Quasar

Quasar is a call for startups promoted by PrimoSpace and g-nous, which aims at identifying the most promising early-stage ventures operating in the Italian space sector to help them thrive in the industry ecosystem. Who are we looking for ⬇️ 🚀 Early-stage startups (already established or soon to be established) with high technology potential in three macro-categories: ✅ Space Infrastructure (In-Space propulsion, Space debris mitigation, Intersatellite communication, Space miniaturization) ✅ Space-Enabled Applications (Logistics & Mobility, Environmental monitoring & Agritech, Insurtech, IoT & Connectivity) ✅ Tech For Space (Data Management & Cybersecurity solutions, Advanced materials & Energy solutions, Edge computing & Quantum tech) How it works ⬇️ 🗓️ Call opening: 28/09/2021 ✅ Applications will be collected through a dedicated form available on the official website ✅ All the applications will be evaluated by a team of experts considering the fit with the space sector, the innovation potential and the quality of the team ✅ The six most promising teams will have the chance to go through a short mentoring program tailored to their specific needs, provided by industry experts in four main domains: Technology, Business, Fundraising, Legal & policy 🗓️ Call Closing: 22/10/2021 🎤 The six teams will present their startups during the final event in front of an audience of investors, industry players and institutions. The event, which will be held in Milan on December 3, 2021, will be an opportunity to discuss the most relevant developments of the New Space Economy and create new opportunities for collaboration between the actors of the ecosystem. 🛰️ Space is calling - Apply now to ignite the Italian space ecosystem!