Proof-of-Concept Studies and Pilot Projects for Space-Enabled Applications
Funds businesses building commercial services on top of space assets.
Funding covers two stages: Proof-of-Concept Studies, which reduce risk and build a minimum viable product, and Pilot Projects, which test the service with real customers in a target market. Successful applicants can be awarded up to EUR 600,000 to move their solution toward full commercialization.
The call wants businesses to turn space-based technology -- satellite navigation, earth observation, or satellite communications -- into commercial services for any market. It is a standing, always-open invitation rather than a single annual round.
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