NewSpace Europe

NeoSpace Challenge

NeoSpace Challenge

NeoSpace Europe, where talents and industry meet

Talent development is one of Luxembourg’s main focuses, which is why for the first time since its initiation, NeoSpace Europe introduces a brand-new concept entirely dedicated to talents.

The Luxembourg Space Agency cordially invites final-year Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students from across the world, enrolled in space-related programmes, to test their skills against real-world challenges issued by Luxembourg industry leaders. This intensive two-day event offers a unique chance to work on use-cases currently faced within the sector while collaborating with peers from different backgrounds. It’s an opportunity to build valuable experience, connect with relevant companies, and put your academic knowledge into practice.

Requirements:

  • Academic alignment: Enrolled in a space-related field of study.
  • Academic level: Final-year Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD candidates.
  • Eligibility: Open to international students globally (please note that visa sponsorship is not provided).
NeoSpace Europe, where talents and industry meet

from 2026-10-19 to 2026-10-20

In Luxembourg

How to participate

Solo

Call for candidates

Don’t have a team yet? No worries—simply apply individually and we’ll match you with a group of your peers. It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet new people and build a fresh network of future colleagues from all over the world. You’ll get to exchange ideas with students from different backgrounds, discover new ways of problem-solving, and experience the kind of vibrant, international collaboration that defines the space sector.  Simply fill the form by clicking on the button bellow.

Apply Here

Teams

Call for candidates

If you already have a team (of 6 members max), apply here. Push the boundaries of your collective expertise, leverage your individual strengths and merge them into one single, complementary unit. Operating under a banner of your choice, your group will advance a shared mission under the supervision of industry experts. Each member must complete the form below and specify their team affiliation to register.

Apply here

Challenges

Luxembourg’s space ecosystem is built on a unique synergy where technical innovation aligns with legal frameworks, and commercial viability. As a global hub for the orbital economy and space resources, the Grand Duchy often operates on uncharted grounds to fill existing gaps within the global space sector.

By participating, you will step directly into this model, addressing the multifaceted hurdles that local companies face in their journey towards success and how it translates on the international stage. This involves developing innovative solutions for satellite systems, robotics, and AI, making viable business models and market strategies while simultaneously navigating the international treaties and licensing frameworks that govern the sector’s evolution.

Teams are formed and challenges are announced several weeks before the event. This period allows participants to establish a workflow, align with their teammates, and begin preliminary work on their projects.

Discover the different thematics below.

Technical Challenge

Innovative solutions to address key technological challenges

Regulatory Challenge

Frameworks or improvements adapted to the sector’s evolution

Economic Challenge

Development of viable business models for the space industry

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Scholarship

Scholarship

To ensure that students from diverse backgrounds are able to participate, scholarships will be offered to all selected candidates, helping reduce financial barriers.

Scholarship support includes:

  • 150 euros contribution for travel expenses
  • Two nights of accommodation in Luxembourg during the challenge (breakfast included)
  • Catered lunch provided

Other advantages: 

  • Full access to the NeoSpace Europe event