Lectures, workshops and mentoring are now available!
The EU Space Academy Learning Platform offers enthusiastic entrepreneurs a free and customisable online development programme tailored to their unique goals.
Motivated to shake up your industry by employing the latest knowledge in space data? You’ve come to the right place.
Our academy brings you:
curriculum
Space Economy
Explore the following modules:
- The Space Economy
- Access to Space for Founders
- EU Space Market Insights
- New Space & Start-up Insights
Applications
Explore the following modules:
- Secure Satellite Communication
- Space Situational Awareness
- Earth Observation
- GNSS
- Enabling Technologies
Hardware
This course is coming soon!
with EO Data
Explore the following modules:
- Copernicus Programme
- Copernicus for Developers
- Deep Dive on Remote Sensing Data Use Cases
with GNSS Data
Explore the following modules:
- Galileo Programme & EGNOS
- Galileo for Developers
- Deep Dive on GNSS Use Cases
Space Business
Explore the following modules:
- Business Strategy
- Business Model
- Building a Team
- Minimum Viable Product
- Concept and Design
- Marketing
- Sales
Capital
Explore the following modules:
- Opportunities under CASSINI
- Public & Private Funding
- Investor Pitching (Coming Soon)
Europe
Explore the following modules:
- EU Space Policy
- European Government Procurement (Coming Soon)
- Regulatory Guidelines
Global Markets
This course is coming soon!
Space for Security
Explore the following modules:
- Foundational Context
- Governance and Institutional Cooperation in Space Security
- Cybersecurity and Digital Resilience in Space Security
Space for Security
Explore the following modules:
- Strategic and Industrial Dimensions of Space Security
- Operational Applications of EU Space for Security
- Frontier Technologies in Space Security
Our partners offer further learning opportunities across key areas of the space sector, from entrepreneurship and technology to policy and regulation. Explore their resources to continue your learning journey.
ESA Academy helps university students build space expertise through hands-on projects, technical training, and learning opportunities across space science, engineering, mission design, and business.
Franck Perrin leads space-development activities at Thales, with longstanding expertise in cybersecurity for satellite systems. He has shaped strategic cybersecurity roadmaps and security offerings for space programmes, drawing on earlier leadership roles in managed security services, critical infrastructure and high-availability systems.
João Alves leads EUSPA’s Space Surveillance and Tracking team, overseeing the EU SST Front Desk—the central interface between the EU SST Partnership and satellite operators. His work advances collision avoidance, re-entry and fragmentation-analysis services, helping safeguard European space operations and support the development of space traffic management.
Philip Lüghausen is an expert in data and data protection law. Dr Lüghausen places particular emphasis on scientific and commercial research and development, in particular, clinical and non-clinical research projects on pharmaceuticals and medical devices. His other areas of practice include IT law, e-commerce law, competition law and intellectual and industrial property law. He works for both, SMEs and multinational companies
Martin Giese is a startup coach and active business angel in leading incubators. He regularly lectures on fundraising negotiations, entrepreneurial leadership and business model incubation in leading academic programs.He is author of two guidebooks for startups on startup fundraising and B2B sales.
Martin Langer is CEO of OroraTech, building scalable space infrastructure for persistent thermal intelligence. With over 15 years’ experience in satellite systems engineering, he previously led the company’s technology development and ran CubeSat missions at the Technical University of Munich. He is a published researcher in nanosatellite reliability and mission validation.
Luca Rossettini is Founder and CEO of D-Orbit, a space logistics company providing in-orbit transportation and space-debris mitigation services. An aerospace engineer with a PhD in advanced space propulsion, he combines entrepreneurship, sustainability and technical expertise to support the responsible expansion of space activities.
Maria Gross is driven by change. She studied non-profit management and started her career at Daimler. Maria worked for different accelerators & incubators. She joined GERMANTECH as the Managing Director where she loves bringing together diverse stakeholders to learn from each other and work on a sustainable future.
Gil Lizcano is an expert in climate modelling with experience in the management and commercialization of large projects. Gil has led Vortex’s innovation strategy when he is a current partner. He is the driving force behind the Climate Scale idea in 2019 and is now a founding partner of CS.
Alix Rousselière is a Senior Consultant at Novaspace, specialising in satellite ground-segment strategy and market intelligence. She leads the Ground Segment Market Prospects report and has advised satellite operators, equipment manufacturers and space agencies. Her previous experience includes roles with Thales and France’s Permanent Representation to NATO.
Steve Spittle is CTO and Co-Founder of GlobalTrust, an innovative space and sustainability start-up focused on using the power of satellites to develop and deliver sustainability strategies. Steve leads and implements the companies' technology strategy, products, and services. He has been a technical and business mentor for satellite start-up companies across Europe.
