Our Matchmaking Events
CASSINI Matchmaking offers a host of in-person and online events - Join our community hub to express your interest in attending.
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Small Satellite Conference
The Small Satellite Conference is the leading global event for the small satellite industry, bringing together experts, startups, government agencies, and investors to explore advancements in technology, applications, and market trends. Focused on commercialisation, policy, and innovation, it fosters collaboration across the space ecosystem.
For its 40th edition, the CASSINI team will be on-site, partnering with the organisers to support European space companies and strengthen EU-US connections.
Why join CASSINI at SmallSat?
- Receive a free day pass to join the event
- Showcase your solutions to the US space ecosystem with a dedicated booth opportunity
- Join an invite-only EU focused networking event
Hurry up! Registrations close on 31 July 2026.
Upcoming Events
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World Space Business Week
The World Space Business Week – the leading global business space event – brings together decision makers under the same roof for a week of deal-making and intense discussions shaping the future of the industry.
For the first time, CASSINI Matchmaking will be joining this high-profile conference, with a select group of start-ups to showcase the success stories and rising stars within the European space sector. From networking, matchmaking and an exhibition this is set to be a highly impactful event.
Why join CASSINI at the World Space Business Week?
*Receive an entry pass to the event summits
*Make use of the CASSINI booth and LED screens to showcase your start-up
*Access the invite-only evening event with investors and corporates
Hurry up! Registrations close on 31 July!
For the first time, CASSINI Matchmaking will be joining this high-profile conference, with a select group of start-ups to showcase the success stories and rising stars within the European space sector. From networking, matchmaking and an exhibition this is set to be a highly impactful event.
Why join CASSINI at the World Space Business Week?
*Receive an entry pass to the event summits
*Make use of the CASSINI booth and LED screens to showcase your start-up
*Access the invite-only evening event with investors and corporates
Hurry up! Registrations close on 31 July!
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High Tech Venture Days
HTVD is one of Europe's premier events, hosting one of Europe's leading matching programs for start-ups, venture capital investors and corporates. The primary focus is on hardware, specifically industrial high-tech and B2B within six key segments: Space & Defense, CleanTech, Electronics, Manufacturing, Materials and Mobility.
Hosting more than 180 investment professionals, CASSINI Matchmaking will be returning again in 2026 with a carefully selected curation of leading European space start-ups and its flagship Matchmaking programme.
Why join CASSINI at HTVD?
*Receive a free ticket to join the event on all days
*Pitch your company on HTVD main stage to all participants
*Access private 1-1 matchmaking opportunities with 150+ HTVD investors
Hurry up! Registrations close on 30 September 2026.
Hosting more than 180 investment professionals, CASSINI Matchmaking will be returning again in 2026 with a carefully selected curation of leading European space start-ups and its flagship Matchmaking programme.
Why join CASSINI at HTVD?
*Receive a free ticket to join the event on all days
*Pitch your company on HTVD main stage to all participants
*Access private 1-1 matchmaking opportunities with 150+ HTVD investors
Hurry up! Registrations close on 30 September 2026.
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Space Tech Expo
Space Tech Expo is Europe's premier gathering for space professionals and brings together over 700 exhibitors and 8000 industry professionals across 4 unique conferences. It provides a globally recognised environment that fosters meaningful business connections and will again host CASSINI Matchmaking, supporting leading European start-ups.
Why join CASSINI at Space Tech Expo?
*Pitch your company on Space Tech Expo main stage to all industry participants
*Access our CASSINI lunch matchmaking session to network with 100 participants
*Participate to invite-only investor dinner and networking
Hurry up! Registrations close on 31 October 2026.
Why join CASSINI at Space Tech Expo?
*Pitch your company on Space Tech Expo main stage to all industry participants
*Access our CASSINI lunch matchmaking session to network with 100 participants
*Participate to invite-only investor dinner and networking
Hurry up! Registrations close on 31 October 2026.
