EU Space Days 2025

27.-28. May 2025
Amber EXPO, Żaglowa 11, 80-560, Gdańsk, Poland

The EU Space Days is the most significant event of the European Union when it comes to space policy, business and innovation. Organised by the European Commission under the auspices of the Polish Presidency, this year’s edition lands in Gdańsk, a thriving hub for space.

Organizer

European Commission under the auspices of the Polish Presidency of the Council of the EU
investGDA (Gdańsk Economic Development Agency Ltd)

Content Description

A Gathering of Visionaries

EU Space Days 2025 will bring together key decision-makers, including representatives from the to European institutions alongside industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors. The event will spotlight how businesses, governments, and society as a whole benefit from the EU Space Programme, featuring its flagship initiatives—Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus, GOVSATCOM/IRIS² and Space Situational Awareness (SSA).

Business & Defence on the spotlight

This year's conference takes on a fresh, business-driven approach, emphasizing how space technologies and satellite solutions can drive innovation across multiple industries. With a strong focus on fostering strategic partnerships between space companies and investors, the event will be held alongside InfoShare, the largest tech and startup conference in Central and Eastern Europe.

This collaboration creates the perfect setting to showcase how space policy, New Space initiatives, downstream services, satellite data, and entrepreneurship are shaping the future.

Why attend?

Discover the latest trends in space tech
Explore the potential of space for defense purposes
Learn how to make space a part of your business
Network with industry and policy makers

Blick aus dem All auf ein Küstengebiet mit Satelliten im Orbit, außerdem Logos #EUSpace, EU Space Days 2025, European Commission, Polish EU Precidency 2025 and investGDA — EU Space Days 2025

Program

Agenda - 27 May 2025 (Main Stage)

10:05 Welcome Adress
10:30 The EU Space Programe: Where do we stand & whatr are the challenges ahead?
11:00 Competitiveness of the EU Space Industry
12:00 Access to Space: A new vision & opportunities for all EU Member States
13:00 Lunch break
14:30 Inspirational Speech
15:00 EU Space for Security and Defence
16:00 Coffee Break
16:15 The EU Space Programme meeting the evolving needs of the Union
17:30 Connecting Europe, Connecting the World. Securely.
18:30 Closing remarks
19:00 Cocktail Organised by the Polish Presidency

Agenda - 28 May 2025 (Main Stage)

09:30 Keynote Speeches
10:00 The EU Space Programme for Civil Protection and Crisis Management
11.00 Investments in the EU space sector: How to become a leader?
12:00 The future of EU Global Navigation: A solution to rising challenges
13:00 Closing remarks
13:15 Networking Lunch

The space industry is soaring to new heights, fuelled by cutting-edge tech like reusable rockets, AI-driven satellites, and bold private investments. Emerging space companies are slashing costs and opening doors to game-changing markets, from in-orbit manufacturing to next-gen communications and Earth observation. At the AGORA Stage, a series of dynamic spin-off sessions will dive into the future of space business, research, innovation, and career opportunities—don't miss your chance to be part of the conversation!

Agenda AGORA Stage - 27 May 2025

10:00 Diversity and inclusion in the space & defence sectors
11:00 Doing business with and in space
12:00 Towards a more sustainable space sector
15:00 Career opportunities and skills development
17:00 Fuelling Space Research and Innovation with Horizon Europe

Target Audience

Interested members from policy, business, and technology

Participant Information

Registration is mandatory.

The event will be held both physically and virtually.
As the attendance capacity is limited, we strongly encourage you to register early.

The event will be livestreamed through our Official YouTube and LinkedIn Accounts.

Contact Address

E-mail: defis-EU-SPACE-DAYS@ec.europa.eu