The European Space Agency (ESA) invites members of the space community to attend the New capabilities and countries in European Space Conference at ESA/ESRIN (Frascati, Italy) on 14 and 15 May 2025.

The New Capabilities and Countries in European Space Conference  is organised by the Capability and Country Support Division in the ESA Directorate of of Commercialization, Industry and Competitiveness with the intention to foster international cooperation and partnerships between new actors and between new and experienced actors in the entire space sector. 

Key elements of the event will include:

• Thematic sessions* showcasing the capabilities and achievements of entities in Cooperating, PECS, Associate Member and the more recent Member State countries.
• Networking opportunities and social events (including welcome reception, buffet lunches and a conference dinner) to help attendees establish new contacts in an efficient and time-saving manner in a relaxed environment
• Poster session with the possibility to engage with future partners
• Training course sessions targeting the needs of smaller entities
• ESA presentations  about current and future programme needs and opportunities
• A free welcome package

(*) Presentations shall focus on achievements funded through the PECS, AM or NMS related funding schemes. Notification of Acceptance as oral presentation or poster will be provided to authors by March 15, 2025.

A presentation template will be provided upon confirmation of acceptance of the presentation.

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Questions about the organisation of the event can be addressed to the ESA Conference Bureau (events.organisation@esa.int).