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Instituto Pedro Nunes

Instituto Pedro Nunes is a Portuguese innovation and technology transfer organisation dedicated to bridging the gap between science, technology, and industry. Operating through six specialised laboratories — materials, automatics, informatics, geotechnics, corrosion, and phytopathology — IPN combines research and technological development with consultancy and advanced services. It also supports entrepreneurship through incubation and acceleration programmes and delivers specialised training as a certified VET provider.

With around 130 staff members, IPN manages more than 60 R&D projects annually and participates in over 170 dissemination activities each year, contributing actively to national and international innovation networks. It hosts ESA BIC Portugal and has extensive experience in mentoring, coaching, and supporting entrepreneurs, researchers, and companies across the full innovation cycle.

https://www.ipn.pt
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QUASAR – Human Capital

QUASAR is a strategic consultancy focused on human capital development in high-technology sectors, particularly aerospace. Through its Innovation Center, the company analyses the organisational and workforce implications of technological disruption, fostering stronger alignment between academia, industry, and evolving labour market needs.

QSR is actively engaged in European aerospace skills ecosystems, contributing to industry associations and sectoral skills initiatives. The company develops and delivers methodologies to attract, develop, and retain specialised talent, undertaking projects in needs analysis, traineeships, international mobility, behavioural and technical training, and organisational performance improvement. Its strong industry network supports policy engagement at local, national, and European levels.

https://www.qsr.consulting
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GISIG – Geographical Information Systems International Group Association

GISIG is a European non-profit SME association specialising in geospatial technologies and applications. With multidisciplinary expertise in GIS tools and domains such as land planning, risk management, and climate adaptation, GISIG promotes technology transfer from research to industry.

Over the past 30 years, GISIG has coordinated and participated in numerous EU education, research, and innovation programmes. It has played a leading role in large-scale skills initiatives in the Earth Observation and geo-information sectors, including alliance-building and sectoral partnerships under the Pact for Skills. The association also supports thematic networks, dissemination, and capacity-building activities, including e-learning and digital skills development for SMEs.

http://www.gisig.eu
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Fondazione E. Amaldi

Fondazione E. Amaldi is the foundation of the Italian Space Agency, established to facilitate technology transfer and innovation in the space sector. Operating in Rome and Turin, FEA supports the development of products and services based on satellite data and is part of the ESA Space Solutions Network.

The foundation has strong expertise in project and financial management, market and technology analysis, and the development of innovative financial instruments. It plays a key role in fostering the New Space Economy in Italy and Europe, including through its involvement in venture capital initiatives and the Space Finance Observatory. FEA operates across six departments covering business applications, finance for innovation, Earth observation, advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and enabling technologies.

https://www.fondazioneamaldi.it
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Eupportunity

Eupportunity is a multidisciplinary consultancy with extensive expertise in European affairs. Its team includes former advisers from the European Parliament, Commission, and Council, as well as senior representatives from EU associations, public administrations, and the private sector.

The organisation specialises in communication, dissemination, and exploitation activities, including the development of policy recommendations and targeted outreach to EU-level policymakers. Eupportunity also supports business sectors in designing tailored strategies, drawing on its internally developed EU monitoring system. This system enables in-depth analysis of legislative developments, funding opportunities, and external cooperation initiatives involving third countries.

https://eupportunity.eu/
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European Forum of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (EfVET)

Established in 1991, EfVET is a European umbrella association representing more than 350 VET stakeholders across over 40 countries. Its network reaches approximately 1,500 VET providers, 200,000 professionals, and 2 million learners. EfVET works to ensure that vocational education and training has a strong voice in European policy and practice discussions.

The association promotes policy dialogue, networking, and knowledge exchange among its members and actively supports dissemination and stakeholder engagement in European initiatives. Its Annual Conference gathers over 300 participants each year. EfVET is a signatory of several EU skills partnerships, including the Pact for Skills and the Space Data, Services and Applications initiative.

https://www.qsr.consulting
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Stichting DOTSPACE

Founded in 2016, DOTSPACE operates within a triple helix innovation framework that brings together academia, industry, and government to stimulate economic and social development. The foundation focuses on generating value across innovation chains in domains such as Space, Digital, Cities, Energy, and Climate.

Its core activities include engagement, open innovation, and capacity building. DOTSPACE fosters collaboration through events, webinars, and networking initiatives, supporting the creation of new solutions and applications. By strengthening cross-sector synergies, the organisation contributes to innovation ecosystems that connect research, entrepreneurship, and public policy.

https://www.groundstation.space/dotspace/
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Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Founded in 1925, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki is the largest university in Greece and one of the largest in Southeastern Europe. With 11 Faculties and 41 Schools, it serves more than 64,000 undergraduate and 10,000 postgraduate and PhD students, including a strong international community.

The university participates in thousands of national and European projects, with significant experience in education, training, and lifelong learning initiatives. It has been active in the Erasmus Programme since 1987 and was awarded the Diploma Supplement Label by the European Commission. AUTh is widely recognised for its academic excellence, international engagement, and strong research infrastructure.

https://www.auth.gr/en/homepage/
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