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Nihonbashi Space Week
Nihonbashi Space Week is one of Asia's premier space business events, held in Nihonbashi, Tokyo - Japan's space industry hub. This prime event features exhibitions, conferences, pitches, workshops, and networking across venues, uniting industry, government, academia and global players for business matching and innovation.
CASSINI Matchmaking is honored to be joining this event for the first time and with a curated selection of European founders, aims to strengthen EU-Japanese connections and build relationships between key stakeholders on both continents.
Why join CASSINI at NSW?
*Gain complimentary entry to the Nihonbashi Space Week
*Join private tours of Japanese industrial sites and public institutions
*Pre-schedule 1-1 meetings with Japanese investors and corporates
*Access invite-only networking events with Japanese ecosystems
Hurry up! Registrations close on 31 July 2026.
CASSINI Matchmaking is honored to be joining this event for the first time and with a curated selection of European founders, aims to strengthen EU-Japanese connections and build relationships between key stakeholders on both continents.
Why join CASSINI at NSW?
*Gain complimentary entry to the Nihonbashi Space Week
*Join private tours of Japanese industrial sites and public institutions
*Pre-schedule 1-1 meetings with Japanese investors and corporates
*Access invite-only networking events with Japanese ecosystems
Hurry up! Registrations close on 31 July 2026.
Previous Events
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ILA Berlin Air Show
The ILA Berlin is one of Europe's leading aerospace and defense exhibitions, showcasing innovations in aviation, space, and defense sectors. The event brings together industry leaders for exhibitions, conferences, and networking.
As well as showcasing cutting-edge technologies, hosting live demonstrations, and fostering business opportunities, it will for the first time host CASSINI Matchmaking.
Why join CASSINI at ILA?
*Receive a free day pass to join the event
*Access matchmaking opportunities during invite-only networking event
*Pitch your solution to gathered investors & industry
*Showcase your prototypes within a dedicated stand at the DG DEFIS Booth
Registrations are now closed.
As well as showcasing cutting-edge technologies, hosting live demonstrations, and fostering business opportunities, it will for the first time host CASSINI Matchmaking.
Why join CASSINI at ILA?
*Receive a free day pass to join the event
*Access matchmaking opportunities during invite-only networking event
*Pitch your solution to gathered investors & industry
*Showcase your prototypes within a dedicated stand at the DG DEFIS Booth
Registrations are now closed.
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EBAN Congress
EBAN Congress is one of the most influential angel investing conferences in Europe. It contains a pool of new ideas and trends and brings together the most eminent business angels, entrepreneurs and thought leaders.
CASSINI Matchmaking will return again for 2026, supporting early-stage start-ups with the opportunity for pitch training, a pitching session and Matchmaking.
Why join CASSINI at EBAN?
*Receive a free ticket to join the event on all days.
*Access the EBAN gala dinner on 1st June and network further with EBAN investors.
*Access private 1-1 matchmaking opportunities with 100+ EBAN investors
Registrations are now closed.
CASSINI Matchmaking will return again for 2026, supporting early-stage start-ups with the opportunity for pitch training, a pitching session and Matchmaking.
Why join CASSINI at EBAN?
*Receive a free ticket to join the event on all days.
*Access the EBAN gala dinner on 1st June and network further with EBAN investors.
*Access private 1-1 matchmaking opportunities with 100+ EBAN investors
Registrations are now closed.
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Podim
With a 40-year tradition connecting the Alps-Adriatic and Western Balkans regions, Podim has positioned itself as the premier ecosystem event for Central and Eastern Europe, bringing together startups, investors, and executives.
For the first time, CASSINI Matchmaking will be joining Podim this year to celebrate European space entrepreneurship with a selection of start-ups and key stakeholders through an exhibition space, pitching and matchmaking.
For the first time, CASSINI Matchmaking will be joining Podim this year to celebrate European space entrepreneurship with a selection of start-ups and key stakeholders through an exhibition space, pitching and matchmaking.
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Nordic Space & Defense Summit
The Nordic Space & Defense Summit 2026 is a two-day event that unites space and defense tech stakeholders from Nordic and Baltic countries with the goal of becoming the go-to event in the Nordics.
