After weeks of collaboration and creative thinking across the worlds of space and manufacturing, it all comes together on 27 November at SBIC Noordwijk for the Space Meets Manufacturing Finale.
This invite-only event marks the conclusion of the European Space Meets Manufacturing Startup Competition, organised by NL Space Campus, SBIC Noordwijk, and EIT Manufacturing.
Throughout the competition, startups have been working on real industrial challenges from ESA, ArcelorMittal, and Technoport/ESRIC, developing practical solutions that connect space and manufacturing technologies. From predictive welding tools and structural design optimisation to new inspection methods and production techniques, the projects show how collaboration between sectors can lead to new possibilities.
Meet the finalists
EIT Manufacturing and partners are proud to announce the eleven finalists who will take the stage at the finale in Noordwijk:
ESOS Wind GmbH, RESONIKS, GeDy TrAss, Warden Machinery, Tumi Robotics, Novo AI, IndustryApps, SPAIDER SPACE, Uncharted AI, DENKweit, and Sightwise GmbH.
These startups bring forward solutions that link space and manufacturing through advanced materials, robotics, AI, and digital twin technologies.
About the finale
During the finale, the selected startups will present their ideas to an expert jury. Together with the challenge owners, partners, and industry representatives, we will celebrate their achievements and announce the winners.
Awards include:
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SBIC Community Membership
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EIT Manufacturing Internationalisation Package
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The opportunity to present at major European events in 2026
The competition final is by invitation only. Those interested in attending can reach out to Silvia Grätz at silvia.graetz@eitmanufacturing.eu.
The event will continue with Network & Drinks, the monthly community gathering at SBIC Noordwijk. This edition will follow the theme of space manufacturing and offer more pitches, updates from the community, and time to connect. Register here for Network & DrinksÂ