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ESA BIC Belgium

ESA BIC Belgium is the official Business Incubation Centre in Belgium, supporting early-stage startups in the space sector with equity-free funding and expert mentorship.

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Pre Seed, Seed
Focus sectors
Space Tech, AI, Climate
Recorded regions
Belgium, European Union
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Overview

ESA BIC Belgium is an initiative of the European Space Agency (ESA) aimed at supporting Belgian entrepreneurs in developing space-enabled technologies for commercial success. The organization focuses on fostering innovation through funding and guidance for startups and established businesses. It operates from Belgium and is part of the broader ESA Business Applications program.

Focus

ESA BIC Belgium invests in startups that develop space-based solutions leveraging satellite navigation, earth observation, or satellite communication. It also supports the development of space technologies for non-space industries, promoting cross-sector innovation. The organization provides equity-free funding, coaching, and access to a network of stakeholders, including ESA officials and service providers.

Support

ESA BIC Belgium offers equity-free funding, extensive coaching (50 hours of business coaching, 20 hours of technical coaching, and 10 hours of legal coaching), and access to a network of startups and alumni, as well as the BeCentral and We Are Founders communities.

Questions

Q: What is the funding amount? A: Up to €60,000 in equity-free funding. Q: How long is the incubation period? A: The program lasts 12-24 months. Q: What types of companies can apply? A: Companies must be registered in Belgium, have a provable space connection, and be no more than five years old.

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