Featuring unique space and defense tracks, with a strong focus on bringing together start-ups, corporates and investors, CASSINI Matchmaking is the primary partner for this year's event.
Hosting the flagship Matchmaking meetings alongside space-focused panels and a pitching session, it's set to drive the space proposition forwards in the region.
Featuring unique space and defense tracks, with a strong focus on bringing together start-ups, corporates and investors, CASSINI Matchmaking is the primary partner for this year's event.
Hosting the flagship Matchmaking meetings alongside space-focused panels and a pitching session, it's set to drive the space proposition forwards in the region.
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European Space Conference (Side-Event)
The Europoean Space conference explores critical decisions shaping Europe's space ecosystem for the next decade, including the future EU Space Programme, ESA Ministerial Council outcomes and EU funding frameworks.
CASSINI Matchmaking is hosting a side-event in the city of Brussels on Day 1 of the conference, hosting a workshop to unite investors and start-ups as well as a pitching session and dedicated space matchmaking.
Registration: CLOSED.
CASSINI Matchmaking is hosting a side-event in the city of Brussels on Day 1 of the conference, hosting a workshop to unite investors and start-ups as well as a pitching session and dedicated space matchmaking.
Registration: CLOSED.
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Slush
Slush brings together a curated crowd of top-tier founders, operators, backers, and media in Helsinki to fuel bold new ventures. With over 6000 start-ups, 3500 investors and 600 side-events Slush is a globally leading event. CASSINI Matchmaking will be returning for the third year running with its own high-profile booth offering a select group of start-ups the opportunity to showcase their technologies and network with a global audience.
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Space Tech Expo
Space Tech Expo is Europe's premier gathering for space professionals and brings together over 700 exhibitors and 8000 industry professionals across 4 unique conferences. It provides a globally recognised environment that fosters meaningful business connections and will host CASSINI's dedicated 1:1 Matchmaking and the invaluable opportunity to connect and engage with its supported founders and investors around key topics.
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Barcelona Deep Tech Summit
The Barcelona Deep Tech Summit is an annual event designed to inspire, connect, showcase, and create within the Deep Tech ecosystem. Through keynotes and high-level sessions, the summit's key focus areas include SpaceTech, energy, sustainability, Industry 4.0 and digital health. It connects startups, researchers, investors, and corporations to collaborate on revolutionary solutions to complex global challenges. The event also showcases groundbreaking innovations from leading Deep Tech startups to key stakeholders, including investors, corporations, and public institutions. By fostering entrepreneurship within the scientific community, the summit accelerates the transfer of knowledge and innovation from research to market.
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High Tech Venture Days (HTVD)
HTVD is a class-leading event hosting one of Europe's leading matchmaking programs for Start-Ups, Venture Capital Investors and Corporates. The focus is on hardware, specifically industrial high-tech e.g. IP-based technologies and B2B within space & defense, cleantech, electronics, manufacturing and mobility. CASSINI Matchmaking is delighted to again showcase five carefully selected start-ups to over 180 of the continent's leading investment professionals with 1:1 Matchmaking taking place across both days.
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CASSINI Entrepreneurship Days
The flagship event of EUSPA - The CASSINI Entrepreneurship Days - returns for the 2025 edition in October. It brings together the most promising start-ups and stakeholders from within the European EUSpace and CASSINI ecosystems.
This year EUSPA is joining forces with colleagues from EUDIS to showcase not only space, but also defense innovation With over 400 participants, multiple panel and pitching sessions as well a keynotes from EUSpace thought leaders, this is not an event to miss out on.
This year EUSPA is joining forces with colleagues from EUDIS to showcase not only space, but also defense innovation With over 400 participants, multiple panel and pitching sessions as well a keynotes from EUSpace thought leaders, this is not an event to miss out on.
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Small Satellite Conference
The Small Satellite Conference is the leading global event for the small satellite industry, bringing together experts, startups, government agencies, and investors to explore advancements in technology, applications, and market trends. Focused on commercialisation, policy, and innovation, it fosters collaboration across the space ecosystem.
