Last call: 1–2 seats left for Czech–Austrian Upstream Matchmaking
Only 1–2 slots still available
This in-person matchmaking event is for CEOs and senior decision-makers of Czech upstream space-tech companies who want to meet Austrian partners. Participants should come with one product they aim to scale and explore joint project ideas with an Austrian partner, with the potential to apply together for a future ESA Phi-Lab Austria call.
We currently have only 1–2 remaining spots for Czech companies. Registration is possible by contacting Anna Ruščák, ESA Technology Broker Czechia, at ruscak@tc.cz.
Why participate?
This in-person matchmaking event is designed for companies that want to move beyond networking and into real collaboration. The goal is to:
- Connect Czech and Austrian upstream companies at CEO and decision-maker level
- Enable partners to get to know each other in depth
- Support the joint preparation of a concrete project, with the ambition to scale one specific product or technology
- Lay the foundation for future consortia applying to upcoming ESA Phi-Lab Austria calls.
What to expect
- 1 full day of focused interaction
- 10 company pitches from selected upstream players
- Unlimited networking opportunities with carefully matched partners
- Direct access to ESA Phi-Lab Austria, Brimatech, and Technology Centre Prague
The event is intentionally limited in size to ensure high-quality discussions, meaningful partner matching, and sufficient time to explore joint project ideas with real market and scaling potential.
Event details
Czech–Austrian Upstream Matchmaking Day 2026
Connecting Czech and Austrian upstream companies, fostering concrete collaboration
📅 18 March 2026, 9:30-15:30
📍 ESA Phi-Lab Austria, Office Park 2, 1300 Vienna Airport, Austria
Who should register?
- CEOs / top decision-makers of upstream space technology companies
- Companies with a clear product or technology ready for further development or scaling
- Teams motivated to co-develop a joint project with Austrian partners and explore ESA-related opportunities
Austrian companies – planned participants
In addition to current Phi-Lab “Philabees,” the following Austrian upstream entities are expected to participate:
- RHP Technology – advanced materials, thermal and insulation solutions
- AAC (Aerospace & Advanced Composites) – material development, testing, and ESA qualification
- FOTEC – applied R&D, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing technologies
- Space-Lock – space mechanisms and release systems
- Testfuchs – aerospace and space testing and validation systems
- Beyond Gravity – launch vehicle and satellite structural components
- TTTech – avionics, deterministic networking, and safety-critical systems
- LCM (Linz Center of Mechatronics) – mechatronic R&D and system design
- PROFACTOR – manufacturing technologies and automation
- Silicon Alps Cluster – electronics, microelectronics, and embedded systems ecosystem
These organizations have expressed interest in technology, manufacturing, and R&D cooperation with Czech partners.
Expected contribution from participants
Participation requires active involvement:
- A 5–7 minute pitch (in English) covering:
- core technical competencies of the company,
- one product or technology proposed for further development or scaling,
- the type of partner or cooperation sought.
The pitch is mandatory and will be used to support structured matchmaking.