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Space Ventures DK is a national project in collaboration with The European Space Agency, The Danish Industry Foundation and four Danish universities. Together, we aim to support Danish startups and companies on their ventures into the space sector.
50+
incubated space start-ups
300M
DKK external investments raised
5+
years of running eSA BIC in denmark
200+
FTEs across all startups
We help startups and companies build a business in the space SECTOR
When Apollo 11 landed on the Moon, many believed the space race had come to an end - but in reality, it was just the beginning. Today, space is no longer only about exploration. It’s also about economic opportunity and solving global challenges.
The commercial space sector is growing rapidly, as governments, space agencies, and private companies around the world are investing in space-based technologies and services. By 2035, the global space economy is expected to reach $1.8 trillion and impact almost every other industry on earth (McKinsey, 2024).
That’s why the project Space Ventures DK was created to fulfill a special mission. A mission to secure that Denmark is at the forefront of this new frontier, driving economic growth, strengthening national security, and unlocking groundbreaking technological innovations that can benefit life on earth.
In collaboration with the European Space Agency, we support Danish startups and established companies through the ESA Business Incubation Centre and ESA Technology Broker programme. Our aim is to help more Danish businesses on their ventures into the space economy, transforming cutting-edge space technology into tangible benefits for both space & Earth.
Our Local hubs Are managed by leading Danish universities
Space Ventures DK is a project initiated by DTU Space Commercialisation Centre, in collaboration with Aarhus University, Aalborg University and SDU.
Diplomvej 372 2nd floor, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby
Space Ventures DK is a national project managed from our headquarters at DTU Space Ventures. Our office is part of DTU Space and located next to the innovation ecosystems in Skylab and DTUScience Park.
Universitetsbyen 14, 8000 Aarhus
ESA BIC in Aarhus is part of AU Space and is based at the Kitchen, where your startup will have access to a vibrant innovation community.
Thomas Manns Vej 25, 9220 Aalborg Øst
Our team at AAU Space is involved with the Open Entrepreneurship initiative and Space Connect North, and we have strong ties to the many space companies in the area.
Campusvej 55, 5230 Odense M
SDU is part of a dynamic innovation environment in Odense, closely connected to Odense Robotics and local tech communities.
We’re closely connected to ESA’s europe-wide network
Space Ventures DK is connected to a Europe-wide network that brings together ESA Business Incubation Centres and ESA Technology Brokers. This setup gives Danish companies access to collaboration opportunities, cross-border partnerships, and shared expertise across multiple ESA member states.
About ESA BIC
About ESA Technology Broker
ESA Technology Broker Denmark helps Danish companies apply space technologies in non-space industries and adapt innovative terrestrial solutions for space use. As part of the broader ESA Technology Broker Network, it connects businesses directly with technical expertise, funding opportunities, and industry partners across Europe.
Supported by the Danish Industry foundation
Space Ventures DK is backed by the Danish Industry Foundation, a foundation dedicated to strengthening Danish industry competitiveness and innovation. This support underpins our mission to accelerate Danish space tech ventures and broaden the commercial adoption of space technologies across Danish industry sectors.
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