For its 39th edition, the CASSINI team will be on-site, partnering with the organisers to support European space companies and strengthen EU-US connections.
For its 39th edition, the CASSINI team will be on-site, partnering with the organisers to support European space companies and strengthen EU-US connections.
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EBAN Annual Congress
The 2025 EBAN Annual Congress in Copenhagen, Denmark will bring together 500+ angel investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts from around the globe to explore the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges in the startup ecosystem. From insightful sessions and workshops to engaging keynotes and cultural activities. CASSINI Matchmaking will also be attending, details to be confirmed shortly. Please check back again soon.
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EU Space Days @ Infoshare
The EU Space Days, formerly known as EU Space Week, is the most important event of the Union when it comes to space policy and the EU Space Programme. The event brings together policymakers, space industry actors, and entrepreneurs to share knowledge and experiences on how businesses, governments, and society at large benefit from the EU Space Programme. Hosted by Infoshare, CASSINI will be present for the third edition of its flagship Matchmaking event that includes the opportunity to meet leading #EUSpace start-ups, engage with pitching founders and dedicated 1:1 Matchmaking.
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Rome Startup Week
Rome Startup Week is a key event for the Italian start-up ecosystem and offers a plethora of activities and opportunities dedicated to supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs, innovators and tech enthusiasts. As the largest tech festival in Rome it focuses on themes surrounding SpaceTech, AI, Industry 2.0, mobility to name a few, and will host CASSINI Matchmaking activities including start-up exhibitions, 1:1 matchmaking and pitching.
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Hello Tomorrow
The Hello Tomorrow Global Summit, one of Europe’s premier deep-tech destinations that will once again host CASSINI Matchmaking. Bringing together over 3000 industry leaders, the event directly supports investors, start-ups and corporates to foster innovation and investing in future technologies and founders. CASSINI Matchmaking will showcase 12 leading start-ups from the EU Space sector and enable 1:1 matchmaking with the opportunity to meet leading members from EUSPA and the European Commission.
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17th European Space Conference
The 17th European Space Conference is a unique platform that explores the current status of Europe’s space endeavours through a series of high-level dialogues and hosts in-depth, engaging, and forward-thinking discussions about the future direction of European space initiatives. The conference will host CASSINI Matchmaking's first event of 2025 with the opportunity to meet initiative representatives and leading space start-ups.
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Luxembourg Space Week
Organised on an annual basis, the NewSpace Europe conference takes place under the Luxembourg Space Week and is the perfect occasion to network with representatives of start-ups, space agencies, investors and managers involved in the new space economy. It also aims to highlight the contribution of the space sector to the development of terrestrial activities, such as agriculture, maritime transport, or the automotive sector among others.
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Slush
Slush is a global leader in the founder-focused innovation space and for 2024 CASSINI will host its own Matchmaking activities. A dedicated two hour side event includes a cross-vertical panel discussion, an exclusive 'Space Dating' show and 1:1 matchmaking, all whilst surrounded by more than 13k entrepreneurs from all corners of the globe.
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Space Tech Expo
Space Tech Bremen stands as the premier B2B gathering for the European space sector. Throughout the event, visitors can anticipate encountering a diverse array of space technologies used in manufacturing processes. The event is recognised as the leading showcase for space manufacturing and testing services, and is regarded as a flagship event in the space industry calendar.
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European Space Investors Days (@ IAC)
The IAC is the one place and time of the year where all global space actors come together. CASSINI is co-hosting an exclusive Investor's Day celebration alongside key stakeholders including ESA, SpaceFounders and CNES. This event includes 1 to one matchmaking as well as the Space Finance Lab that highlights core synergies between the finance and space sectors.
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HIGHTECH VENTURE DAYS
As one of the leading High Tech venture gatherings in Europe, Dresden will once again host CASSINI Matchmaking. Focusing on matching start-ups, venture capital investors and corporates, HTVD provides an invaluable opportunity to network with more than 170 industry professionals with around 40 of Europe's leading entrepreneurs attending.
