Knowledge

Knowledge lies at the heart of every breakthrough innovation. It fuels new ways of understanding ourselves, our planet, and the space beyond it, turning ideas into meaningful progress.

At NL Space Campus, we connect world-class knowledge with entrepreneurial ambition to accelerate the path from research to real-world impact. Our ecosystem brings together leading expertise from academic and applied sciences, including the Leiden-Delft-Erasmus universities, InHolland, and the ITC Faculty of the University of Twente, alongside renowned research institutes such as SRON, TNO, NLR, and KNMI.

This strong knowledge base is reinforced by committed government partners, including Provincie Zuid-Holland and InnovationQuarter, as well as European institutions such as the Galileo Reference Centre. Together with more than 3,000 high-tech professionals at ESA ESTEC next door, NL Space Campus offers a uniquely dense environment where knowledge flows freely across disciplines, and innovation can truly thrive.

key knowledge platforms

Phi-Lab Netherlands Hosted at the NL Space Campus, Phi-Lab is ESA’s innovation lab, driving disruptive research in Earth observation, laser communication, and navigation. It serves as a gateway where scientific discovery meets entrepreneurship.

CometLab Our on-campus innovation and testing hub offers access to cleanrooms, CNC machines, laboratories, and specialised facilities, including the Thermal Vacuum Chamber (TVAC). CometLab provides the hands-on environment needed to turn research and concepts into space-ready solutions.

NL Space Summer School An immersive programme where students from across the world gain hands-on experience, connect with professionals, and explore career opportunities within the space sector.

One Space Hub A central point where knowledge, entrepreneurship, and support come together to help innovators transform bold ideas into reality.

EVENTS

NL Space Campus brings people together through an international network united by a shared passion for space innovation. Through a dynamic programme of online and in-person events, we connect students, researchers, startups, and industry professionals, and offer partners a platform to engage with our growing community.

By organising and co-organising events, we create the conditions for meaningful encounters that often lead to new ideas, collaborations, and partnerships. Whether you are looking to connect with emerging talent, explore startup innovation, or engage with established organisations, our hackathons, monthly NL Space Campus Network and Drinks, and other community events offer opportunities to expand your network and discover what is next in the space ecosystem.

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Projects

Through various projects we bring together partners from within and outside the space ecosystem to form close collaborations. By combining their cross-sectoral knowledge and experience, we accelerate space data innovations and help increase their positive impact on society. Become an active partner of our ecosystem and contact us to join or initiate a new project!

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pLatforms

Curiosity Series

A recurring programme of inspiring lectures and discussions brings together experts from diverse fields. By sharing insights on research, new technologies, and real-world applications, the programme sparks dialogue and knowledge exchange.

Podcast

The NL Space Campus Podcast features conversations with students, researchers, and professionals from the space sector. Guests share their journeys, ideas, and innovations, offering personal insights into the projects, technologies, and collaborations shaping space today.

ESA PHI-LAB NET

ESA Phi-Lab NET is the European Space Agency’s innovation lab network that accelerates breakthrough spaceenabled ideas, helping researchers and entrepreneurs turn early-stage concepts into real-world solutions with scientific and commercial impact. ESA PhiLab Netherlands, based at NL Space Campus, supports Dutch innovators with funding, expertise, facilities, and networks to bring space technologies from research to […]

CometLab

CometLab is the digital manufacturing hub at NL Space Campus, equipped with advanced tools to support space innovation. It offers a collaborative space for companies, researchers, and students to work on early-stage research, low-TRL projects, and new product development.

NL Space Summer School

NL Space Summer School is a one-week programme for bachelor’s and master’s students to explore the Dutch space sector. Gain insights into agencies and companies, dive into topics like law, business, and technology, and build valuable skills and connections.

One Space Hub

OneSpaceHub connects MBO, HBO, and WO students to space-related opportunities, from early inspiration to start-up and scale-up. It offers access to resources in technology, data, and innovation within the Dutch space sector.

FAQ

How can I join the campus community?

You can easily join the campus community by signing up for our monthly Community Update. This way you’ll stay updated on everything that happens at and around NL Space Campus. Become an active member by attending our community events, or initiating a project!

I want to initiate or join a project. How can I do so?

NL Space Campus is currently involved in a number of ongoing projects. See an overview here to find out if you’d like to join any existing projects. If you’re looking for new collaborations or would like to initiate a new projects, please get in touch with us via info@nlspacecampus.eu.

Can I join events if I’m not part of the community?

Of course, you are more than welcome! The purpose of our events is to connect the curious, including you. Especially our monthly NL Space Campus Network & Drinks, on every last Thursday of the month, is a mixture of like-minded people from all walks of life: from students to entrepreneurs to partners like ESA ESTEC, Netherlands Space Office (NSO) and SpaceNed. All you have to do is register beforehand via the events page.

I want to get in touch with a partner or a community member. Can you help?

Yes, we’re here to facilitate collaborations! Email us at info@nlspacecampus.eu and we’ll gladly help you get connected to the right people and organisations.

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We connect the curious.
NL Space Campus is your gateway to meaningful connections
and partnerships within the Dutch space sector.

showcases

Discover how partners within our ecosystem collaborate to create a positive impact

Connecting the Curious: Where Young Talent and Industry Meet

Connecting the Curious is a networking event created by NL Space Campus to bring together students, young professionals, startups, and companies driving Europe’s space future. Organised in cooperation with ESA BIC Noordwijk, ESA BIC Northern Germany, AVIASPACE Bremen, BDLI, and Starhaus, it takes place every year alongside Space Tech Expo Europe in Bremen. The event has become a recognised meeting point where curiosity meets opportunity and ambition meets experience.

One Space Hub: A Platform for Aspiring Space Entrepreneurs

Supporting aspiring space entrepreneurs takes more than funding and technical tools—it requires a well-connected ecosystem. OneSpaceHub brings this to life by offering a clear, central platform that connects people with the right support at the right moment. From workshops and courses to incubators and events, everything is brought together through a strong collaboration between key partners across the Netherlands.

Remote sensing for floriculture: using space technology to support disease detection

The Remote Sensing for Floriculture (RSvS) project combines AI, drone technology, and satellite data to support early plant disease detection. It focuses on common diseases in ornamental plants, such as botrytis in tulips and hyacinths. The project is a collaboration between Unmanned Valley, Greenport Duin- en Bollenstreek, NL Space Campus, gemeente Katwijk, and provincie Zuid-Holland, among others.

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Our ecosystem is powered by leading partners who join forces
and share decades of knowledge and experience.

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