Data Science Team Lead @ OroraTech
Data science and AI leader specialising in Earth observation, machine learning and climate technology. She develops satellite-derived data products for environmental monitoring, including wildfire and land-surface temperature models. Her experience spans research and innovation roles at Siemens, DLR and ESA, with a focus on translating advanced research into operational products.
Founder @ MESGA.eu
Startup mentor, venture builder and early-stage investor focused on Central and Eastern European founders in strategic sectors. He has supported more than 10,000 founders through innovation programmes and helps teams become investment-ready. His experience includes launching Bolt and WeWork in the region, and building accelerator and investor networks.
CEO, Expert Consultant @ Skyvory Consulting
Business-development leader with 15 years of experience across commercial, institutional and R&D space organisations. She led EMEA business development at Planet and specialises in Earth observation, GNSS, sustainability, public procurement and go-to-market strategy. She advises organisations and start-ups on commercial growth, strategic partnerships and scaling.
Co-founder @ Arribes Enlightenment
Innovation and internationalisation consultant with over 20 years of experience supporting start-ups and technology companies. She specialises in investment readiness, public procurement, market-entry strategy and international scaling. Her work also covers aerospace, geospatial-data applications and dual-use innovation, supported by a partner network spanning 51 countries.
Business Development Telecom @ Compoxi
Aerospace, Defence & Deep-Tech strategy expert with 15+ years of experience across satellites, launchers, electronics, and AI. With a background in telecommunications engineering and an Executive MBA, he bridges high-tech R&D and institutional market entry. He has managed €35M+ in projects and secured €10M+ in public funding across Europe, the USA, and Asia.
Embedded Lab Coordinator @ Verhaert
Electronics engineer with extensive experience in the space sector, specialising in hardware and embedded systems. Currently coordinating electronics and IoT projects, overseeing development from concept to deployment. Previously led the hardware and software engineering team at QinetiQ Space, managing multidisciplinary teams and complex system integrations for space applications. Skilled in project coordination, system design, and bridging the gap between electronics, software, and mission-critical requirements.
Founder & CEO @ DANS CEE
Defence and aerospace consultant with 25 years of experience in procurement, business development and industrial cooperation. He previously led procurement entities at Hungary’s Ministry of Defence and advises global OEMs and Central and Eastern European suppliers. He also coaches SMEs through the European Defence Fund’s EUDIS programme.
CEO @ Rokubun
Former Rokubun co-founder and CEO, he is a Space R&D Engineer and Product Manager with 20+ years’ experience in downstream Earth Observation and Satellite Navigation. Educated in Telecommunications Engineering and ICT research, with a Master in Project Management, his career spans academia, ESA-ESTEC, and leading European space companies. He now serves as Strategic Marketing Manager at Trimble Inc.
Partner @ BHO Legal
Space and high-technology lawyer specialising in EU procurement, air and space law, drone regulation and security projects. He has over 20 years of experience, including legal roles on the Galileo programme at DLR and twelve years advising GSA/EUSPA on security-relevant procurements. He also advises research institutions, public authorities and international corporations.
Founder/partner @ Grand Prix consulting
B2B technology marketing leader with over 20 years of experience in go-to-market strategy, brand positioning and digital marketing. She mentors early-stage founders and supports start-ups as a fractional CMO, drawing on leadership roles at Nokia, Juniper Networks and Frequentis. Her expertise spans telecommunications, IT, aviation and emerging technologies.
Any individual of legal age established in the Member States of European Economic Area, EU candidate countries and Horizon Europe associated countries.
Register anytime during the academy by clicking at the courses on our website.
No, not at all. We encourage anyone with a passion for entrepreneurship and EU space data and signals to participate in the academy. You can learn about the opportunities of the downstream sector and business practices to create a successful start-up.
Yes, there is no requirement as such for participation in the EU Space Academy Learning Platform. Although the course is aimed at entrepreneurs within the space sector, the lessons are designed so any interested person regardless of their background can find modules of interest.
No, you can register to the online programme anytime! Once you registered, you will gain access to all the available courses that you can watch at your own convenience.
Each member of your team can individually join and benefit from the academy.
No, you can watch the lessons in your preferred order.
Yes, you will get a certificate after completing the academy. Additionally, after the completion of each course, you can download a completion badge and share it with your network.
Yes, feel free to join all the courses you like.
You can book up to 4 mentoring sessions in any 365-day period, either with the same mentor or different ones. Note that places are limited and mentor availability cannot be guaranteed