European Space Agency Open Call For Proposals: Proof-of-concept Studies and Pilot Projects

Innovate UK Business Connect
Ongoing

Funding

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Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

This is an always-open funding opportunity for UK businesses to develop space-enabled applications or services. You can apply for any industry, market or topic that uses space technology. UK applicants can receive up to 50% of their project costs. There is no set deadline as applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The funding covers proof-of-concept studies and pilot projects. You need to be a business based in England to apply. The exact funding amounts are not specified but depend on your project costs.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

limited company

Key requirements:

  • Must be UK business
  • Project must involve space-enabled application or service
  • Maximum 50% cost coverage
Who is this for?

This grant is for businesses in England that want to develop applications or services using space technology. It covers any industry or market sector. You need to be a UK business to qualify for the 50% cost coverage.

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Full details from Innovate UK Business Connect

An always-open invitation for businesses to apply for a funding activity relating to a space-enabled application or service for any industry, market or topic. UK applicants can receive up to 50% of costs.

How to apply

This is managed through Innovate UK Business Connect. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. Contact Innovate UK Business Connect for application details and requirements.

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Last updated: 5 April 2026