On 11 September 2025, the European Space Agency will host the Access to Space Club Session – a dedicated event for commercial propulsion and launcher developers to exchange needs, constraints, and strategic priorities.
The session is part of FLPP, ESA’s programme for future space transportation, which supports a connected and commercially competitive space sector across Europe.
It brings together industry participants to connect around the FIRST!, THRUST!, and BEST! initiatives, covering high-thrust propulsion, reusable boosters, and sustainable launch system architectures.
Morning Session
The morning will feature a look into FLPP’s perspectives for 2026 – 2028 and pitches from selected participants.
Afternoon Session
The afternoon will feature working groups and 1:1 meetings with targeted discussions with the European SpaceTech industry on current challenges, future mission needs, and areas for alignment. Opportunities for 1:1 meetings between industry participants and with ESA will also be provided.
Preliminary Agenda
| 9:30 – 10:30 | Doors Open |
| 10:30 – 11:30 | Status of BEST!, THRUST! and FIRST! initiatives Perspectives for 2026–2028 |
| 11:30 – 12:30 | Selected pitches featuring innovative ideas from access to space initiatives |
| 12:30 – 14:00 | Lunch & Coffee |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Exchanges on stakes and challenges for 2026–2028 |
| 15:15 – 16:45 | 1:1 B2B & B2ESA sessions |
| 16:45 – 17:00 | Conclusion |
