ESA BIC Estonia pre-incubation bootcamp
A 3-day intensive bootcamp for early-stage teams who want to develop space-enabled ideas and prepare for ESA BIC incubation. Organised by ESA BIC Estonia, Sparkup Tartu Science Park and Tehnopol. 3 intensive days Pitch with feedback Early-stage friendly Expert mentors ESA BIC pathway Who should apply? Built for early-stage space explorers No legal entity required. […]
From Tartu to Seville: ESA BIC Estonia and the network behind Europe’s space startups
In May, ESA BIC Estonia participated in the ESA SCALEUP Commercialisation event, which took place in Seville, three days that brought together incubator managers, startup founders, and partners from across the European Space Agency’s business incubation network. It is one of the few occasions where the people building this ecosystem actually sit in the same […]
Startup story: KrattWorks X ESA BIC Estonia
Each year, dozens of high-potential startups develop their product or service in Tehnopol Startup Incubator’s main program and special accelerators. One of these special accelerators is ESA BIC Estonia, part of the European Space Agency’s business incubation network, which supports space-related startups by providing access to expertise, business support, and a wider ecosystem. KrattWorks is […]
Sparkup Tartu Science Park and Estonian University of Life Sciences signed a Letter of Intent to support European Space Agency BIC Estonia
On 1 April, Sparkup Tartu Science Park and the Estonian University of Life Sciences signed a Letter of Intent to support the activities of the European Space Agency Business Incubation Centre (ESA BIC) in Tartu for the period 2026–2030. Under the agreement, the Estonian University of Life Sciences will participate as a technical partner in […]
Startup story: ESA BIC Estonia x Wayren
Wayren is an Estonian dual-use startup that provides solutions for resilient communications and situational awareness to support decision-making in mission-critical scenarios. When networks fail, missions fail. In both tactical operations and various industries, the ability to make fast, informed decisions is key to success. Infrastructure breakdown, difficult terrain, and disruptions to communication flows require a new […]
Startup Story: 10Lines x ESA BIC Estonia
10Lines is transforming the pavement marking industry by combining robotics, software, and AI to automate road painting processes. The company, founded by Janno Paas and Tarmo Prints, brings together deep engineering expertise and extensive industrial experience. Both founders are seasoned entrepreneurs who have successfully built businesses before. As an ESA BIC Estonia alumnus, 10Lines has leveraged the potential of space technology—particularly […]
„We never expected to build something for a space station“ – How Right Step became a space health company
What began as a side project inspired by a conversation with a professor has evolved into a space health company developing technology to protect astronauts’ bone health in space. In this interview, Mike Crooks, Co-Founder of Right Step, shares how the company’s mission took shape—from experimenting with wearable sensors to testing algorithms in zero gravity—and […]
Startup Story: Kappazeta x ESA BIC Estonia
In a world increasingly reliant on data-driven decisions, KappaZeta is harnessing the power of satellite imagery to deliver actionable insights for agriculture, defence, and forestry. Specializing in the use of synthetic aperture radar (SAR), this space tech startup is turning complex remote sensing data into real-world solutions. KappaZeta was co-founded by a team of experts […]
Startup Story: Right Step x ESA BIC Estonia
When it comes to long-duration space travel, astronaut health is mission-critical. Enter Right Step, a startup dedicated to developing innovative tools for the assessment and monitoring of astronaut health, with a current focus on bone health in remote and space environments. By blending engineering expertise with a strong sense of user-centred design, Right Step is […]
Startup Story: Litegrav x ESA BIC Estonia
Litegrav is pioneering a new approach to biological innovation by utilizing the unique conditions of space environments, such as microgravity. These extreme environments offer powerful opportunities to optimize biological processes — from fine-tuning disease and aging models to improving the structural quality of cells. Litegrav’s intelligent bioreactor system enables systematic testing and development of new […]
