Incubator & Accelerator
Space Resources Startup Support
Apply by Jan 31, 2026
About
The Space Resources Startup Support program by ESRIC is the world's first incubator focused on space resource utilization, designed to assist early-stage startups in validating technology, building business cases, and connecting with clients, offering funding, mentorship, and access to advanced laboratory facilities to foster a sustainable space economy.
Benefits
- 💰 Financial Support
- Funding support is provided to participants.
- 🎓 Mentorship Program
- Access to incubation and business guidance.
- 🏢 Office Space
- Use of high-end laboratory facilities.
- 🌐 Network Access
- Connection with European space and technology institutions to expand customer and collaboration networks.
- 📈 Business Support
- Support for business and technical growth to drive commercialization.
Eligibility Criteria
- 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
- Participants can work remotely globally in Phase 1.
- 🏢 Legal Status
- Selected startups must be registered and established in Luxembourg for Phase 2.
- 💼 Business Stage
- Targeting early-stage startups focused on space resource application technologies.
- ⏰ Project Requirement
- R&D activities must be transferred to Luxembourg in Phase 2.
Participation Commitments
- 📍 Physical Attendance
- Must establish the company in Luxembourg during Phase 2.
- ⏰ Time Commitment
- Commitment to participate in the incubation program and activities as required.
Target Region
Open to global startups, with specific requirements for Luxembourg in Phase 2.
Target Sector
Focused on space resource application technologies.
European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC)