Information
Date: 8. - 11. September 2026
Place: Bodø and Andøya, Norway
Registration:
Language: English
Price:
28 000 NOK (excl. VAT)
Add-on: Exclusive day trip to Andøya NOK 8 000 (excl. VAT)
What’s included
- Carefully curated multi-day program
- Multilingual tour guide from the German–Norwegian Chamber of Commerce
- Participation in exclusive briefings on the Norwegian space sector
- Attendance at a space seminar during Arctic Space Week
- Admission to Tech Tour Space 2026
- Official on-site group transfers
- Two networking dinners and lunches during the program
Optional: Chartered flight to Andøya, including guided tour of Andøya facilities.
What’s not included
- Hotel accommodation and flights to and from Bodø
(to be booked individually; hotel contingents will be available)
Get to know Norway’s rapidly growing space ecosystem
Join us for an exclusive study trip to Northern Norway and gain first-hand insights into one of Europe’s most dynamic and strategically important space regions. The program combines site visits, high-level briefings and participation in leading international space events, offering an outstanding platform for German and Norwegian companies to explore cooperation, business opportunities and innovation potential.
The study trip builds on the successful delegation visit in 2025 and is organized by the German–Norwegian Chamber of Commerce, in close collaboration with key Norwegian partners, including Norwegian Space Cluster and KPB.
Why this trip matters – and why now
Northern Norway is emerging as a cornerstone of Europe’s sovereign space capabilities. With the opening of the Andøya Spaceport as Europe’s first commercial launch base for small satellites, Norway has positioned itself at the forefront of space access, Arctic surveillance and dual‑use technologies.
Recent test flights by Isar Aerospace from Andøya underline the momentum of the region and its growing relevance for:
- secure and autonomous access to space,
- Earth observation and maritime surveillance,
- defense and dual-use applications,
- downstream space-enabled services.
At the same time, Bodø has developed into a vibrant new space hub, hosting startups, research institutions, public stakeholders and investors with a strong focus on security, sustainability and Arctic applications.
This study trip gives participants direct access to this ecosystem – at a moment when strategic partnerships are being formed and market opportunities are expanding rapidly.
Program highlights
Participants can expect a compact, carefully curated program, including:
- Exclusive visit to Andøya Spaceport
Insight into Europe’s first commercial launch site for small satellites, its infrastructure, future expansion plans and role in strengthening European space autonomy. - Participation in Arctic Space Week (Bodø)
Arctic Space Week brings together industry, government, defense and research stakeholders to discuss surveillance, security, innovation and investment in the High North. While the detailed program is still being finalized, the event consistently attracts key decision-makers from Norway and international partners. - Attendance at Tech Tour Space 2026 – “From seabed to orbit”
One of Europe’s leading investment and innovation events for the space sector, connecting selected space companies with top European investors, corporates and experts. The event provides valuable insights into technology trends, financing opportunities and international collaboration. - Briefings and networking with key Norwegian stakeholders
Including companies, clusters, public institutions and international participants from the Tech Tour and Arctic Space Week ecosystem. - Opportunities to present your company
Selected participants may introduce their company, solutions and cooperation interests to a targeted professional audience.
Who should attend?
The study trip is particularly suited for:
- Space and defense companies
Seeking insights into the Norwegian space ecosystem and concrete cooperation opportunities. - Technology companies and SMEs
Interested in space-enabled services, Arctic applications or dual-use markets. - Public actors, clusters and research institutions
Looking to establish international partnerships and collaborative projects. - Investors and strategic partners
Wishing to gain insights into Europe’s northern space hub and emerging innovation dynamics.
Join us in Northern Norway
This study trip offers a unique opportunity to experience Europe’s northern space hub at first hand, connect with leading stakeholders and position your organization within a rapidly evolving space ecosystem.
If your company is looking to expand networks, identify partners and gain strategic market insights, this study trip provides exceptional value.
The study trip is organized in close cooperation with strong and well-established partners from the Norwegian space ecosystem: Norwegian Space Cluster & KPB - is a leading company in analysis, innovation and business development.