
Stefan Schneider
Space Downstream Entrepreneurship Officer
EU Agency for the Space Programme
Stefan is employed at the European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA), where he contributes to the success of the European Space Programme, focusing on service delivery, applications, and market development. He has supported many European start-ups and entrepreneurs in harnessing space-based investments to create innovative applications that drive economic growth in Europe. Currently, at EUSPA, Stefan is involved in CASSINI, the EU's €1 billion initiative aimed at fostering entrepreneurship in the space sector.
The Cassini Initiative is an EU-backed program aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the European space sector, particularly leveraging Earth observation, satellite navigation, and secure connectivity.
🚀 Cutting-Edge Space Tech: CASSINI is at the forefront of space-based applications, like working on projects that use satellite data for climate monitoring, urban planning, and disaster response etc.
💶 EU Support & Funding: CASSINI means access to funding, resources, and top-tier collaborations with the VC funds and major industry players.