Join us for the 2026 ESA EO Commercialisation Forum
Held in Seville (Spain) from 12 to 14 May 2026, the 3rd ESA Earth Observation Commercialisation Forum will give attendees the opportunity to meet institutions, industry leaders, start-ups, investors, users and entrepreneurs, and connect with potential partners while staying ahead of key Earth observation market trends and challenges.
The 3rd ESA Earth Observation Commercialisation Forum (ESA CommEO) will take place from 12 to 14 May 2026 at the prestigious Hotel Meliá Lebreros (Seville, Spain). Organised by ESA Φ-lab and supported by the Spanish Space Agency, the event will bring together the global Earth observation ecosystem for three days of insight, innovation, and high-level networking.
This years’ edition is focused on the latest trends arising in the Earth observation commercial market, featuring an engaging programme that includes keynote speeches, panel discussions, exhibitor booths, and curated matchmaking opportunities designed to foster new partnerships and boost commercial growth within the Earth observation sector.
The programme is divided into three key axes – ‘Strategy, Finance & Market Dynamics’, ‘Earth Intelligence, AI & Commercial Adoption’ and ‘Key Verticals & Future Capabilities’, creating a well-rounded experience that caters to diverse interests, expertise levels and strategic priorities.
For the first time, the event will offer dedicated sponsorship opportunities, giving organisations the chance to strengthen relationships with end users, institutions, entrepreneurs, and investors. Sponsors will also be able to generate qualified leads by connecting directly with key stakeholders who are actively shaping the future of Earth observation commercialisation.
The event will also feature various parallel sessions, from matchmaking with investors and exploring commercial opportunities in Africa, to supporting New Space companies and exploring Copernicus Contributing Missions.
While the event has a strong focus on commercialisation, it also supports innovation. The top three finalists of the ESA Φ-lab Grand Marathon will pitch their Earth observation-based solutions aimed at protecting civilians in disaster and public-safety contexts.
For the third year, ESA CommEO will give start-ups the opportunity to compete for the CommEO Award. Powered by ESA and Creative Destruction Lab (CDL-Milan), the 3rd ESA CommEO Award is designed for ambitious, early-stage startups looking to anchor their technical innovation in a robust commercial strategy. Prizes include a guaranteed interview for the Creative Destruction Lab’s Global CDL Space Programme, a € 25.000 voucher for ESA Third Party Missions (TPM) data, a € 10.000 voucher for OVHcloud’s cloud computing services, and a free admission to this event.
A great event goes beyond keynote speeches and panel discussions: attendees will have the opportunity to network during the event’s Gala Dinner and wander through the Seville’s grand plazas during the event’s social activity.
More information about the event and registrations is available on the ESA CommEO website.
To know more: ESA CommEO, ESA Φ-lab, Spanish Space Agency, Creative Destruction Lab (CDL-Milan)
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