ESA BIC Sweden

10/04/2026

Day 2 (April 16) Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event 2026: Where space meets security and strategy meets innovation - Dual-use part 2 🛰️

This afternoon session explores the rapidly growing field of dual-use technologies where space innovations serve both civilian and defence applications.

Expect insights from startups and industry leaders working at the intersection of technology, security and resilience. An area becoming increasingly critical in today’s geopolitical landscape.

This is where space tech takes on a strategic role for the future. 🚀

Introduction by Thibault Taillade and Frederic Jousset from ESA, followed by Nordic and Baltic startup pitches.

To round up this session, there will be presentations by Airbus Defence and Space and PermaSat.

Welcome to Stockholm on April 15 and 16 and make connections for the future!

✅ See the full programme and register here: https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026

❌ Last day to register is TODAY, April 10!

09/04/2026

Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event 2026 - Day 2 (April 16) parallell morning session: Space-driven Smart Cities and Infrastructure Planning 🌆🛰️

Space technology is transforming the cities of tomorrow

From smarter infrastructure planning to more sustainable urban living, this session highlights how space-driven data and solutions are reshaping how we build and manage our cities.

Expect fresh perspectives and bold ideas from startups tackling real-world challenges here on Earth — powered by insights from space.

This is where space tech meets everyday impact. 🌍

Introduction of the session by Christian Walter (ESA) followed by ten nordic and baltic startups pitching, and to round up the morning session a presentation by Pierre-Philippe Mathieu 🚀 from ESA.

We're looking forward to seeing you in Stockholm April 15-16!

✅ Join us for the free two day event (registration closing tomorrow April 10): https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026

09/04/2026

🚀 Day 2 (April 16) will continue with two parallell morning sessions tracks and one of them is Space Technologies for Dual-Use and Defence - Part 1

Thibault TAILLADE and Frederic Jousset from ESA will give an introduction to the session and will be followed by many interesting startup pitches.💥

The session will be closed by industry presentations by KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services and Unibap Space Solutions.

✅ Register now (no later than tomorrow, April 10) to join us on this interesting two day event April 15-16: https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026

See you there!

08/04/2026

How is the role of national space agencies evolving in a rapidly changing space economy?

Day 2 (April 16) begins with a forward-looking perspective on how smaller national agencies are driving innovation, enabling new business and helping to shape the future of space.

This is where regional strength meets global ambition and where the next chapter of the space economy takes shape.

The talks on the agenda to kick off the second and final day of the event is:

🚀 "Empowering the New Space Economy: The changing role of small National Space Agencies in innovation and business creation"
Speaker: Ernesto Gutiérrez Gutierrez, Innovation and social benefit, Rymdstyrelsen/Swedish National Space Agency

🚀 "Nordic-Baltic cooperation and regional opportunities"
Panel Discussion by ESA + Delegations

Check out the entire programme and save your seat here: https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026

See you there!

08/04/2026

What does it take to build a thriving space ecosystem?

The last session for day 1 (April 15) of the Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event 2026 in Stockholm brings together key voices from the Nordic and European space landscape. Insights, strategies and visions shaping the future of the industry.

The keynote speeches we're looking forward to:
🎤 The Nordic collaboration, ESA: How it started, Dr Stefan Gustafsson
🎤 Digital Earth Sweden, RISE Research Institutes of Sweden
🎤 Rymdkapital, Ted Elvhage
🎤 ESA Investors Network (EBAN)
🎤 Spintop Ventures

This is where big-picture strategy meets real opportunity and where the future of the space ecosystem takes form. 🚀

✅ If you're not registered yet, do it right now - for free: https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026

Last day to register April 10.

Right after the concluding keynote session it's time for matchmaking! 🤝 💬
No stage.
No pitches.
Just the right conversations, all about meaningful connections, bringing together startups, corporates, investors, and partners for real dialogues and real opportunities.

The matchmaking session connects:
• Startups
• Corporates
• Investors
• Strategic Partners

Whether you're seeking funding, collaboration or your next big opportunity, this is where conversations turn into action and connections turn into deals.🚀

See you in Stockholm next week!

05/04/2026

Day 1 of the Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event April 15-16 - afternoon: AI in space 🤖🛰️

AI is redefining what satellites can do and we’re just getting started.

In this session, Paavo Heiskanen and Pierre-Philippe Mathieu from ESA will take the stage and give an introduction, followed by many exciting startups and industry leaders like KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services and SSC Space that will showcase how AI is transforming space as we know it.

