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Bootcamp

A 3-day intensive bootcamp for early-stage teams who want to develop space-enabled ideas and prepare for ESA BIC incubation. Organised by ESA BIC Estonia and Sparkup Tartu Science Park.

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Dates 25–27 August 2026
Location Pärnu, Estonia
Teams Selected Min. 8 Teams
Legal Entity Not Required
Who should apply

Built for early-stage space explorers

No legal entity required. Whether you are a researcher, student, engineer, or first-time founder — if you have a space-enabled idea and the drive to develop it, this bootcamp is for you.

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Researchers & Engineers

Exploring how to turn your technical work into a commercial product or spin-out.

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Students & Academics

With a space-related project or thesis and an interest in entrepreneurship.

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First-Time Founders

Early ideation stage, not yet ready for ESA BIC incubation — this is your stepping stone.

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Teams up to 4

Individuals or small teams with a space-enabled concept at any maturity level.

Programme

Three days. One big leap.

The bootcamp takes you from idea to ESA BIC-ready pitch — covering space-tech context, business fundamentals, and application readiness.

Day 01 — 25 Aug Space-Tech & Market Context
  • Overview of space domains and commercial value pathways
  • Customer discovery fundamentals
  • ESA Space Connection Assessment tool
  • Motivational talk by an ESA BIC alum or current incubatee
  • Evening networking session
Day 02 — 26 Aug Business Foundations
  • Business model and value proposition development
  • Revenue logic, pricing basics, and sales cycles in the space sector
  • Intellectual property strategy
  • Mentor-led working sessions
  • Networking with ESA BIC Estonia portfolio companies
Day 03 — 27 Aug ESA BIC Readiness
  • Go-to-market fundamentals
  • Technology and business roadmap alignment
  • ESA BIC application logic and common pitfalls
  • Final pitch session with expert feedback
Space domains covered

What areas can you explore?

Mentors and sessions cover the full breadth of ESA technology domains and their commercial applications. Your idea can touch any of these — or connect several.

Earth Observation Satellite Communications Navigation & GNSS Space Transportation Space Situational Awareness In-Orbit Services Downstream Applications Robotics & Autonomy Life & Physical Sciences Climate & Sustainability Defence & Dual-Use Digital Infrastructure
Eligibility

Are you ready to apply?

Selection is handled by the ESA BIC Estonia team based on space relevance, problem clarity, commercial potential, and team motivation.

Early-stage team or startup with a space-enabled or space-related concept
Individuals or teams of up to 3–4 members
Researchers, engineers, students, or first-time founders exploring commercialisation
Teams not yet ready for ESA BIC incubation — low business maturity is acceptable
No legal entity required at application stage
Strong motivation and commitment to participate for all three days
How to apply

Four steps to join

Applications are submitted through Dealum. Straightforward — no legal entity needed at this stage.

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Submit on Dealum
Fill in team background, space connection, problem statement, and motivation.
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Eligibility Screening
The ESA BIC Estonia team reviews applications against the eligibility criteria.
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Evaluation
Teams assessed on space relevance, problem clarity, commercial potential, and motivation.
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Notification & Onboarding
Selected teams (min. 8) receive all onboarding info for Pärnu.
Ready to launch?

Apply for the Pre-Incubation Bootcamp

Submit your application through Dealum. Minimum 8 teams will be selected for the 3-day bootcamp in Pärnu. Successful teams will be better positioned to apply for ESA BIC Estonia incubation.

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Bootcamp dates 25–27 August 2026 Location Pärnu, Estonia Organised by ESA BIC Estonia
Sparkup Tartu Science Park

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