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European Rover Challenge 2024
The European Rover Challenge brings together leading experts, astronauts and visionaries from all corners of the space industry, to deliver insightful content on themes including Mars, Moon and Earth. With a particular focus on space exploration, sustainability and commercialisation, it is formidable host for one of this year’s CASSINI Matchmaking events.
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CASSINI Entrepreneurship Days
The CASSINI Entrepreneurship Days brings together the most promising space start-ups and leading investors in Europe. EUSPA's flagship event hosted this year by La Fabrika in Prague, promises to deliver 2 days of networking and thoughtful discussions about pioneering developments in the sector.
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EBAN Congress
EBAN Congress is one of the most influential angel investing conferences in Europe. It contains a pool of new ideas and trends and brings together the most eminent business angels, entrepreneurs and thought leaders.
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Impact’24
The Impact’24 Conference in Poznan, featuring Michelle Obama as a keynote speaker, will host the third CASSINI Matchmaking of 2024. This event will unite pioneering leaders across diverse verticals and industries under one roof, with a dedicated 1 to 1 meeting space, in the heart of the CEE region.
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Hello Tomorrow Global Summit
The Hello Tomorrow Global Summit will host the inaugural CASSINI Matchmaking event of 2024. This event as one of Europe’s premier deep-tech destinations, will host an exclusive CASSINI side-event with a start-up pitching competition, 1 to 1 meetings and networking.
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Vytah Space Business Conference
The Vytah Space Business Conference in Bratislava will host the second CASSINI Matchmaking of 2024. Providing a deep-dive into three key focus areas: Software, Hardware and Exploration, this conference highlights the rising stars within the Central and Eastern European region with 1 to 1 Matchmaking to meet them.
Stellar matches for your business
Whether you are a company, corporate, or investor, CASSINI Matchmaking provides tailored connections to meet your specific needs.
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For Companies
Are you a growing start-up, scale-up or SME in the European space sector? Gain access to the right people and accelerate your business growth.
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For Corporates
Is your organisation seeking fresh insights and innovative perspectives? Collaborate with Europe’s leading space companies and capitalise on your next partnership opportunity.
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For Investors
Whether you’re new to the sector, a seasoned investor or simply curious about investing in space companies, CASSINI Matchmaking can provide you with tailored deal flow.
How it works?
Our straightforward registration and onboarding process enables seamless integration of your organisation into our online community. Simply click “Join the Matchmaking”, complete your profile, and once verified, you can express interest in future events directly from the hub’s homepage.
Even if you are not selected for a specific event, a complete community hub profile ensures you remain visible to relevant stakeholders all year round, and you will be notified if the team identifies potential matches for you.
Even if you are not selected for a specific event, a complete community hub profile ensures you remain visible to relevant stakeholders all year round, and you will be notified if the team identifies potential matches for you.
For Companies
Click 'Join the Matchmaking' to register into our Community Hub
Complete your profile onboarding once approved
Express interest in future events from the hub's homepage and/or be directly selected
Meet and be introduced to key stakeholders
Congratulations, you have a tailor-made match!
For Corporates
Click 'Join the Matchmaking' to register into our Community Hub
Complete your profile onboarding
Express interest in future events from the hub's homepage and/or be directly selected
Meet with start-ups handpicked to align with your strategic interests
Engage with the online community to stay connected to the CASSINI network
For Investors
Click 'Join the Matchmaking' to register into our Community Hub
Complete your profile onboarding
Meet your selected companies at our flagship events
Engage with the wider community and attend quarterly investor webinars
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About CASSINI Matchmaking
The CASSINI Matchmaking offers step-by-step support to start-up, scaleup companies and SMEs in the preparation for matchmaking with investors and corporates, to improve their ability to attract venture capital funding and form industrial partnerships. With this initiative, companies will raise their rate of growth, corporates and institutional partners will find solutions to their needs and investors will obtain a deal-flow of investment-ready companies.