LIFT OFF YOUR BUSINESS
WE SUPPORT SPACE RELATED STARTUPS
SPACE TECHNOLOGY FOR APPLICATIONS ON EARTH
The Space Business Innovation Centre (SBIC) Noordwijk supports startups which use space technologies. We offer various programmes, manage projects and host workshops and events for every stage of the entrepreneurial journey. We also provide access to an international network, tools and knowledge, and can provide business and financial support.
First-class partners
Together with our national and international partners, we help entrepreneurs to transfer technologies or data from the space domain into successful terrestrial businesses. Partners play a key role in our space business community.
10+ years experience
We have over 10 years of experience inspiring entrepreneurs and supporting startups. In that time, we have successfully incubated almost 150 companies and inspired many more people to start their own space related business.
Lively business community
We empower your entrepreneurship by making connections. Join our unique and focused space business community and start building your network! Members benefit from access to the co-working space and receive free tickets for workshops.
What we do
SBIC Noordwijk supports entrepreneurs and startups that want to launch or improve a product or service that makes use of space technology. Our primary activity is managing ESA BIC Noordwijk – the European Space Agency’s business incubation centre based in the Netherlands.
We also manage other programmes and projects, host events, organise workshops and attract community members to join us at the heart of the Dutch space network.
Space technology for Earth
Space technology is leading-edge technology with very high standards and reliability. These characteristics give it a unique selling point for applications on Earth.
However, it is a challenge to move from the initial idea phase to the development of a successful space startup company. This is why we and our key partners support the creation of your new businesses with financial, technical and business support.
Join the ESA BIC programme, apply today!
Give your space related business the edge it needs to beat the competition. Sign up for the ESA BIC programme.
Latest news
Solidflow in consortium that secures ESA funding for inflatable sail to deorbit satellites
Solidflow (spin-off of ESA BIC alumnus HDES) is responsible for developing the gas generator needed to inflate the sail for the SWIFT (Spacecraft With Inflatable Termination) project, led by Spaceo and funded by ESA.
Meet the ESA Technology Broker NL at ZIE 2025
Gain insights from technology transfer activities and get details about groundbreaking solutions utilising space tech applied to everyday life by visiting booth #67. You can gain insights from Raoul Voeten about the broker’s technology transfer activities.
ESA BIC startup Wildflyer offers advanced analysis tools for wildland firefighting teams
ESA BIC startup Wildflyer’s solution integrates remote sensing, drone and weather data to create actionable insights for firefighters on the ground. Founder Daan Aerts explains more in this interview.
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