Getting Bid-Ready for European Space Contracts

Join us for an informative session on how Canadian companies can leverage the $528.5 million CAD commitment made by Canada to the European Space Agency (ESA). This funding will be allocated to satellite communications, Earth observation, space exploration, and navigation technology over the next three to five years. Here’s what you need to know:

✨ Key Highlights:

• The funding is reserved for Canadian firms but requires them to bid for it.
• Cornelius Zünd, ESA's Industrial Policy Officer for Canada, will provide insights on:
  • Current open programs
  • How the ESA-STAR tendering platform works
  • Steps for Canadian companies to take advantage
• A preview of Industry Space Days 2026 (September 16 to 17, ESA/ESTEC, Noordwijk), where you can book one-on-one meetings with European primes and agency buyers.

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to ESA and its relation to the Canadian Space Agency
• Ways to engage directly with ESA
• Overview of the ESA-STAR tendering platform
• Resources available for Canadian firms
• Q&A session with Cornelius Zünd

Who Should Attend:

Canadian companies in advanced materials, photonics, communications, and sensor technologies interested in the European space market.

👉 Seats are limited; register today!