The Dutch Gateway to space

NL Space Campus is the breeding ground for space innovations with a vibrant community that shapes the future together. NL Space Campus provides an ecosystem with the right network, facilities, capital, knowledge and talent to facilitate societal impact through space data innovations and initiatives.

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Access to capital

We help you find funding opportunities by guiding you through the space ecosystem and the funding landscape, and by connecting you to the right partners.

Access to
talent

With over 3000 high tech professionals, 100+ PHDs, >100 young graduates and many thousands of vocational, applied sciences and academic students, our community is the ultimate hotspot for finding talent in space.

Access to network

By connecting the curious, we help you find the right people to move forward. Our extensive community includes ESA ESTEC’s 3000+ high-tech professionals, world-class academic and applied sciences experts (Leiden-Delft-Erasmus universities and the ITC Faculty at University of Twente amongst others), and countless leading partners within the Dutch space sector.

Access to knowledge

Through close connections with leading knowledge clusters and institutes like ESA ESTEC and our extensive academic and applied sciences network, we focus on facilitating knowledge transfer and application.

Access to facilities

With on-site partners like ESA ESTEC, Galileo Reference Centre, SBIC and the future CometLab, our campus forms the ideal landing spot with facilities such as test labs, meeting spots and office spaces.Β 

Β The event calendar for the NL Space week 2024 is live!

This is where space happens

NL Space Campus combines an extensive space innovation ecosystem with world-class technical- and business facilities to provide the ideal environment to foster innovation and meaningful connections.

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News

Interested in space technology? Learn how to utilise EU Space Technologies and design a solution for…

On 18-19 September 2024, the NL Space Campus proudly participated in the Industry Space Days (ISD)…

This August, the ESA Technology Broker NL hosted MBA students from the Rotterdam School of Management…

Events

Connect with the space ecosystem at conferences, workshops and other community events.

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5 October 2024
- 6 October 2024

Will you also step into the world of Space Research this October with SRON Netherlands Institute for Space Research? We are hosting fun open days again. On Saturday, October 5th at SRON in Leiden, and on Sunday, October 6th at SRON, Kapteyn Institute, and NOVA in Groningen. Mark these dates in your calendar! What do […]

5 October 2024
- 5 October 2024

Save the date for this year’s annual ESA Open Day in the Netherlands for people with a disability, which will take place on Saturday 5 October, at the Agency’s ESTEC technical centre in Noordwijk. The venue will be our European Space Research and Technology Centre,Β ESTEC, which is the largest space establishment in Europe, offering visitors […]

5 October 2024
- 5 October 2024

As it does every fall, the Old Observatory opens all the way to the public! On 5 October, you can enjoy workshops and demonstrations all day long in the various rooms at the Old Observatory. You can take a tour of our historic telescopes, join workshops, or visit our exhibition. Each room in the building […]

5 October 2024
- 27 October 2024

5 October – 27 October 2024, open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM. OPENING ON OCTOBER 5, 3:00 PM WITH VIOLINIST EWA PEPPER HERMON Heritage will restore and transform the former Town Hall and City Office, located at Raadhuislaan 11 in Tegelen, into a hospitality venue and residential care complex. […]

6 October 2024
- 6 October 2024

Save the date! This year’s annual ESA Open Days in the Netherlands will take place on Saturday and Sunday, 5-6 October, at ESA ESTEC in Noordwijk. Registration for both events to attend will be opened later this summer; keep an eye on this webpage and ESA social media for further details. This will be the […]

Demo Day
8 October 2024
- 8 October 2024

Join the Aerospace Innovation Hub’s first Demo Day! Don’t miss a day filled with: 12:30 – 13:30 Interesting pitches & demonstrations 14:00 – 16:00 Rapid speed dates 14:00 – 16:30 Diverse innovation floor 16:30 – 17:00 Inspiring guest lecture 17:00 – 18:30 Networking drink   Whether you’re a student, expert, investor, or government official, this […]

14 October 2024
- 18 October 2024

RESPONSIBLE SPACE FOR SUSTAINABILITY Satellites and other space-based assets are vital for the functioning of today’s societies and the global economy and trade. The digital economy, the fourth industrial revolution, agriculture, transport (across the transport modes – land/water/air), fishing, energy, finance, urban development, telecommunication, environmental monitoring, and the broad security chain. The economy and the […]

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14 October 2024
- 14 October 2024

Join us at IAC for an Exclusive Networking Opportunity for young professionals and students! Are you an ambitious Young Professional or student eager to launch or accelerate your career in the space industry? Don’t miss out on this exciting chance to connect with leading organisations in the Netherlands! On Monday at 15:15, head over to […]

31 October 2024
- 31 October 2024

Every last Thursday of the month at 17:00 CET we host a special Network and Drinks for everyone interested in Space, where multiple start-ups and innovative companies pitch their potential and ideas and visitors can grow their network. The event is on campus at the Space Business Innovation Centre Noordwijk. Every edition we have multiple […]

5 November 2024
- 7 September 2024

DroneHorizon is a three-day summit dedicated to creating an unforgettable experience to explore the real-world impact of successful autonomous and uncrewed systems technology in applications across land, water, air, and space. DroneHorizon is not just focusing on aerial dronesβ€”we’re presenting a holistic approach that integrates strategies spanning multiple domains, delivering a complete vision for the […]

Showcases

Discover how our partners collaborate to create a positive impact

In our mission to β€˜Connect the Curious’, NL Space Campus organises hackathons to boost space innovation and accelerate the space innovation ecosystem. These events are win-win: they spark new ideas for using space technology and data in practical ways, while also getting fresh talent excited about space. By mixing bright minds from different fields, we create a melting pot for quick problem-solving and out-of-the-box thinking. This approach isn’t just about cool tech – it’s about finding space-based solutions that can really make a difference for society and the economy. Plus, it’s a great way to show potential recruits how exciting and important the space industry is.
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LDE NL Space Campus Summer School is a one-week programme tailored for both bachelor’s and master’s students that opens doors to the Dutch space sector. It provides opportunities to gain insights into space agencies, the space industry with topics such as law, business and (satellite) technology, develop interdisciplinary skills, and build a network within the industry.Β Β Β Β Β 
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Whether you are an individual who wants to know more, come with your whole family, or want to join as a company: there is something in The Space Week for everyone.
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and share decades of knowledge and experience.Β