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ESA Business Applications Space Solutions (BASS)

BASS Kick-start

Funds feasibility studies for space-enabled applications in agriculture, climate monitoring, and transport innovation.

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The BASS Kick-start rolling call is operated by ESA's Business Applications Space Solutions (BASS) programme under the ARTES element. It funds six-month feasibility studies that assess the technical feasibility, commercial viability, and market demand for space-enabled downstream products and services. ESA contributes 75% of total project costs, up to a maximum of €75,000 per contract, meaning tot…

What this grant funds

Any space-enabled downstream application using satellite communications, Earth observation, or satellite navigation to create commercially viable products or services.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.28 Aug 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.6 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.25%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: business.esa.int