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ESA TECHNOLOGY BROKER PORTUGAL
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We work to promote the utilisation of space technology in terrestrial services and products, as well as help creative companies bring their terrestrial innovations into the space domain.
In early 2013, IPN initiated a national program called PTTI to explore the potential of Portuguese space and downstream ecosystems. Following the successful implementation of the initial pilot, IPN has established itself as ESA’s Innovation Partner in Portugal.
In this capacity, IPN provides a range of services enabling the transfer of space technology to practical applications on Earth, and of Earth innovation to the space domain.
We identify technologies potentially useful across the Earth-space interface, facilitate connections with potential clients and users, and provide support for funding applications.
Moreover, as the designated Portuguese ESA SME Point of Contact, IPN extends its support to SMEs from both space and non-space sectors interested in participating in ESA’s R&D programs. This support includes offering training workshops, webinars, and guidance on the intricacies of the procurement processes.
Application Submission Closed
ESA Spark 4 Tech Portugal Open Call is now officially closed.
We would like to inform that the ESA Spark 4 Tech Portugal Open Call is now officially closed.
Please note that the applications already submitted, if approved, will proceed to contract signing, which is expected to take place in the first quarter of 2025.
We encourage everyone to stay tuned for further updates. For more information, please visit our website or contact our team via space@ipn.pt
ESA Spark Funding is aimed at SMEs or entities who want to innovate and gain a competitive advantage by integrating “spin-out” space technology into their existing product lines, or to create entirely new products/services.
Alternatively, it targets SMEs or entities that wish to introduce an innovation to the space industry using a “spin-in” technology originally developed for another industry or application.
Requirements include that applicant must be a legal entity registered under Portuguese law, with headquarters in Portugal, and fully compliant with Portuguese tax and social security obligations. For full list of requirements download the application documents.
There are generally 2 Spark Funding cut-off dates per year. Check the website for next available date.
We provide online masterclasses before cut-off dates that give you extra information and insights on your application. Keep an eye on our News page!
You can always contact us at space@ipn.pt with your questions.
Our Technology Cards summarise the Portuguese space technologies we have already mapped. They will be added here soon.
- Do you have a space technology that is not on our list? Contact us at space@ipn.pt.
- Do you see a technology that can help you with your terrestrial product or solution? You guessed it: contact us at space@ipn.pt.
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Positioning/Orientation & Navigation
Materials
Energy
Satellite Data & Communications
Hardware/Robotics & Automatization
Electronics/Software & Sensors
Data
Galileo Code Receiver
Modular Operating System for Unmanned Vehicles
Innovative Open Sandwich Structure Technology
Silica based Aerogel
FADEWIND
Metry - Telemetry and Big Data Framework
Autonomous Inertia Estimation
Advanced Telecommunications Computing Architecture (ATCA)
DyMDeST, Dynamic Multi-criteria Decision Support Tool