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Amanda Borup Pedersen
ESA BIC MANAGER, DTU
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Contact Person
Amanda Borup Pedersen
ESA BIC MANAGER, DTU
Apply for incubation and get up to €200k for your startup
Discover what the Space Connection is and how it can unlock new opportunities for your startup. Find out if you’re eligible to access funding and expert support, and learn how to take the next step in applying to accelerate your journey in space innovation
Step-by-step guide
step 1
Contact us
If you have not already been in dialogue with us please contact us before you fill in your application. We will guide you to a smooth application process and increase your chances of getting accepted.
Send an e-mail to applications@esabic.dk or book a meeting with us using the meeting booking function in the bottom of this page.Step 2
Write your application
Start by downloading our application document package.
Inside the package, you’ll find five documents that you must fill out as part of your application:
1. Cover Letter template
2. Incubation Proposal
3. Business Plan
4. Tables & Figures
5. Draft Incubation Contract
These five documents are required for your application to be complete.
You’ll also find a few support documents in the package. These are for guidance only — you don’t need to fill them out.
Download Documentsstep 3
Upload application
Submit your application by clicking submit application below. You will be directed to our application portal where you can upload all required documents. Feel free to reach out to applications@esabic.dk if you have any questions.
Submit your application by clicking submit application below. You will be directed to our application portal where you can upload all required documents. Feel free to reach out to applications@esabic.dk if you have any questions.
Submit application
Why choose prepare for space?
What is it?
The General Support Technology Programme (GSTP) by the European Space Agency (ESA) takes cutting-edge technologies that are not ready to be sent into space and develops them for future space missions. In the spring of 2025, ESA will open calls specifically targeting Danish companies that are working on innovative space technologies or enhancing existing ones, which can lead to more efficient and advanced space systems.
WHO CAN APPLY?
- Who CAN apply?...
What is offered?
GSTP funding, typically between €500,000 to €1 million, can be used to:
- Accelerate technology development and adaption for space.
- Gain access to ESA expertise and collaboration opportunities.
- Strengthen a company's position in the growing space sector
- Open new business opportunities in the space industry.
ESA Technology Broker Denmark offers a complimentary support package called “Prepare for Space” to assist Danish companies interested in applying for GSTP. We can help you with your proposal. The deadline for submitting a simple 3-page Statement of Interest for GSTP to ESA is April 21, 2025. If you are interested, please reach out to our broker team as soon as possible, so we can help you prepare your statement of interest in time for the deadline.
Learn more about the GSTP at UFM.dk
Process & deadlines
The Prepare for Space call is permanently open and has no closing date for the submission of applications. The evaluation of applications is scheduled on a rolling basis.Your company can submit your application at any time.
ESA BIC DK checks your application for compliance with ESA rules. We will contact you in case you need to make corrections. You have 48 hours to re-submit your updated application, before we send it of to the Evaluation Board.
The first evaluation will be done by ESA Technology Broker and will take approximately 5 business days.When ESA Technology Broker Denmark accepts the application it will be sent for final evaluation at the Tender Evaluation Board with ESA.The Tender Evaluation Board meets on specific dates throughout the year. In Q1 and Q2 2025 the Tender Evaluation Board meets on the 26/2, 19/3, 30/4, 28/5, 18/6.
Applications will be notified tentatively within 10 days after the board meetings
See our application video guide
Get a quick introduction to the application process in our step-by-step video guide
What is Included?
We tailor the package to your needs. Some startup needs help understanding the space market to strengthen their product while others need technical expertise to develop their prototype. At project start, we will plan together how we can support you.
€60K
For all Incubates
Tech transfer to space
We assist companies from non-space industries in adapting their technologies to the space sector. This could be relevant for companies within AI, production solutions, manufacturing, or innovative materials.
Space tech that benefits earth
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Space tech that benefits earth
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Space tech that benefits earth
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Space tech that benefits earth
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Space tech that benefits earth
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Space tech that benefits earth
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Space tech that benefits earth
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Space tech that benefits earth
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Other relevant funding opportunities
We tailor the package to your needs. Some startup needs help understanding the space market to strengthen their product while others need technical expertise to develop their prototype. At project start, we will plan together how we can support you.
ESA BIC Booster
€140K
For startups developing technology for the space industry
Prepare for space
50h
For startups developing technology for the space industry
Kickstart
€75K
For your feasibility study for more mature start-ups
ESA BIC Booster
€140K
For startups developing technology for the space industry
Your Questions, Answered
How do you select the start-ups?
We assist companies from non-space industries in adapting their technologies to the space sector. This could be relevant for companies within AI, production solutions, manufacturing, or innovative materials.
What is a space connection?
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
How is my data handled?
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
How do you evaluate my application
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
How do you evaluate my application
We support space companies in transferring their existing space technologies to create new solutions on Earth. That could be x-ray technologies benefitting hospitals or astronaut food sold as health supplements.
Questions?
Many start-ups and companies are unsure how space is relevant to their business and how to get started. We’re here to advice. Book a free casual chat to discuss your options.
Name
Amanda Borup pedersen
Job role
ESA Bic Manager, DTU
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