The Nordic & Baltic ESA BIC Startup Event 2026 is organised by the ESA BIC Network in the Nordic and Baltic countries, with support from the ESA Commercialisation Department. The event aims to foster cooperation between startups and alumni from the ESA BICs and established industrial players in the space sector, while also encouraging fruitful partnerships at both regional and international level.

The key elements of the event include:

• Thematic sessions*, where startups can present their capabilities in dedicated pitch sessions and established players can present their key activities and needs.
• Networking opportunities and social events designed to help attendees establish new contacts in an efficient, time-saving and relaxed environment.
• Keynote presentations on inspiring topics, as well as current and future programme needs and opportunities