier backing from StartLife and a Rabobank Innovation Loan. The ESA BIC incubatee develops a novel seed activation technology.
Accelerate your water technology towards real-world application (deadline: 31 Oct)
A thematic technology transfer challenge is open from Netherlands Enabling Water Technology. Dutch startups and spin-offs not yet having significant commercial revenue can enter by 31 October. SBIC community partner Deltares is a lead partner in the consortium.
EUSPA reports on Copernicus Sentinel-3 data used to monitor Europe’s summer heatwaves
The summer of 2026 has brought renewed heatwaves and temperatures above 40 °C in southern Europe. As reported by EUSPA, Copernicus Sentinel-3 data show how space-based observations support decisions on extreme heat and climate resilience.
Airbus, SES and Municipality of Noordwijk to build satellite optical ground station for Eagle-1
Airbus Netherlands will build an optical ground station for Eagle-1 near to SBIC Noordwijk on NL Space Campus. The project is a European collaboration between satellite operator SES, ESA and the European Commission. An unveiling ceremony took place at the location on 14 July.