⭐ Expect sharp insights, bold ideas and real-world applications at the cutting edge.

We’ll explore how AI is revolutionizing:
• Satellite operations
• Data processing at scale
• Autonomous systems in orbit

From smarter decision-making to entirely new capabilities, this is where intelligent systems unlock the next era of space innovation.

Don’t miss the future of AI in orbit. 🚀

💡 Register to attend our two day event for free - no later than April 10: https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026

02/04/2026

Day 1 of the Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event April 15-16 - afternoon: Disaster & emergency response 🌍🚨

When disaster strikes, every second counts and space technology can make all the difference.

Thibault TAILLADE from ESA will give an introduction, followed by pitches from many great startups and the session ends with a presentation by KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services, representing the industry.

In this session we’ll explore innovations supporting:
• Faster, more effective emergency response
• Smarter disaster management
• Real-time, data-driven decision-making

From early detection to on-the-ground coordination, these technologies are not only saving time and resources, they’re saving lives.

This is space tech making a real impact, where it matters most.

Save your spot for FREE now, but no later than next Friday, April 10, and we'll see you there: https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026/programme

01/04/2026

Day 1 of the Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event April 15-16 - morning: Space tech & beyond Earth 🚀

How do we unlock life and operations beyond Earth?

Get ready for cutting-edge ideas, breakthrough technologies and ambitious visions for the future from bold startups and industry leaders. Together they are pushing the limits of what’s possible in space.

💡Expect pitches from companies working with:
• Advanced materials
• Life-support systems
• Deep tech innovations for space environments

Plus, insights from Epiroc, a global leader in mining and infrastructure, connecting Earth-based expertise with the next frontier.

This is where tomorrow’s space infrastructure begins.

⭐ Register for this exciting two day event in Stockholm - for free: https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026

31/03/2026

Space innovation starts here, with YOU, so welcome to our webinar "How to apply to ESA BIC Sweden" on April 8 at 12 pm CEST!🚀

We support entrepreneurs and startups turning space technology and space data into scalable solutions both upstream and downstream.

Curious about how your idea could grow with support from the European space ecosystem?

You'll learn about
⭐ What ESA BIC Sweden is
⭐ Who can apply
⭐ How the programme can support your growth

And of course there will be time for you to ask questions!

Areas where we see strong impact:
Climate & Environment
Mobility & Logistics
Smart Cities & Infrastructure
Security & Emergency Response
Telecom & Connectivity
Health & Wellbeing

💡What you get as a startup:
• Up to €50,000 in funding and the opportunity to get "Incubation Boost" at the midterm evaluation if your startup is doing really well, with an additional €100 000
• Business coaching and expert mentoring
• Access to technical expertise and IP
• A place in Europe’s space startup ecosystem

Whether you're building advanced hardware or using satellite data to solve challenges here on Earth, this session is for you!

✅ Register here:

Space innovation starts here - with you!

30/03/2026

During the Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event April 15-16, there will be two parallell session tracks going on each day, that you can choose from as you like.

The theme of one of the morning tracks on April 15 is “From space to Earth – and back again” and will be introduced by Thibault TAILLADE and Neha Hunka (ESA)

🌍🛰️The focus is on how satellite data is transforming:
• Forest management
• Agriculture
• Environmental monitoring

Startups from across the Nordics and Baltics will showcase and pitch how data from space creates real-world impact on Earth.

And you’ll get industry perspectives from the Norwegian company KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services - a leading provider of Ground Network Services and Earth Observation Services.

There are still spots left - register today!

📍Solna Gate, Stockholm
🗓️ April 15-16
✅ Register (for free): https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026/

29/03/2026

It all starts with a shared vision🚀

The Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event on April 15-16 in Stockholm, opens with a session that will set the tone for the two days focuses on growth, collaboration and new opportunities in the space sector:

• Welcome speech by Johan Köhler, Head of Department for Research and Development at Swedish National Space Agency
• Welcome speech by Philip Thomas, Head of CIC-SU, European Space Agency (ESA)
• Introduction Talk by Jens Lundström, General Manager of ESA BIC Sweden

If you’re not registered for the event yet (for free), get to it and share this info with others that you think could be interested!😃

See you there!

📍Solna Gate, Stockholm
🗓️ April 15-16
✅ Register (for free): https://abi.confetti.events/nordic-baltic-esa-bic-startup-event-2026/