This year’s Deep Tech Atelier (May 15-16) brings the future of space innovation to center stage. On May 15, the Deep Frontier Stage will explore how space is becoming commercial, collaborative, and crucial to our global future.
Horizon Europe Info Days aims to inform potential applicants about the funding opportunities within the Work Programme 2025 of the Horizon Europe Cluster 4 "Digital, Industry and Space".
Riga Technical University, in collaboration with Aalto University and Stockholm University, invites students and academic staff to participate in the Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme - Space Industry-Science Workshop. Starting August 18, this unique programme offers hands-on experience in space mission planning with leading experts. Applications are open until May 31, 2025.
The Ministry of Education and Science invites all Latvian space sector stakeholders to contribute to shaping Latvia’s strategic involvement in the upcoming ESA Council Meeting at Ministerial Level (CM25) for the 2026–2028 period.
The 9th edition of the CASSINI Hackathon, a key initiative under the European Commission’s space entrepreneurship program, will take place from 16–18 May 2025 in Vilnius, Lithuania, alongside several other European cities. Under the theme “Space for Healthcare,” this year’s event invites participants from Europe—especially the Baltic region—to co-create space-based solutions to modern health challenges.
The Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD) welcomes Latvia’s Federation of Security and Defence Industries (FSDI), amplifying Europe’s defence voice with Baltic perspectives. Strengthening cross-border collaboration and resilience in European security and industry.
Registration is now open for the upcoming ESA Briefing, which will present the next Requesting Party Activities (RPA) call — including its structure, funding opportunities, and how Latvian companies and research institutions can get involved.
ECSECO Spring School, organized by the European Centre for Space Economy and Commerce (ECSECO), is happening for the very first time in Riga, Latvia! Set to take place on May 14th, this exclusive event is a side event to the Baltic’s premier deep tech gathering — Deep Tech Atelier (May 15–16), and will be hosted at the Riga Technical University (RTU).
On April 15, an informational seminar was held at the Ministry of Education and Science for representatives of the Latvian space industry regarding the European Space Agency (ESA) GSTP Optional Program.
12 April 1961 was the date of the first human space flight, carried out by Yuri Gagarin, a Soviet citizen. This historic event opened the way for space exploration for the benefit of all humanity.
Europe’s space industry gathered at the European Space Agency (ESA) in the Netherlands on 3–4 April to gain insights into the future of space in Europe. Also Latvia delegation participated in the event.
On April 15, an informational seminar will be held at the Ministry of Education and Science for representatives of the Latvian space industry regarding the European Space Agency (ESA) GSTP Optional Program. There are no free places left for the one-on-one meetings, but it is possible to register for the seminar until 10th April.
NRG Solutions, a space technology company, has been accepted into the European Space Agency's Business Incubation Centre in Latvia "ESA BIC Latvia" support programme. This is the first company to be admitted to the incubation programme, which is expected to support at least 12 start-ups over a five-year period.
On April 10, from 10:00 to 17:00, Riga Technical University’s (RTU) Science and Innovation Centre will host the second Innovation Ecosystem Summit, «Innovate360°».
On March 19, during an official visit to India by Latvia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Baiba Braze, a high-level meeting was held with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Latvia’s space industry was represented by the Latvian Space Industry Association (LAIK), with Mihails Ščepanskis, CEO of Deep Space Energy, and Pavels Razmajevs from Eventech.
From 25 to 27 March 2025, Riga, Latvia, hosted the 8th meeting of the Expert Group on Integrated Global Accounts. The first day of the meeting was dedicated to a workshop on the space economy thematic account, where delegates from the European Statistical System (ESS) and National Space agencies gathered to discuss the rapidly evolving space sector.
Today, on 26 March, the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia, the Ministry of Economics, and the State Space Agency of Ukraine signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in research and peaceful use of space.
The European Space Agency has published its strategy approaching challenges and opportunities up to 2040. Strategy 2040 is framed around five encompassing goals, each of which has specific objectives assigned.
The EU Space Days is the most significant event of the European Union when it comes to space policy, business and innovation. Organised by the European Commission under the auspices of the Polish Presidency, this year’s edition lands in Gdańsk, a thriving hub for space. Adding to the city’s space credentials, Gdańsk is also home to the Polish Space Agency (POLSA).
On 15 and 16 May, Riga will host the Deep Tech Atelier 2025 conference, the largest science-intensive industry event in the Baltics. The event will bring together more than 1500 scientists, technology experts, entrepreneurs, investors, as well as representatives of public administration and public organisations with the aim of establishing new collaborations and promoting business development in knowledge-intensive industries.
From 11th to 13th March, the Steering Committee (STC) and Coordination Committee (COOC) of the European Union Space Surveillance and Tracking (EU SST) Partnership convened for their regular meeting at the Academic Centre of the University of Latvia in Riga.
The Big Data from Space (BiDS) 2025 conference will be held from 29th September to 3rd October in Riga, Latvia, marking the seventh edition of this globally recognized event. The official call for papers and satellite events is now open, and interested participants will find all the latest updates on the conference website at https://www.bigdatafromspace2025.org.
Latvian space technology start-ups can apply for the European Space Agency Business Incubation Centre "ESA BIC Latvia" incubation programme. The programme will support 12 start-ups over the next five years with €60,000 each in funding, mentoring, advice and other support.
On March 6, 2025, Europe’s Ariane 6 rocket successfully launched for the second time from French Guiana, delivering the CSO-3 satellite into orbit. This milestone marks the first commercial flight of the Ariane 6 (Flight VA263), with all phases of the mission executing flawlessly, including the reignition of the Auxiliary Propulsion Unit (APU) and the third boost of the Vinci engine.
On 3-4 April 2025, ESA is organising an information event for industry dedicated to the upcoming ESA Council at Ministerial Level in November.
On February 28, 2025, the Latvian Academy of Sciences (LAS) held a ceremony to recognize scientists and research groups whose work was among the twelve most significant scientific achievements in 2024. One of the achievements was Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry applied research "European launcher Ariane-6 first flight with cryogenic insulation material developed in Latvia".
This is a significant opportunity for national and regional stakeholders to influence the future of space policy and EU funding. With consultations now open, stakeholders are invited to shape the direction of European space initiatives, ensuring that investments and policies align with the evolving needs of both local and global communities.
Nearly 14 million euros will be available to support innovation for students, and new projects can be launched by the end of the year. Meanwhile, in the previous grant program, students of Riga Technical University (RTU) began developing technologies for rocket launches, and the team continues the work with the support of a company.
As part of the EO-BALP project, Baltic Satellite Service and Lithuanian, Estonian, and Latvian partners have created various apps available on the GEOHUB platform, including Forest Monitoring Service. This application allows users to access satellite data to monitor clear-cut and forest health risks.
On February 6th, Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and Minister of Education and Science Anda Čakša visited the Engineering Research Institute Ventspils International Radio Astronomy Centre (ERI VIRAC) of Ventspils University of Applied Sciences (VUAS), to discuss Latvia's technological opportunities. Following their visit to ERI VIRAC, the Prime Minister and Minister A. Čakša emphasized the importance of the infrastructure in Irbene at both national and international levels.
