The strongest cohort of the ESA-supported Ignition Programme yet graduated recently. A total of 15 teams gained insights from mentors and partners while busily working on validating their business idea to prepare to apply for ESA BIC Noordwijk on 5 Oct 2026. View the gallery of photos!
Want to take your space business idea to new heights? Take 4 days this summer to join boost your startup via the ESA-supported Ignition Programme. Get inspiration from previous participants and take that first step to validate your idea.
Our ESA BIC offers entrepreneurs the chance to develop business idea covering all space assets. This post focuses on the use of satellite data or space tech for aquatic applications. Got a space business idea that can impact a more sustainable future? Apply by the next ESA BIC selection deadline.
Learn what entrepreneurs say about our Ignition Programme.
Meet our latest ESA BIC Noordwijk incubatee, Marmoris.
Two new startups have entered the ESA BIC Noordwijk program. Welcome Mapture (autonomous drones) and Feverr (dating app)!