ESA brings public and private capital together to accelerate Europe’s space economy

Agency ESA brings public and private capital together to accelerate Europe’s space economy 21/09/2026 820 views 19 likes ESA / About Us / Business with ESA Paris, 18 September 2026 – Access to appropriate finance is becoming a strategic enabler of Europe’s space ambitions. At ESA Headquarters in Paris, investors, financial institutions, industry leaders, European institutions and policymakers, representing close to 200 participants, came together for the Investor Forum 2026 to explore how public demand and private capital can work together to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness, industrial capabilities and commercial growth. Financing the next phase of European space growth The European space investment landscape is evolving rapidly. An increasing number of European space companies are attracting private investment, expanding industrial capabilities and entering international markets, demonstrating the potential to build globally competitive businesses. The next phase of growth will require a broader range of capital, including growth equity, commercial debt and project finance.…