Connecting the Curious is a networking event bringing together industry professionals, young talents, and startups in the space industry.
After several editions at Space Tech Expo Europe in Bremen, Connecting the Curious is coming to Noordwijk as a side event of the 2026 ESA Industry Space Days.
With a track record of sold-out events over the past four years alongside Space Tech Expo Europe in Bremen, this year it will be held alongside ESA Industry Space Days in Noordwijk on Thursday 17 September at CometLab.
Participants can meet like-minded individuals, learn from each other, and inspire one another. The event is just a short walk from the conference and is situated on the NL Space Campus. There will be multiple rounds of 30-second fast-paced pitches. Young professionals pitch themselves in search of a job, students in search of an internship or support for their project, and startups or companies pitch their product or service.
Registration for a pitch is available at the door on a first-come, first-served basis!
Register here for Connecting the Curious Noordwijk |
Pitch + Network 17 September
- Multiple rounds of 30-second pitches; register at the door (first come, first served!)
- Limited access with tickets for ISD visitors and the Dutch space industry
- A high rate of startups, young talent and space industry professionals
- In collaboration with ESA BIC Noordwijk and startups from across Europe attending ISD
- Food and drinks from a local caterer
- Live music
- Walk-in at 17:00, ends at 20:00
