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Shape the Future of Space: Enter the 2025 CASSINI Challenges to Innovate with EU Space Technologies

The 2025 CASSINI Challenges are a unique opportunity for space startups and innovators to develop and scale groundbreaking solutions using EU space technologies. The competition provides funding, resources, and mentorship to help drive space-based innovations forward.

Are you ready to push the boundaries of space innovation? The 2025 CASSINI Challenges, organized by the European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA), offer a unique opportunity for startups and established companies to develop groundbreaking solutions using EU space technologies. With over €1 million in total prizes, the competition targets innovations in satellite navigation, Earth observation, secure connectivity, and space exploration.

The CASSINI Challenges focus on three key tracks, each aligned with specific Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and offering substantial financial rewards and multiple winners per track:

  • Visionary Track (TRL 1-3): For early-stage ideas and bold concepts, offering €10,000 in prize money and selecting 15 winners with promising solutions to help shape the future of space technologies.
  • Innovator Track (TRL 4-6): Ideal for startups and companies with working prototypes or projects in development, this track offers €30,000 to help develop those prototypes, and it will select 10 winners.
  • Entrepreneur Track (TRL 7-9): Tailored for businesses with market-ready products, this track offers the largest prize of €100,000 and will select 7 winners to support scaling and commercialization efforts.

By entering the CASSINI Challenges, you’ll not only compete for financial prizes but also gain access to valuable resources such as mentorship, networking opportunities, and industry exposure to help bring your space-based solutions to the next level. EUSPA fosters collaboration and innovation, ensuring that even early-stage companies can find support and grow within the European space ecosystem.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take part in Europe’s next wave of space innovation! Whether you're a visionary, an innovator, or an entrepreneur, the CASSINI Challenges are designed to help you succeed. Apply now to showcase your expertise and contribute to the future of space technology.

Kontakt

Christian Agger Autzen
Fuldmægtig
Tlf.: +45 72 31 95 27
Email: cagg@ufm.dk