Space support
Develop your space venture with UIC
Then you can get access to space-based technology, funding and satellite information for your product development.
Who is this support for?
UIC helps startups and growth companies turnn space-based technology and satellite data into competitive products and businesses
Whether you’re developing hardware for orbit or building applications on Earth observation data, we offer tailored business development, expert coaching and access to the networks that matter.
ESA BIC Sweden. As one of four nodes in ESA BIC Sweden, UIC gives space-related startups access to up to €50,000 in incentive funding, ESA’s network of experts, mentors and industry leaders, and dedicated business and technical coaching throughout incubation.
Nordic and national reach. Through Space Nordic, our collaboration with partners across four Nordic countries, companies can grow beyond the Swedish market from day one. Via the national platform Space Sweden, we connect our companies with venture capital, industry and public-sector actors.
A living ecosystem. Through hackathons, matchmaking and community events, we bring startups together with researchers, industry partners and future customers.
Together, we help high-potential space companies become investable and ready to commercialize.
Receive a fast-track introduction and tailored roadmap for entering the space market.
Understand users, needs, procurement, security requirements and routes to market.
Access specialised support linked to space-based technology, data, coaching and funding.
Access to ESA’s vast network of experts, mentors, and industry leaders
Receive tailored business coaching based on your company’s needs.
Receive a fast-track introduction and tailored roadmap for entering the space market.
Understand users, needs, procurement, security requirements and routes to market.
Access specialised support linked to space-based technology, data, coaching and funding.
Access to ESA’s vast network of experts, mentors, and industry leaders
Receive tailored business coaching based on your company’s needs.
Practical information
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To get support within the impact tracks; Life Science & Health, Green transition, Defence & Resilience or Space industry, you need to:
* Get accepted to one of UIC’s business development programs UIC Build, UIC Accelerate or UIC Scaleup
* Be research-intensive / Academic spin-off
* Have Capital-intensive development journey
* Have Long time-to-market
* Have a technological innovation
* Regulatory, production technical, or export control challenges
Applications are open
Have questions about the space support? Get in touch and we’ll help you out
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Some of our business development programs
UICAccelerate
For startups with traction that want to strengthen the business and accelerate growth. Get tailored coaching, expert support, and relevant connections to help you move forward faster.
UICBuild
For early-stage founders who want to validate their business model and build a stronger foundation. Combine practical workshops with tailored coaching to prepare for the next stage of growth.
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Innovation Stable is a co-working space for innovative startups looking for a flexible membership. Get access to an open workspace in Uppsala, in a community of startups and other co-founders with high ambitions.