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

Innovate UK Business Connect
Ongoing

Funding

Contact funder

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. The call is managed by Innovate UK Business Connect and is always accepting applications.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

limited company

Key requirements:

  • Must involve space-enabled application or service
  • Maximum 50% cost coverage
Who is this for?

This is for UK businesses wanting to develop applications or services that use space technology. It covers any industry or market, so you could be in manufacturing, agriculture, transport, or any other sector. You need to show how space technology will be part of your solution.

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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.

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Last updated: 8 April 2026