RSM students on the week-long 2026 ESA–CEMS block seminar – with its theme “Turning Technology into Business” – were at SBIC this summer working on challenges set by ESA BIC Noordwijk incubatees and other startups. The final pitches were at the Port of Rotterdam.
Our ESA BIC offers entrepreneurs the chance to develop business idea covering all space assets. This post focuses on technology transfer innovations developed in the Dutch incubator by Gravity Gardens, HallTech, Wren and ZemQuest. Got a business idea? Apply now.
The first SBIC Demo Day – held on 9 Dec 2025 – was a showcase of the entrepreneurial ecosystem at the heart of the space business community. Across the pitches, demos and partner displays, the achievements shone through. View the full report and gallery of photos.
Leveraging technologies developed for space missions, Wren Aerospace is developing unmanned aircraft offering non-terrestrial network connectivity and sensing capabilities. Discover all about the startup from CEO Julius Jördens. Read more!